Aalok Sonawala
PMO Lead National Programmes
Aalok Sonawala is an accomplished PMO and Programme Management professional with over 24 years of experience delivering major, complex programmes across data centres, airports, commercial developments, and infrastructure sectors. He combines technical, engineering, and business expertise, supported by an MBA from Cardiff Business School, a postgraduate qualification in Construction Management, and a degree in Civil Engineering.
An APM Chartered Project Professional (ChPP), EFQM Assessor, and Lean Practitioner, Aalok specialises in programme management, project controls, governance, risk management, and asset management. He has a proven track record of establishing high-performing PMOs, implementing robust governance frameworks, and driving successful project delivery across large-scale portfolios.
Known for championing process improvement and digital transformation, Aalok helps organisations enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and achieve measurable business outcomes. He is passionate about developing teams, embedding best practice, and enabling organisations to deliver projects with greater certainty, transparency, and value.
Session | The Evolution of the PMO: A Decade of Transformation and Strategic Impact