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Puneet Chandok
President
Microsoft India & South Asia
Puneet Chandok
PresidentMicrosoft India & South Asia
Puneet Chandok is President, Microsoft India & South Asia and is responsible for Microsoft’s overall presence and business in the area. He leads the company’s digital transformation in the era of AI and intelligent cloud.
At Microsoft, Puneet drives the company’s mission of ‘empowering every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more’, aligned with India and South Asia’s inclusive growth agenda. He leads a team that is committed to accelerating India & South Asia’s growth with AI and cloud at its core; and helps businesses reimagine how they bring intelligent data and technology to create value for their customers in a digital-first world.
Puneet has built and scaled several high growth technology businesses, in leadership positions at AWS, McKinsey and IBM. Puneet is passionate about ‘Performance with Purpose’, using technology to deliver impact at scale, and leading with empathy and from the heart.
Puneet has received an honorary Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) from Bennett University, acknowledging his achievements. He chairs the CII AI Council, is a part of the Executive Council at NASSCOM, and on Advisory Councils of Penguin Random House and NAMTECH.
Zarin Daruwala
Former Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India and South Asia Markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka)
Standard Chartered Bank
Zarin Daruwala
Former Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India and South Asia Markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka)Standard Chartered Bank
Ms. Zarin Daruwala is Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India, and South Asia markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka). In a career spanning over 34 years, she has worked across all areas of banking, ranging from wholesale banking, agri-finance, corporate finance, corporate planning, investment banking and credit.
She was selected as one of the Top 30 most powerful women in Indian business by Business Today seven times. She has been featured in the coveted "BT Hall of Fame" for being a consistent performer. She consistently features in the 50 most powerful Women in Business listing by Fortune India, and Business World has listed her among the 75 Most Influential Women in India. She has also been recognised for "Outstanding Contribution toward Banking and Financial Services" for 2017-18 by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In addition, Zarin was featured in "Top 100 Most Influential BFSI Leaders", released by the World BFSI Congress and Awards. More recently, she has been recognised as the Banking CEO of the Year for India by The European Global Business Awards 2023.
A rank holder in Chartered Accountancy, Zarin has also won the President's gold medal, topping the all-India Company Secretary exams. She has also been conferred the CA Business Achiever award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Before Standard Chartered, Zarin worked at ICICI Bank, where she spent 26 years of her career, starting as a management trainee and eventually becoming President and Head of the Wholesale Banking business. She has also served on the Board of Directors of key ICICI group companies, ICICI Lombard General Insurance and ICICI Securities. She was also on the board of JSW Steel for almost eight years.
Achal Khanna
CEO
SHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna
CEOSHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna is the CEO for SHRM India, APAC & MENA. SHRM India is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management with more than 3,00,000 HR and business executive members in 165 countries.
Achal is responsible for leading the India operations of SHRM, as well as Asia Pacific operations including Middle-East. She serves on the global SHRM Leadership Team and is responsible for building the brand, expanding its business and developing professional relationships with government agencies, and other HR and business associations in the region.
Achal has over 30 years of work experience. Prior to joining SHRM, she was Managing Director for Kelly India operations; Vice President for GE; and Country Manager for Polaroid India. She has also worked with Dupont, ITC and Cosmo Group in various capacities.
She is a recipient of the “Best Women Executive in India” award.
Achal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics; a Master’s Degree in English Literature and she is an MBA from Delhi.
A. Balasubramanian
Managing Director & CEO
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC
A. Balasubramanian
Managing Director & CEOAditya Birla Sun Life AMC
Mr. A. Balasubramanian is the Managing Director & CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited. A stalwart of the mutual fund industry, he brings with him over three decades of rich experience.
He has been associated with the organisation since 1994. Prior to assuming the role of CEO in 2009, Mr. Balasubramanian served as the Chief Investment Officer. Before joining ABSLAMC in the year 1994 he worked with GIC Mutual Fund, Can Bank Financial Services and Pandit & Co.
Mr. Balasubramanian has been awarded CEO of the Year title by Asia Asset Management. He has been awarded the Chairman’s Individual Award by the Aditya Birla Group for being an Outstanding Leader.
Mr. Balasubramanian is closely associated with key industry bodies. He has been on the board of AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds in India). He is the Chairman of the AMFI Equity CIOs’ Committee. He is also an esteemed member of the Fund Management Advisory Committee of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA). He has been the Governor on Board of Governors at the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), an institute affiliated with SEBI. He was also a member of the Advisory Committee of the SEBI Investor Protection and Education Fund (IPEF).
He is the Additional Director on the Board of Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry for the year 2024-25.
He has completed advanced management programs from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and Harvard Business School.
Mr. Balasubramanian is involved with philanthropic work through various charitable organisations. He is one of the active members at the Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre for Child Heart Care. He is also associated with the Sathya Sai University, Gulbarga that imparts knowledge on Human Excellence to students during their higher education. He also promotes Indian arts and village traditional culture.
Dr. Praveer Sinha
CEO & Managing Director
The Tata Power Company
Dr. Praveer Sinha
CEO & Managing DirectorThe Tata Power Company
A seasoned power professional, with an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades, Dr Sinha has held pivotal leadership roles across the power sector value chain.
Under his current leadership as the CEO and Managing Director, Tata Power is undergoing a profound transformation, transitioning from a century-old power utility into a new-age, sustainable, technology-oriented and customer centric green energy solutions company. The company has made a substantial shift towards renewable energy with clean and green sources comprising more than 40% of its current generation portfolio as it aims to become carbon neutral by 2045.
A strong advocate of 'Sustainable Is Attainable', his vision aims to empower millions of Indians across urban and rural areas, facilitating the transition of enterprises, homes, mobility, and beyond towards a sustainable future, thus advancing the country’s energy transition agenda. Besides leading the growth in renewable energy, he has incubated and scaled several new-age energy solutions businesses such as solar rooftop, EV charging, micro grids and smart energy management solutions within the company, marking significant milestones in India’s energy landscape.
Dr Sinha is a qualified Electrical Engineer and has done his Master’s in business law. He received his PhD from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and completed his Advanced Management Programme from IIM Ahmedabad. He is Honorary Professor at University of Warwick, Visiting Research Associate at MIT and has been nominated to the External Advisory Board at MIT’s Energy Initiative. Dr Sinha has also been nominated as a founding member of the Advisory Group for the WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition.
Dr Sinha is passionate about technology and has led collaborations with technology partners both nationally & internationally. He played a significant role in setting up the first international incubator in India for promoting innovations in the clean energy space. His contributions to the energy sector have earned him recognition from esteemed publications such as BT, Forbes, and Fortune, establishing him as one of the industry’s best CEOs.
Anurag Mehrotra
Managing Director
JSW MG Motor India
Anurag Mehrotra
Managing DirectorJSW MG Motor India
Anurag Mehrotra brings three decades of experience in the automotive sector, with key leadership roles in sales, marketing, strategy, and business development. He currently serves as the Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India.
He has held significant positions at leading national and global firms, such as Vice President of Strategy & International Business at Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and President & Managing Director at Ford India, where he’s led a transformative turnaround, delivering three consecutive years of positive EBIT.
Anurag’s leadership is characterised by humility, a service-oriented approach, and passion. Based in Gurugram, Anurag will be responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives, championing the company’s core values of diversity, experience, innovation, and community.
Sanjay Behl
Jt. President & COO
Adani Cement
Sanjay Behl
Jt. President & COOAdani Cement
Sanjay Behl is the Jt. President & Coo of Adani Cement. He has over 30-years of work experience in diverse functional and business leadership roles, ranging across consumer goods to service industry, in B2C and B2B segments, in India and Global markets.
Sanjay started with Hindustan Unilever in 1993. After the first 10-years at HUL, the next 10-years were in Telecom at Nokia and Reliance, and thereafter 7 years in Fashion Retail company Raymond. In early 2020, he co-founded a real time data science company, Nextqore, HQ in US, with regional offices in Mumbai, Amsterdam, and Sydney. In 2024, he co-founded his 2nd start-up SmartWheels Inc., a Silicon Valley based tech start-up in the space of digitizing automobile tires.
Prior to taking over the Adani Cement mandate to lead Sales, Marketing, Brand and Logistics operations in January 2025, he was the CEO & Executive Director of Greaves Electric Mobility (GEM), with a mandate to build an EV company in 2&3-wheeler automotive space, near ground zero up through OEM acquisitions and PE funding. With $150 M funding from strategic investor from Saudi Arabia and 3 distinct acquisitions, he built a hyperscale profitable venture within a year of this mandate.
In addition to his executive and board roles, he is very active on multiple other Industry platforms - advising and mentoring many entrepreneurs in the Fashion, Lifestyle & Technology space. Over the last few years, Sanjay has added new skills in the areas of Data Science, GenAI, Renewable Energy and Performance Marketing.
Sanjay has a proven track record of delivering disruptively profitable & sustainable high growth across industries. Built many businesses and brands, multiple times over from Ground Zero. Also, managed and transformed many large, established and complex businesses. Has a strong expertise in leading teams of diverse skill sets, experience, scale, structures, locations, cultures and nationalities.
Amongst the many accolades he has received, a few notable ones are Business World ‘Most Valuable CEOs in India 2019’, Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018 by IIT BHU Alumni Association, ‘Outstanding Marketing Professional 2016’ award by International Advertising Association, Unilever Global Chairman award for Highest measurable growth in revenue and profits in 2001.
Sanjay stays actively connected with future shaping technologies and believes in continuous learning and reskilling himself.
Dr. Ajit Ranade
Senior Fellow, Pune International Centre, Former Group Executive President & Chief Economist
Aditya Birla Group
Dr. Ajit Ranade
Senior Fellow, Pune International Centre, Former Group Executive President & Chief EconomistAditya Birla Group
Dr. Ajit Ranade is presently Senior Fellow with the Pune International Centre. His thirty-five-year career has spanned academic, research and corporate assignments. He served as the Vice Chancellor of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, a deemed University in Pune from February 2022 till October 2024.
