Anil Sachdev, the visionary founder of SOIL Institute of Management, has been a pioneering leader in transforming education and leadership development in India. With a career spanning over three decades, Anil’s passion for fostering values-driven leadership and creating future-ready professionals has positioned SOIL as one of the most respected institutions in the country.
Before founding SOIL, Anil played a pivotal role in establishing Grow Talent Company, which focused on talent management and leadership training for global organizations. His deep understanding of industry needs and his innovative approach to integrating social responsibility with management education have benen the cornerstone of SOIL’s mission.
Under Anil’s guidance, SOIL has become a hub for nurturing socially responsible leaders through unique programs that combine academic rigor with experiential learning. His commitment to shaping ethical and inspired leaders is reflected in SOIL’s strong emphasis on values-based leadership and the integration of social innovation into its curriculum.
Anil continues to inspire and lead, with a focus on shaping leaders who will drive meaningful change in business and society.
Founder & CEO - Grow Talent Company Limited, Founder & Chairman - SOIL Group of Institutions
Anil Sachdev's remarkable journey reflects his unwavering commitment to ethical leadership and transformative education. From earning his MBA in 1975 to founding SOIL and shaping the future of management education, Anil has consistently pioneered initiatives that align with his deep-rooted values of sustainability, community engagement, and responsible leadership. His roles in various organizations and contributions to global thought leadership underscore his influence in redefining management and leadership for the modern world.
At SOIL, we guide you on a journey to take responsibility for your dreams. By helping you become “Aware” of your gifts and purpose, we facilitate the creation of an Individual Development Plan that allows you to leverage your strengths and focus on what matters most to you.
We challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, transcend fears, and build selfconfidence. Our unique curriculum, grounded in multiple intelligences (creativity, emotional quotient, and aesthetics), fosters whole-systems thinking, strong character, and the passion to persevere in the face of criticism and obstacles. This reflects our commitment to developing leaders who take responsibility for the world.
SOIL’s Learning Community brings together top industry mentors, global faculty, and a dedicated team to provide a transformational experience. As a school co-created by leading organizations, our curriculum constantly evolves to anticipate global needs, with a focus on digital transformation, design thinking, and the human-technology interface. Internships, projects, and boot camps further enhance practical skills in marketing, finance, HR, and supply chain management.
Signature experiences like the “Morning Circle,” Himalayan retreats, Social Innovation projects, and theatre-based simulations make the SOIL PG program truly life-changing. With over 1,800 PG alumni and 14,000 executive education graduates, we are proud of the impact our community has made.
Our partnerships with institutions like SHIZENKAN UNIVERSITY in Japan and others worldwide offer a truly unparalleled educational experience. I invite you to embark on this journey of self-discovery, beginning with our unique admissions process based on “Talent Appreciation.”
