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Commodore Sanjeev Chawla (Retd.)

Chief Executive Officer | Business Development & Strategic Partnerships📍 New Delhi | Over 35 Years of Leadership Experience

Profile

Commodore Sanjeev Chawla (Retd.) is the Chief Executive Officer at Credence Law, bringing over 35 years of leadership across the Indian Navy and corporate sectors. He drives the firm’s strategic growth through high-impact business development and institutional collaborations with corporates, law firms, and government bodies.

Previously, he served as Chief Operating Officer at an Australia-based EdTech company and led global partnerships with premier educational institutions. In the Indian Navy, he oversaw defense projects exceeding ₹90,000 Crore, managing complex negotiations, technology transfers, and international regulatory compliance.

Renowned for his ability to bridge technical, commercial, and legal dimensions, Commodore Chawla delivers strategic counsel on large-scale project execution, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Core Expertise

  • Strategic Partnerships & Business Development
  • Large-Scale Project Management
  • Government & Defence Negotiations
  • Technology Transfer & Compliance
  • Policy Development & Regulatory Advisory

Career Highlights

  • Led ₹90,000+ crore defence projects with global partners.
  • Spearheaded cross-border collaborations in the EdTech sector.
  • Provided strategic input on policy and regulatory frameworks across sectors.

Strengthened institutional networks and growth platforms for Credence Law.

  • Business Management Program – MDI, Gurugram
  • MBA – IGNOU, New Delhi
  • M.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering) – IIT Madras
  • B.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering) – REC Warangal