Prior to that he was Group Executive President and Chief Economist with the Aditya Birla Group, an Indian multinational conglomerate. Ranade has been a member of the executive committees of apex industry chambers CII, FICCI and MCCIA. He has also been a faculty member at universities in the U.S.A. and in India. He serves on the board of several companies and trusts, and has been a columnist for over two decades, writing on economics and current topics.
He is a co-author of an award-winning book “Rising to the China Challenge” (2021).Ranade is co-founder and trustee of Association for Democratic Reforms. He is a Trustee of the Pune International Centre and an Honorary Senior Fellow at the Takshashila Institution.
Ranade was educated at Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay and Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. He received his PhD in Economics from Brown University. He received the Distinguished Alumnus award from IIT Bombay in 2009.
Puneet Chandok
President
Microsoft India & South Asia
Puneet Chandok
PresidentMicrosoft India & South Asia
Puneet Chandok is President, Microsoft India & South Asia and is responsible for Microsoft’s overall presence and business in the area. He leads the company’s digital transformation in the era of AI and intelligent cloud.
At Microsoft, Puneet drives the company’s mission of ‘empowering every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more’, aligned with India and South Asia’s inclusive growth agenda. He leads a team that is committed to accelerating India & South Asia’s growth with AI and cloud at its core; and helps businesses reimagine how they bring intelligent data and technology to create value for their customers in a digital-first world.
Puneet has built and scaled several high growth technology businesses, in leadership positions at AWS, McKinsey and IBM. Puneet is passionate about ‘Performance with Purpose’, using technology to deliver impact at scale, and leading with empathy and from the heart.
Puneet has received an honorary Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) from Bennett University, acknowledging his achievements. He chairs the CII AI Council, is a part of the Executive Council at NASSCOM, and on Advisory Councils of Penguin Random House and NAMTECH.
Zarin Daruwala
Former Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India and South Asia Markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka)
Standard Chartered Bank
Zarin Daruwala
Former Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India and South Asia Markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka)Standard Chartered Bank
Ms. Zarin Daruwala is Cluster Chief Executive Officer, India, and South Asia markets (Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka). In a career spanning over 34 years, she has worked across all areas of banking, ranging from wholesale banking, agri-finance, corporate finance, corporate planning, investment banking and credit.
She was selected as one of the Top 30 most powerful women in Indian business by Business Today seven times. She has been featured in the coveted "BT Hall of Fame" for being a consistent performer. She consistently features in the 50 most powerful Women in Business listing by Fortune India, and Business World has listed her among the 75 Most Influential Women in India. She has also been recognised for "Outstanding Contribution toward Banking and Financial Services" for 2017-18 by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In addition, Zarin was featured in "Top 100 Most Influential BFSI Leaders", released by the World BFSI Congress and Awards. More recently, she has been recognised as the Banking CEO of the Year for India by The European Global Business Awards 2023.
A rank holder in Chartered Accountancy, Zarin has also won the President's gold medal, topping the all-India Company Secretary exams. She has also been conferred the CA Business Achiever award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Before Standard Chartered, Zarin worked at ICICI Bank, where she spent 26 years of her career, starting as a management trainee and eventually becoming President and Head of the Wholesale Banking business. She has also served on the Board of Directors of key ICICI group companies, ICICI Lombard General Insurance and ICICI Securities. She was also on the board of JSW Steel for almost eight years.
Achal Khanna
Chief Executive Officer
SHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna
Chief Executive OfficerSHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna is the CEO for SHRM India, APAC & MENA. SHRM India is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management with more than 3,00,000 HR and business executive members in 165 countries.
Achal is responsible for leading the India operations of SHRM, as well as Asia Pacific operations including Middle-East. She serves on the global SHRM Leadership Team and is responsible for building the brand, expanding its business and developing professional relationships with government agencies, and other HR and business associations in the region.
Achal has over 30 years of work experience. Prior to joining SHRM, she was Managing Director for Kelly India operations; Vice President for GE; and Country Manager for Polaroid India. She has also worked with Dupont, ITC and Cosmo Group in various capacities.
She is a recipient of the “Best Women Executive in India” award.
Achal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics; a Master’s Degree in English Literature and she is an MBA from Delhi.
A. Balasubramanian
Managing Director & CEO
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC
A. Balasubramanian
Managing Director & CEOAditya Birla Sun Life AMC
Mr. A. Balasubramanian is the Managing Director & CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited. A stalwart of the mutual fund industry, he brings with him over three decades of rich experience.
He has been associated with the organisation since 1994. Prior to assuming the role of CEO in 2009, Mr. Balasubramanian served as the Chief Investment Officer. Before joining ABSLAMC in the year 1994 he worked with GIC Mutual Fund, Can Bank Financial Services and Pandit & Co.
Mr. Balasubramanian has been awarded CEO of the Year title by Asia Asset Management. He has been awarded the Chairman’s Individual Award by the Aditya Birla Group for being an Outstanding Leader.
Mr. Balasubramanian is closely associated with key industry bodies. He has been on the board of AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds in India). He is the Chairman of the AMFI Equity CIOs’ Committee. He is also an esteemed member of the Fund Management Advisory Committee of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA). He has been the Governor on Board of Governors at the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), an institute affiliated with SEBI. He was also a member of the Advisory Committee of the SEBI Investor Protection and Education Fund (IPEF).
He is the Additional Director on the Board of Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry for the year 2024-25.
He has completed advanced management programs from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and Harvard Business School.
Mr. Balasubramanian is involved with philanthropic work through various charitable organisations. He is one of the active members at the Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre for Child Heart Care. He is also associated with the Sathya Sai University, Gulbarga that imparts knowledge on Human Excellence to students during their higher education. He also promotes Indian arts and village traditional culture.
Dr. Praveer Sinha
CEO & Managing Director
The Tata Power Company
Dr. Praveer Sinha
CEO & Managing DirectorThe Tata Power Company
A seasoned power professional, with an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades, Dr Sinha has held pivotal leadership roles across the power sector value chain.
Under his current leadership as the CEO and Managing Director, Tata Power is undergoing a profound transformation, transitioning from a century-old power utility into a new-age, sustainable, technology-oriented and customer centric green energy solutions company. The company has made a substantial shift towards renewable energy with clean and green sources comprising more than 40% of its current generation portfolio as it aims to become carbon neutral by 2045.
A strong advocate of 'Sustainable Is Attainable', his vision aims to empower millions of Indians across urban and rural areas, facilitating the transition of enterprises, homes, mobility, and beyond towards a sustainable future, thus advancing the country’s energy transition agenda. Besides leading the growth in renewable energy, he has incubated and scaled several new-age energy solutions businesses such as solar rooftop, EV charging, micro grids and smart energy management solutions within the company, marking significant milestones in India’s energy landscape.
Dr Sinha is a qualified Electrical Engineer and has done his Master’s in business law. He received his PhD from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and completed his Advanced Management Programme from IIM Ahmedabad. He is Honorary Professor at University of Warwick, Visiting Research Associate at MIT and has been nominated to the External Advisory Board at MIT’s Energy Initiative. Dr Sinha has also been nominated as a founding member of the Advisory Group for the WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition.
Dr Sinha is passionate about technology and has led collaborations with technology partners both nationally & internationally. He played a significant role in setting up the first international incubator in India for promoting innovations in the clean energy space. His contributions to the energy sector have earned him recognition from esteemed publications such as BT, Forbes, and Fortune, establishing him as one of the industry’s best CEOs.
Anurag Mehrotra
Managing Director
JSW MG Motor India
Anurag Mehrotra
Managing DirectorJSW MG Motor India
Anurag Mehrotra brings three decades of experience in the automotive sector, with key leadership roles in sales, marketing, strategy, and business development. He currently serves as the Managing Director of JSW MG Motor India.
He has held significant positions at leading national and global firms, such as Vice President of Strategy & International Business at Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and President & Managing Director at Ford India, where he’s led a transformative turnaround, delivering three consecutive years of positive EBIT.
Anurag’s leadership is characterised by humility, a service-oriented approach, and passion. Based in Gurugram, Anurag will be responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives, championing the company’s core values of diversity, experience, innovation, and community.
Sanjay Behl
Jt. President & COO
Adani Cement
Sanjay Behl
Jt. President & COOAdani Cement
Sanjay Behl is the Jt. President & Coo of Adani Cement. He has over 30-years of work experience in diverse functional and business leadership roles, ranging across consumer goods to service industry, in B2C and B2B segments, in India and Global markets.
Sanjay started with Hindustan Unilever in 1993. After the first 10-years at HUL, the next 10-years were in Telecom at Nokia and Reliance, and thereafter 7 years in Fashion Retail company Raymond. In early 2020, he co-founded a real time data science company, Nextqore, HQ in US, with regional offices in Mumbai, Amsterdam, and Sydney. In 2024, he co-founded his 2nd start-up SmartWheels Inc., a Silicon Valley based tech start-up in the space of digitizing automobile tires.
Prior to taking over the Adani Cement mandate to lead Sales, Marketing, Brand and Logistics operations in January 2025, he was the CEO & Executive Director of Greaves Electric Mobility (GEM), with a mandate to build an EV company in 2&3-wheeler automotive space, near ground zero up through OEM acquisitions and PE funding. With $150 M funding from strategic investor from Saudi Arabia and 3 distinct acquisitions, he built a hyperscale profitable venture within a year of this mandate.
In addition to his executive and board roles, he is very active on multiple other Industry platforms - advising and mentoring many entrepreneurs in the Fashion, Lifestyle & Technology space. Over the last few years, Sanjay has added new skills in the areas of Data Science, GenAI, Renewable Energy and Performance Marketing.
Sanjay has a proven track record of delivering disruptively profitable & sustainable high growth across industries. Built many businesses and brands, multiple times over from Ground Zero. Also, managed and transformed many large, established and complex businesses. Has a strong expertise in leading teams of diverse skill sets, experience, scale, structures, locations, cultures and nationalities.
