CEO & Chief Transformation Officer
Unlocking Success: Journey with Rajesh Tedla (Raj) toward Unprecedented Business Growth
In a world defined by constant change, only a few possess the vision and acumen to not just navigate, but to thrive amidst the shifting tides. Meet Rajesh Tedla (Raj), a true luminary whose remarkable career spanning over 34+ years stands as a testament to unwavering dedication and unparalleled expertise. Raj is not just a seasoned professional; he is a driving force behind transformative growth, a visionary CEO, and a trusted advisor to both emerging entrepreneurs and small business owners.
A Visionary CEO and Trusted Advisor
As the CEO of VRT Management Group, LLC, Raj’s leadership has orchestrated triumphs that redefine success. His unparalleled expertise in strategic planning, people transformation, and process refinement has guided numerous businesses towards unprecedented scales of achievement. With a fervent belief in the potential of small businesses, Raj serves as a beacon of inspiration and insight, illuminating paths toward enduring prosperity.
Empowering Entrepreneurship on a Global Scale
Raj’s influence extends far beyond boardrooms and businesses. He currently holds independent director roles on the boards of two rapidly expanding small businesses, a testament to his deep insights into fostering growth. But his impact goes even further, as he has personally coached and guided over 1376+ entrepreneurs and small business owners globally. His guidance isn’t just theoretical – it’s transformative, propelling these individuals toward profitable scalability and lasting success.
Designing Tomorrow: Architect of Transformational Programs
Raj’s insatiable hunger for knowledge has driven him to master the intricate art of strategic planning and business expansion. Drawing upon this wealth of wisdom, he has meticulously crafted groundbreaking growth initiatives tailored exclusively for small and medium businesses led by visionaries. His innovative programs, the Entrepreneur Growth AllianceTM (EGA) and the Entrepreneur Growth Operating SystemTM (EGOS), are living proof of his commitment to innovation and adaptability.
A Respected Authority and Compelling Speaker
Raj’s expertise has earned him a prominent seat at prestigious business forums, including Stanford University’s esteemed entrepreneurship development programs. His unique gift for distilling complex concepts into actionable insights has solidified his reputation as an industry authority. His wisdom serves as a guiding star for those in pursuit of transformative growth.
A Legacy Woven in Excellence
Prior to founding VRT Management Group, LLC, Raj held the esteemed role of Senior Vice- President/Marketing Growth Leader at GE Capital. His 12-plus years at GE were a testament to his exceptional leadership and unyielding commitment to excellence. Through pioneering global initiatives, he redefined processes, fostered innovation, and generated millions in additional revenue.
A Multifaceted Education: A Scholar’s Pursuit
Raj’s journey of lifelong learning is rooted in a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in industrial engineering, forming the bedrock of his technical prowess. His MBA in strategy and management complements this foundation, while his collection of 22 certifications spans disciplines from human resources psychology to operational excellence.
Crafting a Legacy: Pursuit of a Doctorate
Raj’s dedication to personal and professional growth is exemplified by his pursuit of a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), specializing in Entrepreneurship Growth and Success. This academic journey underscores his commitment to honing his abilities to serve the business community even more effectively.
- EGOS: Entrepreneur Growth Operating System™ - A unique program designed to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs and businesses who successfully transform their people and businesses for profitable growth.
- Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Coaching: A critical coaching program to transform CEO/Business owner and his/her C Suite executive leaders reach their full growth potential with tangible results and measurable effectiveness.
- Executive Excellence Coaching: a critical coaching program to transform C Suite, executive leaders, and managers reach their fullpotential one leader at a time.
- Entrepreneur's EDGE:
- Entrepreneur Growth Alliance:
- Integrated Problem Solving: an innovative problem-solving method to help companies deliver faster, more successful businessresults.
- LSS 4.0™: a dynamic methodology to help companies harness the power of emotional intelligence and analytical tools to solve complex business problems.
- Leadership Development for Human Resources (LDHR): an innovative program to develop future strategic HR leaders
Raj’s passion and focus are on transforming small and medium businesses and their executives who want to take their business and their lives to the next level and has been actively working with business leaders and clients across 28 countries. His current focus areas are:
Entrepreneur's EDGE™
Entrepreneur Growth Alliance™ - EGA™
Entrepreneurial Growth Operating System™ - EGOS™
TTI Sucess Insights
Embark on a Journey of Growth with Rajesh Tedla (Raj)
Rajesh Tedla (Raj) isn’t just a name; it’s a promise of growth, transformation, and success. With a potent blend of experience, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to progress, Raj stands as the catalyst that can propel individuals and organizations to their zenith. Discover the transformative power of his insights and experience by joining him on a journey toward unparalleled business growth and success.
