Hence, the MOTTO - "STRIVE, STRIKE & ACHIEVE"
Meet the Visionary: Lt. Col. Sameer Kulkarni (Retd)
Lt. Col. Sameer Kulkarni (Retd) is a highly decorated Indian Army veteran who brings over 25 years of distinguished service in leadership, training, and discipline. A certified trainer from Rutgers University, New York, and an alumnus of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center training program, he has dedicated his post-military career to empowering the next generation.
To date, he has impacted over 450 groups and 4,000+ faculties across schools, colleges, corporate houses, and rural communities. His mission is clear: to transform lives through experiential learning, character-building, and the academy’s powerful motto — “STRIVE, STRIKE & ACHIEVE.”
- Short intro on his 25+ years in the Indian Army and role in youth transformation.
- Certifications (Rutgers University, NASA, etc.)
- Highlight credentials & values of m-Woodpeckker.
- From students to CEOs, he customizes training for education, corporate, and government sectors.
Our numbers that speak
Our journey is defined by purpose, impact, and dedication. These numbers reflect our commitment to transforming lives, empowering youth, and shaping tomorrow’s leaders—one training at a time.
Programs We Offer
We offer a wide range of impactful training programs designed for students, faculties, and corporates. Each program is built to develop confidence, leadership, communication, and personal excellence. Whether it’s preparing youth for defence services, empowering teachers with modern teaching methods, or boosting corporate productivity, our sessions are tailored to deliver real results through practical learning and expert guidance.
For Students
SSB coaching, personality development, soft skills, adventure training, and leadership programs to build confidence, discipline, and career readiness from a young age
For Faculties
Faculty workshops focused on leadership, communication, motivation, and teaching effectiveness to enhance classroom delivery and inspire student engagement.
For Corporates
Professional training in leadership, team building, soft skills, and onboarding to improve productivity, communication, and workplace culture across industries.
Driven by Discipline. Powered by Purpose.
At m-Woodpeckker we go beyond conventional training. Our holistic programs are designed to build character, competence, and confidence in every individual we work with — from students to professionals, from rural youth to corporate leaders.
School Programs
We conduct engaging, value-based programs tailored for school students to instill discipline, patriotism, leadership, and life skills at an early stage. These sessions include:
- Personality development workshops
- Defence awareness sessions
- Motivational talks by veterans
- Career roadmap guidance
College Programs
For graduates and postgraduates, we offer specialized modules focusing on employability, communication, interview preparation, and defence career tracks:
- Soft skills and communication enhancement
- Campus-to-corporate transition training
- Career counseling and defence SSB prep
- Leadership camps and experiential learning
Corporate Programs
Tailored for organizations, our corporate workshops build high-performing teams and emotionally intelligent leaders. We offer:
- Outbound leadership and team-building sessions
- Conflict resolution and emotional intelligence training
- Work-life balance and stress management
- Communication and presentation mastery.
The Quintessential Lady Program
A flagship initiative aimed at empowering women with confidence, awareness, and life skills to excel in personal and professional spheres. Includes:
- Personality grooming and etiquette
- Legal rights and workplace empowerment
- Communication and emotional resilience
- Self-defense basics and leadership identity
In-House Programs
We offer curated, customizable workshops conducted at your school, college, or corporate premises. These are tailor-made based on:
- Your institution’s goals
- Duration flexibility (half-day to multi-day)
- Participant needs (students, faculty, staff)
- Focus: from life skills to leadership training
Defence Career Guidance
We proudly prepare and guide youth toward a career in the Armed Forces through:
- NDA, CDS, AFCAT, MNS, RIMC, IMU-CET coaching
- SSB interview preparation and simulations
- Physical fitness routines and drills
- Regular mock tests and mentoring
Corporate Clients
Real Stories, Real Results.
It was a very fresh start of the day as the introduction and stories told by Sameer Sir was very effective. The way all the colleagues presented themselves was awesome. I hope one day I’ll be able to present myself so well. Overall it was a great experience and one day I’ll make you proud sir. Thank you sir...
The experience I had today was one of best experience I ever had. I learned lot of valuable lessons of life and understood the corporate world. Had fun and was motivated. In my opinion there could be more activities which will develop our skills and should cover more aspects of human nature. Thank you sir...😊👍
we truly evolved as a person as we got to know our own strength and weaknesses. I would love to part of such activities in future not only as a participant but also as a volunteer. As a suggestion, please do keep in touch and help us get involved in such activities.
Thank you sir...
The team not only displayed high levels of emotional intelligence but also enabled many of us to observe, notice, and learn behavioral tactics, which are very important for students. I would have loved it if you had gone a bit further with regard to emotional intelligence. Overall, it was brilliant. Thank you, sir.
Col. Sameer Kulkarni (Retd)
Managing Director
Your Journey to Serve the Nation Starts Here
At m-Woodpeckker, we are dedicated to preparing young minds for a life of discipline, courage, and national pride. Founded by Lt. Col. Sameer Kulkarni (Retd), our academy offers structured training programs focused on SSB preparation, personality development, leadership, and soft skills. We believe that every individual with the passion to serve the nation deserves the right guidance and mentorship. With real-world defence experience and a strong focus on personal transformation, we help students build physical stamina, mental resilience, and sharp decision-making abilities. Join us to turn your dreams of wearing the uniform into reality — because if you have the passion to serve the nation, we are with you at every step.