Amongst the many accolades he has received, a few notable ones are Business World ‘Most Valuable CEOs in India 2019’, Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018 by IIT BHU Alumni Association, ‘Outstanding Marketing Professional 2016’ award by International Advertising Association, Unilever Global Chairman award for Highest measurable growth in revenue and profits in 2001.
Sanjay stays actively connected with future shaping technologies and believes in continuous learning and reskilling himself.
Dr. Ajit Ranade
Senior Fellow, Pune International Centre, Former Group Executive President & Chief Economist
Aditya Birla Group
Dr. Ajit Ranade
Senior Fellow, Pune International Centre, Former Group Executive President & Chief EconomistAditya Birla Group
Dr. Ajit Ranade is presently Senior Fellow with the Pune International Centre. His thirty-five-year career has spanned academic, research and corporate assignments. He served as the Vice Chancellor of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, a deemed University in Pune from February 2022 till October 2024.
Prior to that he was Group Executive President and Chief Economist with the Aditya Birla Group, an Indian multinational conglomerate. Ranade has been a member of the executive committees of apex industry chambers CII, FICCI and MCCIA. He has also been a faculty member at universities in the U.S.A. and in India. He serves on the board of several companies and trusts, and has been a columnist for over two decades, writing on economics and current topics.
He is a co-author of an award-winning book “Rising to the China Challenge” (2021).Ranade is co-founder and trustee of Association for Democratic Reforms. He is a Trustee of the Pune International Centre and an Honorary Senior Fellow at the Takshashila Institution.
Ranade was educated at Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay and Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. He received his PhD in Economics from Brown University. He received the Distinguished Alumnus award from IIT Bombay in 2009.
Prasanth Kumar
Chief Executive Officer
GroupM South Asia
Prasanth Kumar
Chief Executive OfficerGroupM South Asia
Prasanth Kumar is the Chief Executive Officer – GroupM South Asia managing India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Most recently as GroupM’s COO South Asia, he was responsible for driving operational excellence, while leading teams across OpCos, Trading, and Specialised Units to drive client delight while fortifying partnerships.
Prior to that, Prasanth oversaw Mindshare’s rapid expansion in the market as its CEO. Bringing it to a market leading position and winning numerous global awards. Under his leadership, Mindshare India developed a record for the most number of new business wins by a single market and created a tradition of external accolades, including a Glass Lion at Cannes, a Grand Prix at WARC and an average of over 250+ external awards per year. Mindshare India was also recognized globally as number 2 in the Gunn report. Prior to Mindshare, he led the GroupM Central Trading Group across South Asia and championed exciting partnerships in digital and traditional media.
Prasanth has held several roles across Mindshare and GroupM over the years. Prasanth joined Maxus Bangalore in 2004 and now has spent more than 15 years with GroupM. PK, as he is known amongst friends, is an MBA graduate from Madras University. He was the first Indian to win the APAC Media Planner/Buyer of the Year title.
Andy Biladeau
Chief Transformation Officer
SHRM
Andy Biladeau
Chief Transformation OfficerSHRM
Andy brings 10+ years of experience as a Human Resources leader, practitioner, and consultant. He began his career at PwC, where he led global HR transformation engagements for Fortune 500 clients, founded PwC’s Learning Solutions consulting practice, and served as the Product Owner for PwC’s Change Navigator platform.
As Director of Talent Development at Target Corporation, Andy led a team responsible for Training, Leadership Development, and Change Management for over 100,000 store team members. During his time at Target, he also led the organizational readiness efforts for Target’s enterprise Operating Model Transformation, impacting more than 2,000 retail stores and more than 250,000 employees.
As a founding team member at the Josh Bersin Company, Andy led the HR Advisory Services practice and delivered consulting engagements across all areas of HR, serving many clients in the Fortune 100. Additionally, he served as the Chief Learning Officer for the Josh Bersin Academy.
Andy holds a BA in English Literature from the University of Virginia and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Florida State University.
Lulu Raghavan
President, APAC
Landor
Lulu Raghavan
President, APACLandor
Lulu Raghavan is the President for APAC. She works closely with the market leaders and their leadership teams across APAC to nurture a culture of high performance and extraordinary creativity to drive business growth.
Lulu has spent over 24 years at the company across Landor offices in San Francisco, New York, London and Mumbai in various roles. She set-up Landor in India in 2008 and has grown it to be India’s largest and most reputed brand and design consultancy. She has led large brand transformation programmes for key clients including Tata Group, Mahindra Group, Aditya Birla Group, Godrej, Axis Bank, Indian Oil, Jubilant Bhartia Group, National Stock Exchange to name a few.
She is a well-known industry commentator who frequently speaks and writes on brand and design at various forums. Notable awards and achievements include Campaign India Mentor of the Year 2023, Campaign India Woman Shaping Change 2023, IMPACT Top 50 Women in Media, Marketing and Advertising (2024, 2023, 2019, 2015), Cannes Lions Design Jury 2018. She has co-authored 5 business school case studies on branding which are in wide circulation globally. She conceptualized and anchored “Beyond Logo”, a TV show for Bloomberg that evangelized the transformative power of brand on business.
Lulu is a strong advocate woman in leadership and actively mentors younger women in her free time. She is proud to have helped establish WPP Stella in India which is a mentoring programme for high potential women. She teaches frequently at various business schools on branding. She is also the author of “Go Further, Faster: Shaping a Life that Matters.” Lulu serves as a Trustee for Dignity Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to the wellbeing of senior citizens in India.
She holds a BA in Economics and Applied Math from Davidson College in the US and an MBA in International Business and Marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research in India. She understands and speaks five languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, French and Spanish.
Sunil Kataria
CEO & MD-Designate
Godrej Agrovet
Sunil Kataria
CEO & MD-DesignateGodrej Agrovet
Sunil Kataria is the CEO & MD-Designate, Godrej Agrovet. He joined Raymond Limited as the CEO in March 2022.
Sunil is a seasoned business leader, with over three decades of rich experience in the CPG, telecom, and retail sectors. He has a proven track record of leading large-scale business transformations and building future-ready organization. He has expertise in sales, marketing, business strategy and organizational leadership.
He has previously worked with Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), where he was CEO - India and SAARC and was part of their Senior Management. In this role, he navigated the business through several macro challenges and scaled it up while delivering one of the best revenue and EBITDA growths across FMCG peers. At GCPL he successfully led the merger of the sales and marketing of GCPL Godrej Sara Lee. At Idea Cellular Limited he was Chief Operating Officer -Rajasthan circle where he was responsible for the business P&L and led a comprehensive turnaround of the business from deep loss-making to EBITDA positive within 2 years.
He has also worked as Senior President at Subhiksha Retail, as Vice president, Marketing-VIP Industries. He started his career with Marico Industries, where he played various roles in his 12 years stint by leading large and complex business operations.
Sunil is an active CPG industry leader. He has been the Chairman of Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) for the last 5 years and serves on the board of the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) and is part of various CII committees.
Sunil Kataria holds an Economics honors degree from Delhi University. He has completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from the Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Ghaziabad.
Apart from work, Sunil is an avid reader across different subjects, a Bollywood buff, and writes Hindi poetry in his spare time. He is a staunch believer and practitioner of the spirit of “Possibility Thinking” in all spheres of life.
Partha Neog
CEO & Founder
Vantage Circle
Partha Neog
CEO & FounderVantage Circle
Partha is the CEO and Co-founder of Vantage Circle. He has over two decades of expertise in product and executive management. Partha has a proven track record of scaling great businesses and was instrumental in developing and launching 99acres.com.
He gained remarkable expertise in various industrial verticals when he worked for Aricent, Hughes Software Systems, and Bharat Electronics. He has gained deep insights in unlocking employee productivity using employee recognition and engagement through his experience with several companies and HR departments. His strategic skills in a learning and entrepreneurial environment, where complexity can require a dive into the content and creativity, problem-solving skills and intelligence are maximally utilized.
Partha is a strong believer in being able to have an impact together with a team. He leads the company with innovative flair, a reason why Vantage Circle enjoys a sustained competitive position in the market. Under Partha's leadership, Vantage Circle has become a globally recognized HR Tech company, establishing itself as one of the leading Employee Rewards and Recognition SaaS-software in India, UAE and North America.
Akhilesh Tuteja
Partner & National Leader, Client & Markets & Global Head - Cyber Security
KPMG in India
Akhilesh Tuteja
Partner & National Leader, Client & Markets & Global Head - Cyber SecurityKPMG in India
Akhilesh is Partner & National Leader, Clients and Markets and Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), KPMG in India and Global Head - Cyber Security for KPMG in India. He is a visionary leader at the forefront of digital transformation. Akhilesh is a distinguished partner and a key member of the India and Global Leadership Team. Renowned for his strategic prowess in leveraging innovative technologies, he empowers organizations to achieve significant and measurable business outcomes through effective digital strategies.
With a dedicated focus on driving impactful change, Akhilesh has guided over 200 clients in realizing substantial advantages through technology. His expertise lies in IT strategy and AI-driven technology selection, enabling organizations to harness the full potential of intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making. Akhilesh's deep understanding of behavioral psychology provides a unique perspective in holistically assessing and mitigating the multifaceted risks associated with digital adoption, particularly through the strategic application of user behavior analytics to optimize operational efficiency and user experience.
Celebrated as a prominent thought leader in the digital ecosystem, Akhilesh is a passionate advocate for its transformative potential of technology across diverse sectors. His insightful perspectives on the strategic application of AI and digital initiatives in accelerating transformation journeys have established him as a respected voice in the community. As a sought-after expert, he actively contributes to industry discussions, shares his deep knowledge, and collaborates on initiatives that are shaping the future of business through intelligent solutions.
Akhilesh's unwavering commitment to innovation and his visionary approach to seamlessly integrating advanced technologies into core business strategies position him as an invaluable asset and a key driver in the evolving landscape of digital transformation. His insights promise to offer profound value to any audience seeking to understand and capitalize on the power of technology.