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- GE / General Electric Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Black Belt & Quality Leader
- John Maxwell Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker
- Certified Professional Behaviors Analyst
- Certified Professional Values Analyst
- Certified Professional TriMetrix Analyst
- Certified Professional DNA Analyst
- Certified Emotional Quotient Analyst
- Certified facilitator for Coach Clinic
- Certified facilitator for Career Coaching
- Train-the-trainer Certifications include:
- Lean and Six Sigma
- Change Acceleration Process
- Innovative Problem Solving
- Net Promoter Score and Voice of The Customer
- Facilitation Skills
- Strategic Marketing
- Job Benchmarking: “Hiring for Fit” solutions
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Job Benchmarking
- Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Swiss School of Business and Management
- MBA Management University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne
- MS Industrial Technology Alabama A&M University
- BE Mechanical Engineering Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
- Diploma in Human Relations and Technical Speaking Dale Carnegie Institute
- Core Essentials Coaching Program™ Coach University
- The Advanced Corporate Coaching Program™ Corporate Coach University
- Attended Several Management and Leadership Training Programs GE Corporate University
CEO & Chief Transformation Officer
Described as “personable, insightful, effective, motivational and results-oriented” by his clients, Rajesh (Raj) Tedla offers wisdom, experience, and proven processes to move executives, leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals to heightened awareness and effectiveness. As a coach and mentor, Raj respectfully provokes and partners with his clients to help each define and develop authentic, strengths-based success to transform the business. Since 1990, he has coached and trained more than 11,700 senior leaders and executives from GE, Diageo Group of Companies, DELL, IBM, Microsoft, AI Engineers, Sun Microsystems, Bank of America, Accenture, Deloitte, United Health, Pepsi, Avon, KPMG, Laticrete, iTi, ITC, Ash Brokerage, MedPro, Princeton Insurance, Jersey City Medical Center and manymore. Raj is an international leader who has traveled extensively to train executivesand managers in 38 countries.
CEO and Chief Transformation Officer of VRT Management Group, LLC, Raj’s expertise include leadership and organizational development, executive coaching, marketing, six sigma, Lean, and customer insights. He has researched, written, trained, and consulted extensively within these disciplines, as well as designed several high-impact programs, including:
- EGOS: Entrepreneur Growth Operating System™ - A unique program designed to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs and businesses who successfully transform their people and businesses for profitable growth.
- Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Coaching: A critical coaching program to transform CEO/Business owner and his/her C Suite executive leaders reach their full growth potential with tangible results and measurable effectiveness.
- Executive Excellence Coaching: a critical coaching program to transform C Suite, executive leaders, and managers reach their fullpotential one leader at a time.
- Corporate Growth Alliance: a “next-generation” corporate leadership development program.
- Business Growth Alliance: a transformation process to help entrepreneurs achieve break through results.
- Integrated Problem Solving: an innovative problem-solving method to help companies deliver faster, more successful businessresults.
- LSS 4.0™: a dynamic methodology to help companies harness the power of emotional intelligence and analytical tools to solve complex business problems.
- Leadership Development for Human Resources (LDHR): an innovative program to develop future strategic HR leaders
Raj’s passion and focus are on transforming small and medium businesses and their executives who want to take their business and their lives to the next level and has been actively working with business leaders and clients across 28 countries. His current focus areas are:
An exclusive program to help start-ups and micro-businesses with less than four employees.
An exclusive program to help small businesses with 34 employees or less.
An exclusive program to help small and medium businesses with employees between 35 and 500.
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Authorized Provider
Raj, a certified business coach and business transformation consultant brings over 32 years of outstanding experience and expertise to everything he does. Before founding VRT Management Group, LLC, he was senior vice president, marketing/growth leader, Capital Markets, GE Capital. In his twelve-plus years with GE, he created, led, and implemented numerous initiatives that improved processes worldwide and enabled new revenue measuring in the millions.
- GE / General Electric Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Black Belt & Quality Leader
- John Maxwell Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker
- Certified Professional Behaviors Analyst
- Certified Professional Values Analyst
- Certified Professional TriMetrix Analyst
- Certified Professional DNA Analyst
- Certified Emotional Quotient Analyst
- Certified facilitator for Coach Clinic
- Certified facilitator for Career Coaching
- Train-the-trainer Certifications include:
- Lean and Six Sigma
- Change Acceleration Process
- Innovative Problem Solving
- Net Promoter Score and Voice of The Customer
- Facilitation Skills
- Strategic Marketing
- Job Benchmarking: “Hiring for Fit” solutions
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Job Benchmarking
- MBA Management University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne
- MS Industrial Technology Alabama A&M University
- BE Mechanical Engineering Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
- Diploma in Human Relations and Technical Speaking Dale Carnegie Institute
- Core Essentials Coaching Program™ Coach University
- The Advanced Corporate Coaching Program™ Corporate Coach University
- Attended Several Management and Leadership Training Programs GE Corporate University