Ajay Trehan
Founder and CEO
AuthBridge
Ajay Trehan
Founder and CEOAuthBridge
Ajay Trehan is a visionary entrepreneur and IIT-Delhi graduate with over 30 years of experience in building and scaling businesses. His early corporate journey at Shriram Industrial Enterprises and ICI India set the stage for his entrepreneurial leap.
In 2005, driven by a passion for innovation, he founded AuthBridge to solve the trust challenges global companies faced in India. Under his leadership, AuthBridge has grown into India’s leading provider of digital-first solutions for verification, onboarding, and risk management, serving 3000+ companies, including Fortune 500 firms and unicorns.
Ajay has been instrumental in pioneering AI-driven solutions that enhance accuracy, security, and efficiency in trust ecosystems. Beyond business, Ajay actively mentors startups, advises industry bodies like NASSCOM and TiE, and speaks on business transformation and trust infrastructure. A lifelong learner, he is also an avid reader and movie buff.
Dia Mirza
Award Winning Actor
Producer & Champion for Gender Rights and Nature
Dia Mirza
Award Winning ActorProducer & Champion for Gender Rights and Nature
Dia Mirza is an award-winning actor, green entrepreneur, film producer, the founder of One India Stories and a powerful champion of sustainability. She has leveraged her global platform to address diverse environmental and social issues as well as gender rights. Her name in the BBC's 100 Women List in 2023 highlights her dual impact in the realms of entertainment and activism. Her journey as a constantly evolving actor and a climate champion has made her a trailblazer and a role model for many.
Shantanu Deshpande
Founder & CEO
Bombay Shaving Company & Bombae
Shantanu Deshpande
Founder & CEOBombay Shaving Company & Bombae
Shantanu Deshpande is the founder and CEO of Bombay Shaving Co and Bombae, new age personal care brands designed to help consumers with hair removal. Founded in 2016, the company has quickly grown to becoming India's 2nd largest shaving brand with 250+ Cr annual net revenue. The company counts Colgate Palmolive and Reckitt as strategic investors among many others and with its strong brands, online distribution and product love is set to IPO in 8-10 quarters.
Shantanu also is the host of popular podcast The BarberShop, is an ambassador for Olympic Gold Quest, and is a senior advisor for PE fund Advent as well as Mckinsey and Co.
Shantanu is an alumnus of Mckinsey where he spent his formative professional years. He graduated from IIM Lucknow and VNIT Nagpur and his hometown is Pune.
Dr. C. Jayakumar
Executive VP & Head – Corporate Human Resources (CHRO)
Larsen & Toubro
Dr. C. Jayakumar
Executive VP & Head – Corporate Human Resources (CHRO)Larsen & Toubro
Dr. C. Jayakumar is the Executive Vice President & Head Corporate Human Resources (CHRO) at Larsen & Toubro. He is a highly result-oriented, HR professional with over 35 years of experience in successfully planning, designing, implementing, and managing various strategic HR Initiatives. Dr. Jayakumar has been the Head of HR for various businesses, independent companies, and JVs within L&T Group, including leadership roles in the Middle East & Africa Region. He has led various transformational initiatives within the organization including digital transformation. He has been an established thought leader and widely acclaimed speaker in various national and international conferences and forums.
On the academic front, he has 3 Master’s degree (Economics, Labor Studies & Human Resource Management). He has also earned a degree in Law (LLB) and a doctorate in leadership from the University of Madras. He is also an alumnus of London Business School where he has done his Sr. Executive Management Program.
Dr. C. Jayakumar has various national and international certifications and accreditations in the Psychometric and behavioral sciences domain. He is also certified in Organizational Development from the NTL Institute of Advanced Behavioral Sciences, USA.
Dr. C. Jayakumar has made an immense contribution in the Human Resources arena over the years. He presides on the boards of esteemed professional bodies and in the Board of Studies of various prestigious educational institutions such as:
- Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD)
- All India Management Association (AIMA)
- SAP SuccessFactors CHRO Advisory Board
- Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), National Committee on Leadership & HR
- IIM Trichy
- School of Inspired Leadership (SOIL) etc.
- Chairman of the Sub-Committee on HR & IR of CII Western Region for the year 2023-24.
- FICCI HR & Skills Main Committee for the year 2024-25
- Under Dr C Jayakumar’s leadership, L&T has been recognized as India’s Best Employers among Nation Builders 2023 by Great Place to Work, India and Most Preferred Workplace 2023-24 by Team Marksmen in association with India Today.
- Dr. Jayakumar has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Great People Managers in India 2023 by Great Manager Institute. He has also been honored with HR Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022 by FICCI and in 2021 by Economic Times & People Business.
Dr. C Jayakumar has also been recognized as:
- One of the Top 100 Great People Managers in India 2023 by Great Manager Institute.
- Featured in the article titled “The 23 of 2023 Initiative, CPO- Human Capital Catalysts" list by HR Association of India Magazine
- 50 HR Thought leaders of 2022 & 2024 by ETHRWorld.
- HR Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022 by FICCI
- Economic Times & People Business in 2021
Dr. Sanjay Chaturvedi
Chief Executive Officer
Apitoria
Dr. Sanjay Chaturvedi
Chief Executive OfficerApitoria
Dr. Sanjay Chaturvedi is currently, the Chief Executive Officer of Apitoria (A 100% subsidiary of Aurobindo Pharma). Earlier, he was the Executive Director and CEO of IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Dr. Sanjay is a global business executive having worked in the Specialty Chemicals, Biotech and Pharmaceutical industry for over 25 years. Other professional experience includes leadership roles at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Praj Industries, Rohm and Haas and Dow Chemicals.
A seasoned business executive with a unique ability to connect with people and understand broad issues, Dr. Sanjay has a proven track record in business turn-around, organization building, talent development and product development. He has successfully started new businesses as well as managed large business organizations across the world.
He is a strategic thinker, with broad general management experience (Innovation, P&L, Strategy, Marketing), he has served a variety of markets including Biotech, Specialty Materials and Pharmaceuticals. His diverse educational, professional, and personal background makes him a real ‘out of the box’ thinker. He has lived and traveled extensively through North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa and Central and South
Dr. Sanjay has a bachelor’s degree in chemistry (Honors) and a master’s degree in Physical Chemistry from St. Stephens College, University of Delhi. He has a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Stony Brook University, New York and a Management degree from Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania. He has attended other executive education programs at Harvard and Caltech.
Biplab Chaudhuri
Chief Executive Officer
DIGITYS
Biplab Chaudhuri
Chief Executive OfficerDIGITYS
Biplab Chaudhuri is a seasoned entrepreneur and technology leader, currently serving as the CEO of DIGITYS, a Dallas-based firm specializing in IT, AI, machine learning, and data analytics solutions. Under his leadership, DIGITYS has earned recognition on Inc.’s Regionals 2023: Southwest list.
Biplab began his entrepreneurial journey in Chicago, USA, where he founded DIGITYS in 2012. The firm has since expanded its global presence with offices in Naperville (USA), San José (Costa Rica), Mexico, Canada, UK and Kolkata (India), offering IT consulting and business process services.
With over two decades of experience in IT strategy, cloud computing, and AI, Biplab is a thought leader shaping the future of tech-enabled business solution. He also founded Vetzu, Cognatic Solutions and PTS Realty LLC.
At DIGITYS, he empowers organizations to harness cutting-edge tools like AI, blockchain, and IoT, fostering agility and growth. His expertise spans enterprise architecture, digital governance, and scalable tech frameworks, helping businesses stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
A passionate advocate for tech-driven change, Biplab combines deep industry knowledge with strategic foresight, mentoring teams and leaders to adopt next-gen solutions. Through his thought leadership, evident in his articles, talks, and advisory roles—he bridges the gap between innovation and practical implementation.
Sushil Baveja
Chief Human Resources Officer
Jindal Stainless
Sushil Baveja
Chief Human Resources OfficerJindal Stainless
Sushil Baveja is the CHRO of Jindal Stainless Ltd. Jindal Stainless is the largest stainless steel company in India and ranks amongst the top 10 stainless steel conglomerates in the world.
Sushil has in the past worked across the entire spectrum of HR & IR in professionally-run Indian family business enterprises (Samtel, Dalmia and DCM Shriram) and reputed multinationals (Cadbury, Gillette, Alcatel) for over 38 years leading HR for Factory, Sales and Corporate in India and South East Asia.
Sushil is an alumnus of Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad. He has also done the Advanced Human Resource Executive Program (AHREP) from the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan.
He has been associated with various professional and industry bodies including CII, Assocham, DMA, SHRM and NHRDN.
Deepali Naair
Group Chief Marketing Officer
CK Birla Group
Deepali Naair
Group Chief Marketing OfficerCK Birla Group
Deepali leads marketing for the USD 3 billion CK Birla Group. Previously, she was CMO at IBM India & South Asia and led marketing at IIFL Wealth and Mahindra Holidays. She has also worked with Tata Motors, HSBC, and Marico. Deepali has held P&L responsibilities at L&T Insurance, IBM and at Mahindra Holidays. She was also the Independent Director on the Board of IIFL Wealth Finance
She is the editor and hosts a successful podcast called Being CEO with Deepali Naair.
Deepali’s work in the sales and marketing domain is very well recognised. She won the ET ‘Most Promising Tech Marketer of the year’ award in 2020 and has been listed six times in ‘India’s 50 most influential women’ in media and marketing by Impact.
She teaches at SP Jain, MICA, and a few IIMs.
Lokendra Mishra
Senior Vice President - Premium Alliances
AdvantageClub.ai
Lokendra Mishra
Senior Vice President - Premium AlliancesAdvantageClub.ai
Lokendra, a Computer Science graduate from MIT and an alumnus of IIM Lucknow, is the Senior Vice President- Premium Alliance and has been leading Employee Engagement for Clients at AdvantageClub.AI for more than nine years.
He specializes in automating and digitizing employee experience, engagement, wellness initiatives, and general and performance-driven recognition programs.
AdvantageClub.AI, with a presence in over 100 countries and a network of 1,000+ corporate partners, is reshaping employee engagement for more than 5 million employees worldwide.
With a vision to further revolutionize engagement through AI-powered solutions, Lokendra is known not just for driving growth and strategy but also for being a motivator, growth hacker, advisor and friend.
Santosh D’souza
Director, India
LinkedIn
Santosh D’souza
Director, India
As a Director of Sales & Business Development with over 20 years of experience, Santosh is dedicated to driving growth in Internet, Social & e-commerce platforms & mobile VAS and payments sectors. His passion lies in developing high-performing teams, fostering a positive team culture, and creating effective Business & Talent strategies for his customers across Industries.
At LinkedIn he leads the talent and learning solutions for South India, His focus is on developing cutting-edge talent strategies that harness the power of AI and data to drive performance and growth. By leveraging AI tools, his team helps organizations enhance recruitment processes, build career paths, and enable data-driven decision-making, ensuring customers are equipped for success in an ever-evolving work landscape. Having contributed to numerous successful startups, Santosh thrives in dynamic environments and is committed to talent transformation with AI and its impact, keeping people at the core of it all.
Rohan Sylvester
Talent Strategy Advisor
Indeed
Rohan Sylvester
Talent Strategy AdvisorIndeed
An experienced content creator, with over eleven years of experience across verticals, Rohan Sylvester has a demonstrated history of working in the content industry. Combining his passion for content, data-driven insights, and recruitment technologies, he is able to provide companies with actionable strategies to enhance their recruitment.
As the recruitment evangelist for Indeed in India, Rohan leverages Indeed’s extensive platform data and research to support HR and TA professionals across India with insights that could help them attract and hire the right talent.
Rohan is a Marine Engineer and an alumnus of Birla Institute of Technology.
Sunita Rebecca Cherian
Chief Culture Officer & Senior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources, Member of Wipro Executive Committee
Wipro
Sunita Rebecca Cherian
Chief Culture Officer & Senior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources, Member of Wipro Executive CommitteeWipro
Sunita Rebecca Cherian serves as the Chief Culture Officer & Senior Vice President – Corporate Human Resources at Wipro Limited Wipro Limited operates across 65 countries and employs over 230000 people in diverse regulatory and labour environments.
Sunita’s career close to three decades has spanned Sales, Human Capital Strategy, Board Strategy, Total Rewards Strategy, Workforce Transitions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Organizational Design, HR Shared Services, Sustainability, and Inclusion & Diversity. As a Human Resources leader, she helped shape the HR strategy and has led change strategies for leadership and across the talent landscape for various divisions including a start-up unit.
Sunita is currently on the HR Advisory Board of TA Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) and was on the Board of Bangalore International Centre (BIC) as well as Chair of NASSCOM National Diversity & Inclusion Council. She is Chair of Wipro’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council and spearheads the Culture change initiative across the organization. She is a member of World Economic Forum – Global Future Council as well as World 50 I&D Impact Community.
Under Sunita’s guidance, Wipro Limited has been widely recognized for its Inclusion framework and Sustainability initiatives in the last decade. “Women of Wipro” transformed the pace of inclusion and empowerment of women employees and was much awarded.
Sunita is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration. She is a Master Coach, a Hogan specialist, and a certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
Jaya Awasthi
Principal and Head – Skills
Confederation of Indian Industry
Jaya Awasthi
Principal and Head – SkillsConfederation of Indian Industry
Jaya Awasthi is the Principle and Head of Skill COE in Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) which is the Apex Industry Association of India. She is currently leading COE`s work in the area of Skills and policy advocacy. She is based in Delhi/NCR.
Jaya is a Lawyer (LLB – Labor and employment Laws) and MBA (Human Resources) along with a specialisation in Public policy and Leadership from Harvard Kennedy School.
Prior to joining CII, she held senior positions in organisations such as JP Morgan, Deloitte, IBM; latest corporate role being India Head - Employee and Labor Relations, Apple and Chair for Women@Apple - a diversity network. She has won multiple awards and created policies that have impacted the Human Resource, social justice and diversity landscape in India, significantly.
Jaya is driven by a commitment to pioneering transformative initiatives that strengthen India’s social fabric.
Paresh R. Ranpara
Director, Human Resources
GRID-INDIA
Paresh R. Ranpara
Director, Human ResourcesGRID-INDIA
Shri Paresh R. Ranpara is the Director (Human Resources) of Grid Controller of India Limited. Shri Ranpara is a seasoned HR Professional with more than 30 years of experience. Before joining Grid-India he has worked with state owned power sector companies of Gujarat. Prior to joining power sector of the state he had also worked in private sector. He was actively involved in process of unbundling of erstwhile GEB and steered communication exercise for making it the smoothest transition.
As Director (HR) at Grid-India, he focused on Capacity Building within the organization, which is highly knowledge-driven. He introduced and redesigned critical HR policies to better align with the company's business objectives. He has prioritise succession planning and leadership development in Grid-India. He also introduced coaching program for senior management team. His efforts contributed significantly in building a robust leadership pipeline for the Company.
As a member of the Board of Directors, he gained deep insights into the complexities of the power sector, enhancing his strategic perspective in aligning HR initiatives with the organization’s broader goals. He also played a pivotal role in enhancing infrastructure. He is strong believer in team work and giving platform to the right talent in the organization.
His leadership continues to shape Grid-India's HR landscape and its adaptation to emerging industry trends.
D N Prasad
Founder & Executive Coach
Noetic Step
D N Prasad
Founder & Executive CoachNoetic Step
D N Prasad, is an Executive Coach (PCC, International Coach Federation) and a transformational HR Leader with expertise in leading scaled transformation, building and scaling Organizations & functions (in-country, region and global) and shaping & nurturing cultures and careers. Prasad was conferred as a Master Professional by the Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP).
DNP, as he is known in professional circles, has held several regional and global leadership roles through his career spanning quarter of a century; in private and Public Service, across India, US and Singapore, and in organisations including Infosys, Google and GovTech(Singapore). He also founded Noetic Step, an Executive Coaching and Talent Advisory practice, in 2018.
He is the Immediate Past President of Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI) and a member of The Professional Practices Committee for IHRP, Singapore. He is an Independent Advisor at GoSports Foundation and Meeraq, and an invited member of the Forbes Coaches Council.
Ayush Gupta
Director, Human Resources
GAIL
Ayush Gupta
Director, Human ResourcesGAIL
Mr. Ayush Gupta, Director (HR), GAIL (India) Ltd is a 1992 batch Electrical Engineer from IIT Roorkee, MBA in Operations Management & P G Diploma in Human Resources Management. He has over 33 years of varied and rich experience in the field of Human Resource Management, Projects, Operations and Maintenance in Oil & Gas Sector and Process Industry.
Mr. Gupta is working with GAIL since last 27 years. He is among the youngest Directors to be on the Board of GAIL India Ltd. He is a strong proponent & practitioner of sustainable business practices and ensuing highest standards of safety in plant & pipeline operations. He has taken several initiatives to promote gender equality & women empowerment.
During his tenure at GAIL, Mr. Ayush Gupta had been instrumental in introducing various initiatives, such as Spandan (Monthly Wellness Hour dedicated towards enhancing employees’ physical, mental and emotional well-being), Ojas (young employees engagement & development platform), Abha (for educating, mentoring and hand-holding of spouses of GAIL employees for their entrepreneurial ventures), Samanvay (Care, Connect & Commit – to establish a periodic two way communication in the organization), Mentoring Journey – Saarthi (a unique approach towards development of young talent), e-Learning Courses, etc.
He is a recipient of the prestigious Chevening Rolls Royce Science, Innovation, Policy & Leadership Fellowship from UK Government in 2013, Winner of the National Corrosion Awareness Award 2004, Emerging HRD Thinkers Award in 2011, HR Leader of the Year Award-2024 by Governance Now and recognized as Top 50 HR Thought Leaders of 2024 by Economic Times HR World. He is author & co-editor of the book titled ‘Natural Gas Markets in India’ published by Springer International and has to his credit several awards for papers published and presented at national and international forums.
He is Chairman of GAIL Mangalore Petrochemicals Ltd and a Director on the Boards of GAIL Gas Ltd, ONGC Tripura Power Company Ltd & China Gas Holdings Ltd.
He is an Executive Committee member of SCOPE (Standing Conference of Public Enterprises), Member on the Board of Governors of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology & Indian Institute of Petroleum & Energy, Director on the Board of IFTDO (International Federation of Training & Development Organizations), Member, HR Core Committee of All India Management Association (AIMA), Member, CII National Committee on Industrial Relations 2023-24 and Member, IPEF (Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity) Labour Rights Advisory Board.
K. S. Shetty
Director, Human Resources
HPCL
K. S. Shetty
Director, Human ResourcesHPCL
K. S. Shetty is Director-Human Resources at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited Prior to joining HPCL as Director-Human Resources, Shri K. S. Shetty was Executive Director-Human Resources with additional charge of Executive Director-Employee Relations in HPCL.
Shri K. S. Shetty has over 25 years of experience in HR in various capacities at HPCL. In his current role at HPCL, he is responsible for the entire gamut of HR/ER functions ranging from Talent Acquisition, Capability Building, Career and Succession Planning, Performance and Rewards Management, Discipline Management etc. He also has in-depth knowledge of various Statutory/ Regulatory requirements under various Labour Laws.
Shri K. S. Shetty is a Gold Medallist in Human Resource Management from Andhra University and a distinguished alumnus of the Swedish Institute, Stockholm from where he completed his Diploma in Sustainable Development in 2012. He has also completed his Advanced Management Program from MDI, Gurgaon / ESCP Europe Business School, Paris (2016).He is an SHRM, USA - Senior Certified Professional and is currently on the AIMA Core Committee on HR and also on the National Council of the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD). He is also on the Board of HPCL’s Wholly Owned Subsidiary Company (HPLNG), effective October 10, 2022.
Adhir Mane
Chief Human Resources Officer-Corporate
Raymond
Adhir Mane
Chief Human Resources Officer-CorporateRaymond
Adhir Mane is the CHRO–Corporate at Raymond. He is heading the HR function for Realty and Denim business and providing strategic leadership for Talent Management, Compensation and benefits and HR technology across the Raymond group. Earlier he worked as CHRO-Lifestyle (Raymond). This role involved providing HR leadership to the business from a strategic standpoint.
His professional HR expertise spans over 30 years, during which he has provided breakthrough strategies across various industries and functions, developed several solutions to manage People processes, built a convergence between business & people keeping technology at the forefront.
Adhir has a proven ability to co-create a well aligned vision, mission, and strategy for the business with core cultural elements that translate the business strategy into people behaviors and thereby building a winning culture. He has managed diverse cross-functional/ multi-cultural teams across various geographies including MENA and European region.
His previous stints include working with Reliance as Sr. Vice President HR in the Hydrocarbon business. Group Head HR for Landmark Group based in Dubai. Adhir has held many senior strategic HR positions in large Indian Companies like CISCO Systems, Warner-Lambert (now Pfizer), BASF, M&M, and Piramal Healthcare.
Adhir is a certified business coach with the Marshal Goldsmith Stakeholder coaching system and International Coaching Federation (ICF). He holds a GPHR certification and is an HR Analytics Professional from Aon Hewitt. Additionally, is certified by the British Psychological Society for Personality and Ability Testing. He also completed his Strategic Management Program from IIM–Kolkata.
Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi
Director -Personnel
PowerGrid
Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi
Director -PersonnelPowerGrid
Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi is a seasoned leader with demonstrated experience of more than 33 years. He has played a pivotal role in alignment of HR Strategy with business and steering organization’s growth. He is a business enabler with excellent cross functional knowledge, high acumen and great exposure in policy formulations, HR Process Re-engineering & other Organizational Development initiatives. He started his professional journey with Hindalco Industries and joined POWERGRID in 1993. He has lead various change management initiatives such as SAP implementation, digitization of HR, readiness for future of work, etc. with a focus on building agile & resilient organization.
Prior to taking up this assignment, he was Executive Director (HR), POWERGRID and handled challenging & flagship works and delivered results consistently in dynamic business environment.
He holds Bachelor degree in engineering from IIT Roorkee, PGDIE from NITIE Mumbai (now IIM Mumbai), PGDM from MDI Gurgaon and Doctorate in Management. He has represented India and won prestigious Asian Management Challenge Championship in 2017.
Manjul Tilak
Chief Human Resources Officer
Piramal Enterprises
Manjul Tilak
Chief Human Resources OfficerPiramal Enterprises
Manjul heads the HR function for the Financial Services and Realty businesses for the Piramal Group, where he is responsible for shaping and driving the people agenda and address HR priorities at enterprise level.
Manjul has over twenty-seven years of HR experience with the last seventeen in Financial Services in the Kotak Mahindra Group. His last stint in Kotak Bank was as Senior Executive Vice President, where he headed HR for their Consumer Banking business, spanning both retail liabilities and consumer assets.
He started his stint with the Kotak Group in their life insurance business, post which he moved to the Bank to handle HR for their Wholesale Bank, Global Transaction Services, Treasury and Risk functions. He was a key member of the team which handled the merger between Kotak Bank and ING Vysya Bank.
Prior to the Kotak Group, Manjul has also worked for The India Today Group and Triveni Engineering & Industries Limited. He has rich experience in building scale in businesses, and in cutting edge practices in the areas of talent acquisition, leadership development, succession planning, managing high potentials, employee engagement, learning and organizational development.
Manjul is an Engineer from NIT, Jalandhar and did his Masters in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from University Business School, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Rittik Mondal
Senior Manager, Country Marketing
Indeed
Rittik Mondal
Senior Manager, Country MarketingIndeed
Rittik is a seasoned consultant turned adept marketer. In his capacity as the Country Marketing Manager at Indeed, Rittik leads initiatives aimed at improving market presence, expanding job-seeker base, enhancing product usage and optimizing revenue streams.
With a robust track record spanning over 6 years, Rittik excels in formulating and executing comprehensive strategies for both B2C and B2B campaigns. In addition, Rittik also had the opportunity to work on various product development and product development initiatives.
A distinguished alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad and IIT Kanpur, Rittik brings a wealth of professionalism and proficiency to the marketing arena.
Ashutosh Telang
Director & Vice President - HR & Administration
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India
Ashutosh Telang
Director & Vice President - HR & AdministrationArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India
Ashutosh is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in shaping high-performing organizations. He finds purpose in creating lasting value for businesses while enabling enriching, challenging, and meaningful careers for people.
At ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India)—a joint venture between two of the world’s largest steelmakers, Ashutosh leads the Human Resources, Administration, Corporate Communications, CSR, and Security functions. As a member of the Management Committee, he plays a pivotal role in guiding AM/NS India's ambitious growth strategy, which aims to quadruple its capacity through both — greenfield expansions and strategic acquisitions across the value chain.
Under his leadership, AM/NS India is strengthening its foundation and building a future-ready organisation. Ashutosh is also spearheading purposeful CSR initiatives across education, healthcare, women’s empowerment, and community development—translating the company’s vision of being a responsible, admired steelmaker into meaningful impact on the ground.
Before joining AM/NS India, Ashutosh was Chief People Officer at True North, a leading Private Equity firm. Ashutosh spent a significant part of his career at Marico Limited, where he served as CHRO. Prior to Marico, Ashutosh was associated with pharmaceutical companies like E Merck and Ranbaxy Laboratories.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in science (Statistics) and a Masters in Labour Studies from Mumbai University. He is a trained Facilitator in Techniques of Participation (ToP) and Coach from Newfield Asia. He is also associated with ASCENT Foundation for Entrepreneurs.
Ashutosh is an avid reader, and his interest varies from spirituality to management to non-fiction and fiction—and this continues to fuel his imagination and creativity through a lifelong love of learning.
Suresh Rai
Global Chief Human Resources Officer
Sun Pharma
Suresh Rai
Global Chief Human Resources OfficerSun Pharma
Suresh Rai is the Global Chief human Resources Officer, Sun Pharma. In a career spanning over three decades; Suresh has worked with conglomerates like Unilever and Procter & Gamble.
In his 25+ years of association with Unilever, he held number of Senior Leadership roles which included CHRO – Global Nutrition, Global Vice President- Foods & Refreshment, Vice President Human Resources - South-East Asia & Australasia, Vice President Human Resources – Unilever Philippines, Leadership & Organization Development Director - Global Markets. Prior to Unilever, he was associated with Procter and Gamble in supply chain.
A C-suite Human Resources leader with global experience in consumer business with proven impact across HR strategy, M&A and disposals, creating high performing organizations, leadership pipelines, establishing agile workplaces, building digital, data and global capability centers. He has lived-in multi-country experience.
Suresh is a contributor on diverse topics in different forums & business bodies including INSEAD, HCLI- Singapore. He was also a guest speaker at Vietnam National HRD Conference, University of Amsterdam, and was instrumental in establishing Industry Digital HR Forum in Philippines. He was recognised amongst 12 Stellar HR leaders in Asia Hot List of HRD Asia magazine.
Suresh holds an MBA in HR from XLRI Jamshedpur and B Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi.
He loves traveling, astronomy and reading about military history.
Dr. Tanaya Mishra
Global CHRO
In-Solutions Global
Dr. Tanaya Mishra
Global CHROIn-Solutions Global
Dr. Tanaya Mishra is the Global Chief Human Resources Officer at In-Solutions Global, a fintech firm. Strategic HR leadership is the cornerstone of Dr. Tanay’s role, where fostering a future-ready and agile organization is her prime focus.
Prior to joining In-Solutions Global, Dr. Mishra was associated with Endo as Vice President and Head of Human Resources (India). Previously, she worked at Strides, Essar, Accenture, JSW, ACC, Shoppers Stop, Firstsource and DHL.
Dr Mishra holds a PhD in Manpower Planning, a Master’s in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations, and an LLB from Utkal University.
Priti Kataria
Chief Human Resources Officer & Member of Executive Board
Birlasoft
Priti Kataria
Chief Human Resources Officer & Member of Executive BoardBirlasoft
Priti Kataria is a seasoned leader with over 26 years of experience in the IT industry. As Chief Human Resources Officer, she is responsible for developing and executing a human resource strategy that aligns with the company's overall business plan. She is dedicated to cultivating a high-performance culture, strengthening the employer brand, and driving an agile, people-centric organization at Birlasoft. Additionally, she is a passionate advocate for Inclusion & Diversity. She has a strong business focus and expertise in leading HR initiatives for a global workforce, driving collaboration and impact in complex, matrixed organizations.
Prior to Birlasoft, she served as Senior Vice President & CHRO – Wipro Enterprise Futuring (WEF), where she spearheaded large-scale HR transformations, talent strategy, leadership development, and culture-building initiatives.
She is currently pursuing a PhD in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources from IIM Indore and holds a Postgraduate degree in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. Outside of her professional life, Priti is an avid reader and has a strong passion for traveling.
Bhavya Misra
Chief Human Resources Officer
Godrej Capital
Bhavya Misra
Chief Human Resources OfficerGodrej Capital
Bhavya Misra, Chief Human Resources Officer at Godrej Capital, brings nearly two decades of rich experience in HR across Technology, FMCG, and Retail sectors. Her distinguished career includes leadership roles at PepsiCo, Bharti Walmart, and Lenovo, where she excelled in Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Transformation, and Business Partnering.
At Godrej Capital, Bhavya resonates deeply with the company's causes related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), with a particular focus on the LGBTQIA+ and PWD communities. She is also leading the company’s vision to create a workplace of gender inclusion, striving for equal representation of men and women.
Bhavya's approach to HR is deeply rooted in empathy and pragmatism, ensuring that every employee feels valued and heard. Her philosophy revolves around the idea of keeping employees at the centre of all decisions, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for them. She believes that aligning business objectives with hiring is crucial. Her strategic alignment of business goals with talent acquisition has been central to her HR practices.
An alumna of MDI, Gurgaon, and St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, Bhavya brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of driving HR excellence. Her dedication to building a diverse and dynamic workforce continues to propel Godrej Capital towards greater success.
Govindraj M K
Chief Human Resources Officer
Myntra
Govindraj M K
Chief Human Resources OfficerMyntra
With a steadfast belief that the human capital of an organization is its most potent differentiator for long-term success, Govind brings over 25 years of extensive experience as an HR leader across multiple industries and diverse geographies.
As the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Myntra, Govind is responsible for steering Myntra’s People Charter in alignment with the platform's business goals. He is passionate about driving focused, people-centric interventions that not only enhance organizational performance but also foster an empathy-driven culture. By championing the importance of empathy and equality in the workplace, he strives to create environments where individuals from diverse backgrounds can feel inclusive and thrive, ultimately contributing to the overarching success of the organization.
In his most recent stint as VP - HR for Flipkart, Govind led the business partnering for Flipkart's Tech and Product Organisation and People Product & Analytics team. He worked previously with the ekart business in leading with care the Supply chain HR function through the Covid crisis successfully and also led the Leadership Hiring team for Flipkart.
From his roles as an HR leader in India, Singapore (APAC region), and Dubai (Middle East region), Govind has consistently operated at a senior leadership level, serving as an influencer and a trusted advisor. Thriving in fast-paced, high-growth environments, he is adept at navigating ambiguity and has spearheaded numerous transformation projects.
Govind is an alumnus of the Madras School of Social Work, University of Madras.
Sudarsan Ravi
Founder & CEO
RippleHire
Sudarsan Ravi
Founder & CEORippleHire
Sudarsan Ravi is the founder and CEO of RippleHire. He is known as a category creator in the space of employee referrals.
RippleHire is the default platform on which referrals run in the country. He is respected as one of the foremost experts in the field of talent acquisition technology.
RippleHire’s ATS has reimagined what’s possible and delivered what’s considered impossible. Their customers consistently score 90th percentile or more in candidate experience.
Hemalakshmi Raju
Chief Learning Officer & Leader-Diversity & Inclusion
Reliance Industries
Hemalakshmi Raju
Chief Learning Officer & Leader-Diversity & InclusionReliance Industries
Hema is a HR Leader driven by a strong passion to do transformative work with individuals and organizations. She holds multi-sector experience and is currently heading Learning & Development and Diversity & Inclusion for Reliance Industries Ltd.
She is also a member of Harvard Business Publishing’s Asia Pacific Leadership Advisory Board – Corporate Learning.
She is known as a HR professional with a deep business focus and an ability to drive change. Learning & Leadership Development, Talent Management, Employee Experience, Culture Building and Diversity and Inclusion are areas of her interest and expertise.
She enjoys coaching and mentoring diverse set of professionals. She blogs on topics pertaining to Organizational Culture, Positive Living, Learning & Leadership Development. She also speaks at multiple HR forums.
She writes poetry in her free time, which she believes is not just a form of creative expression but is also a medium for influencing change.
Gopinath Pullaihgari
Sr. Director & Head - HR
Verizon India
Gopinath Pullaihgari
Sr. Director & Head - HRVerizon India
Gopinath (Gopi) Pullaihgari heads a strong fleet of Human Resources professionals at Verizon India. Dynamic and creative in his approach, Gopi comes with rich experience of over 25+ years in people management gained through his exposure to multiple global organizations. He has pioneered initiatives on talent management and transformation, setting up innovative HR practices focusing on leadership and agile HR methodology. Gopi believes that diversity is more than a number and is a strong practitioner of inclusion both, at the workplace and in his personal life.
He remains closely connected with the business driving talent strategy as a key business enabler. His broad base of strategic and tactical HR experience elevates the quality of the workforce, increasing their productivity to enhance stakeholder value. Prior to joining Verizon in 2012, Gopi was associated with JP Morgan.
A wanderer at heart, an angler by passion and a sports enthusiast, Gopi enjoys playing Frisbee and Cricket. He graduated in economics from the Presidency College and holds a Masters in Social Work from PSG College of Arts and Science.
Poonam Burman
Chief Human Resources Officer
Godrej Industries (Chemicals)
Poonam Burman
Chief Human Resources OfficerGodrej Industries (Chemicals)
Poonam Burman is the Chief Human Resource Officer at Godrej Industries (Chemicals) Ltd. With 28 years of experience in HR business partnering across varied industries such as FMCG, IT, automobiles, textiles, oil & gas engineering services, mining products and services, and telecom, Poonam has established herself as a seasoned HR Leader.
Before joining Godrej Industries, Poonam was the Category HR Head of Beauty and Personal Care Business Group, South Asia at Hindustan Unilever Ltd. Her extensive career also includes roles such as Head Corporate HR at Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd, Country HR Head of Lexmark International, Head of HR & IR-India at Orica Mining Services, and HR Business Partner at Reliance Communication, Indian Oil Tanking Ltd, Indian Rayon, and Hindustan Motors Ltd.
Throughout her career, Poonam has worked as strategic business enabler by designing and executing People processes and policies aligned to business growth and transformations. Her ability to lead change management initiatives, and transform people practices from reactive to proactive sustainable engagements has been instrumental in driving organizational success. Poonam has successfully handled mergers and post-merger integration, managed challenging IR and union management, specializing in organizational development interventions for team effectiveness. She is a passionate champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) agendas for business and community development programs.
Poonam holds an HR Executive Program certification from Ross School of Management, University of Michigan, and a Post Graduation in Personnel Management from XISS. She is also a certified Professional Behavior Analyst (CPBA) and has certifications from Aon HR Analyst and Hay Consultants (Singapore) on Hay Job Evaluation.
Shikha Gupta
Chief Human Resources Officer
Luminous Power Technologies
Shikha Gupta
Chief Human Resources OfficerLuminous Power Technologies
Shikha Gupta is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Luminous Power Technologies, Pvt. Ltd. She holds more than two decades of experience across different sectors in the HR & People domain. Her core skills include employee engagement, talent management, performance management, coaching and mentoring, leadership and HiPo development, career management, and succession planning.
She has joined Luminous from Schneider Electric, where she was the Director of HR and DEI for India and South Asia. In her last role, she was driving people priorities across multiple businesses and functions like Services, Customer experience, Finance & Governance, and Data office and had been instrumental in leading Services evolution and Finance transformation. Additionally, she has been leading the DEI agenda, influencing leaders and employees to bring a shift towards a more equitable and inclusive workplace.
At Luminous, she is spearheading people strategy, policies, and practices, strengthening the talent landscape and establishing inclusive culture, to effectively support the business priorities, corporate strategy, and growth agenda. She is also in charge of CSR and administrative functions at Luminous.
Shikha holds a degree in Management from The Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, Kolkata, and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Jiwaji University, Gwalior along with a certification in Hogan Assessment. Her educational background and extensive industry exposure has given her a nuanced understanding of industry needs and practices, which she adeptly applies to drive the growth and success of people & CSR functions at Luminous. Her expertise plays a pivotal role in shaping the organizational culture and building collaboration among the Schnieder Electric group companies, including Luminous.
The rapid pace of energy sector evolution promises immense potential and opportunities for Luminous. Shikha’s expertise in building agile and future-ready workforce supports this vision of growth and transformation at Luminous.
Before joining Schneider Electric, Shikha has been associated with WNS Global Services, JP Morgan Chase, Wipro Ltd, and Infosys Tech.
Arti Dua
Partner & National Talent Leader
EY
Arti Dua
Partner & National Talent LeaderEY
A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Arti Dua has been with EY for nearly 24 years, steadily rising through the ranks and exemplifying unwavering commitment, deep expertise, and impactful leadership.
She began her career with the Tax practice, where she led complex direct tax engagements, including transaction structuring, cross-border investments, business restructuring, and tax controversy resolution. Arti brings extensive experience across diverse sectors such as technology, telecom, private equity, new-age businesses, and start-ups.
In her current role as Talent Leader for EY India, Arti is passionate about shaping the firm’s people agenda. She is deeply committed to enhancing employee well-being, driving adoption of automation and digitisation in HR and effectively addressing the evolving needs of a multi-generational workforce.
Her leadership reflects a strong focus on building a culture of care, agility and inclusivity, while aligning talent priorities with the dynamic needs of the business.
Devendra Powar
Director, Enterprise Solutioning, Wellness & Engagement
AdvantageClub.ai
Devendra Powar
Director, Enterprise Solutioning, Wellness & EngagementAdvantageClub.ai
Devendra Powar is a Director at AdvantageClub.ai, where he heads Advantage Wellness, Partnerships, and Engagement. He specialises in helping organizations design tailored, all-in-one wellbeing programs. With a career spanning more than 20 years, Devendra has held key roles at respected organizations including GOQii, Apollo Life (Jiyo), Videocon Telecommunications Ltd, JP Morgan Chase, and more. Over the past decade, he has played a pivotal role in transforming employee wellbeing and engagement strategies, delivering innovative yet sustainable solutions that generate measurable ROI.
Viekas K Khokha
SVP & CHRO
Sharda Motor
Viekas K Khokha
SVP & CHROSharda Motor
Viekas K Khokha has a rich experience of 25 years, spreading across 5 industries including office automation, telecommunications, healthcare, chemicals & fertilizers & auto ancillary.
Viekas is currently the SVP & CHRO with Sharda Motors Limited where he is channelizing their people and culture transformation agenda through organization design, talent transformation, new ways of working, Technology immersion, to name a few. In the past, he has served some industry leaders like Bharti Airtel Ltd., Zimmer Biomet India, Dhanuka Agritech to name a few.
Viekas has a unique yet powerful career progression including some interesting cross functional moves like his career shift from sales to HR. He has consistently progressed in his career by undertaking some large transformation projects like integration of 3500 workforce across Bharti Airtel and Setting up of Global Centre of Excellence for them consuming back-end processes for 16 countries of Africa, Re-organisation of business unit based structure at Zimmer. He measures his success through a fine print that he can establish basis his connect with the field sales which helps him develop an understanding of the consumer.
Post the completion of Global Fellow Program in Talent Management from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in the US, he developed the understanding the need for Inclusion in Indian organizations for their long-term development and sustainability. He undertook leadership course in Diversity and Inclusion and started volunteering with the organisations in India developing understanding of their Diversity & Inclusion craft.
Chetana Patnaik
Chief Human Resources Officer
LTIMindtree
Chetana Patnaik
Chief Human Resources OfficerLTIMindtree
Chetana Patnaik is the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at LTIMindtree, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company. She brings with her three decades of diverse experience as an HR professional across industries. Her expertise spans leadership pipeline development, cultivating a diverse and inclusive organization, and growing talent through learning and development.
At LTIMindtree, Chetana leads a growing employee strength of over 86,000 employees located across more than 40 countries. She focuses on strategic HR initiatives aimed at developing a robust organizational culture, strengthening the leadership pipeline, and enhancing talent management and employer branding efforts. She is committed to building an environment where diversity is celebrated, and employees are empowered to learn and grow.
Prior to LTIMindtree, she was the Head of HR and CSR at L&T Transportation Infrastructure where she led the entire gamut of HR functions. She has also led strategic leadership hiring, succession planning along with mentorship programs of the Chairman’s office at L&T group. Chetana believes in learning being a continuous process. She is a certified Organization development professional from NTL institute, UK and an Executive Coach from CFI.
Raj Kumar Dubey
Director Human Resources
BPCL
Raj Kumar Dubey
Director Human ResourcesBPCL
Currently, Mr. Raj Kumar Dubey is serving as Director (Human Resources) with additional charge of Director (Marketing). In these roles, he is responsible for leading and overseeing strategic initiatives, operations and team management across both functions to support organizational growth and performance.
After taking over as Director (HR) BPCL, he initiated several pathbreaking initiatives in the Talent Management, Employee Wellness and HR analytics fields which are closest to his heart.
He began his career with IOC where he worked for 35 years and moved to BPCL in May 2023 as Director HR.
During his illustrious career of over 3 decades, he has implemented several strategic organizational development initiatives and change management processes impacting more than 400 locations and 7500 people. He has worked closely with International Consultants in areas of Organization restructuring, Visioning, Leadership Development and HR planning. He has successfully led several leadership positions and concluded various critical and challenging assignments across various business verticals in IOC like Aviation, Operations, HR, Retail in & across different regions.
Mr. Dubey is alumnus of NIT Allahabad with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has also acquired Master of Business Administration from International Centre for Promotion of Enterprises, Ljubljana, Slovenia. He has rich combination of Business and Human Capital Development experience in his 36 years of professional stint so far.
Vivek Ranjan
EVP & CHRO
Zensar Technologies
Vivek Ranjan
EVP & CHROZensar Technologies
Vivek Ranjan is the EVP and CHRO at Zensar Technologies, where he leads the global HR function to build a culture that empowers Zensarians to positively impact customers while driving growth and success.
Before joining Zensar, Vivek managed HR for over 22,000 employees at Ericsson India Global Services, where he fostered a positive work culture that resulted in top rankings in the Great Place to Work (GPTW) surveys.
His key accomplishments include successfully building businesses, delivering exceptional employee experiences, promoting a purpose- and values-driven culture, and managing large-scale transformations.
Vivek holds an MBA in Human Resources from XLRI, Jamshedpur, and is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD) in the UK. He has also completed executive education programs at The Wharton School, Questrom School of Business in Boston, and the Indian School of Business (ISB). Additionally, he is a certified Change Management Leader (Prosci) and has actively participated in GPTW initiatives, serving as a member of the executive committee for Best Places to Work.
Santana Ramakrishnan
Chief Human Resources Officer
Zeiss, India
Santana Ramakrishnan
Chief Human Resources OfficerZeiss, India
Santana Ramakrishnan is the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at ZEISS India. In her role, she is responsible for crafting HR strategies, developing systems and processes that align with global corporate governance and standards, and collaborating closely with global teams to drive cohesive growth and transformation toward the company's vision of ONE ZEISS.
With over 2 decades of experience, Santana has a strong background in leadership development, change management, and fostering high-performance cultures.
Santana began her HR career at GE Capital, where she spent seven years in various roles, gaining extensive functional knowledge. She then joined AXA, contributing to the company's people practices across Asia and Europe. At Goldman Sachs, she was responsible for building a robust global HR operations practice. Her career also includes significant roles in the Indian startup ecosystem, notably with Udaan.com and DealShare.
Santana holds a Post Graduate Degree in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from XLRI Jamshedpur and a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Stella Maris College, Chennai.
Charles Godwin
HR Leader
Zoho
Charles Godwin
HR LeaderZoho
Charles is an astute Human Resource Professional with 19 years in-depth experience in the entire gamut of People Programs & Processes from renowned IT Industry. He is currently with Zoho as HR Leader. He has an extensive exposure to manage change during acquisitions & mergers, building capabilities & talent during high growth phases, executing apt HR interventions.
Previously, Charles has worked with Polaris Software, Hexaware Technologies, WABCO Global Business Services and Royal Cyber.
Charles is a prominent speaker in student & industry forums and has delivered over Two-Thousand Guest Lectures, spends his weekends mostly visiting colleges & speaking to young minds. He conducts counselling session for students & helps many youngsters choose the right career path. He has also launched a new initiative ‘HR Lens’ to inspire young minds of our nation.
Honoured with Excellence Award in recognition of outstanding contribution in the field of Human Resource Management & Social Initiatives. He has also received many awards in recognition for the best Associate Connect & People Management. He is also one of the key members, board of advisors for many Institutions, HR Forums & Social Organisations.
He specializes in Talent Acquisition & Retention, Talent Management, Talent Engagement, Talent Development, Employee Relations, OD interventions, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Administration of Policies, Programmes & Practices, Employee Discipline, Employee Welfare & Branding.
Jonathan D’Souza
Chief Human Resources Officer
Welspun One
Jonathan D’Souza
Chief Human Resources OfficerWelspun One
A people-first HR leader with 17+ years of experience, Jonathan has worked across corporate and consulting roles, partnering with businesses from startups to large enterprises.
Jonathan currently leads Human Resources at Welspun One Logistics Parks while also driving Talent, Performance, and Rewards across Welspun Group.
With a strong foundation in strategy, technology, and analytics, he has led cross-functional teams to drive impactful business transformations. An alumnus of ISB Hyderabad and St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, he is passionate about psychology, behavioral economics, and capital markets.
Ashish Chattoraj
Chief People Officer
Tally Solutions
Ashish Chattoraj
Chief People OfficerTally Solutions
Ashish Chattoraj is the Chief People Officer at Tally Solutions. With over two decades of rich and diverse experience in Human Resources, he has held leadership roles across sectors that include FMCG, IT services, Semiconductor, fintech, and software.
In his current role, Ashish is focused on aligning HR objectives with Tally's business priorities, spearheading transformative initiatives to modernize HR practices and enhance the overall employee experience. Committed to elevating Tally's rich legacy, he is steering the organization to thrive in a dynamic global business environment, ensuring it remains a leader in innovation and excellence.
Ashish brings a strong blend of strategic planning and hands-on execution in areas such as change management, organizational structuring, leadership development, and business HR partnerships. He has successfully managed HR strategies across diverse business scenarios, including ramp-ups, site closures, divestments, and mergers, and acquisitions.
Prior to joining Tally Solutions, Ashish held multiple strategic roles at PayU, beginning as the CHRO for Payments and later overseeing the people functions for PayU’s India entities between 2019 and 2024. During his tenure, he led transformative HR initiatives to drive growth and integration across the organization. Earlier, as Country Head HR at Freescale, and subsequently Country HR Head for NXP where Ashish played a critical role in merger of Freescale & NXP in one of leading chip design company in India, He was responsible for shaping the India NXP organizational culture and strategy, contributing significantly to its success and alignment with business goals.
He has an MBA from XISS, Ranchi, class of 2002, and he has travelled to cities across India, equipping him with a well-rounded perspective and adaptability.
Vibha Adlakha
Director - Customer Success
LinkedIn Talent Solutions, India & Japan
Vibha Adlakha
Director - Customer SuccessLinkedIn Talent Solutions, India & Japan
Vibha is the Director - Customer Success, LinkedIn Talent Solutions, India & Japan. She is passionate about problem solving and making positive impact on people.
Vibha has a proven track record as a cross-functional leader in a hyper-growth global internet/technology company for building and scaling their new products business (media products) across markets in Asia Pacific region.
Being a part of global leadership teams and leading large and culturally diverse teams, Vibha has shown business success across markets, ranging from advanced and mature markets such as U.K. on one hand, and new and emerging markets such as Indonesia, Philippines etc on the other.
Personally, she is driven by experiences that expose her to diversity of thought, gender, cultures and countries and meaningfully challenge her to think different!Her core skills include are Go-to market strategy and execution, Business strategy & planning, Product positioning, Product marketing, Stakeholder management, Talent Management, Team building, Coaching, Customer Success, Digital Media sales, Cross-functional leadership, Relationship Building, Executive communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking.
Nanjappa B S
Senior Vice President, Human Resources
Infosys
Nanjappa B S
Senior Vice President, Human ResourcesInfosys
Nanjappa B.S is a seasoned Human Resources professional with a career spanning 22 years. In his current role, he is Senior Vice President, Human Resources at Infosys Ltd. At the center of his responsibilities lies employee experience, business partnership, engagement and employee relations at Infosys.
He leads the creation and sustained development of global employee engagement initiatives as well as industry-leading HR frameworks. In addition, Nanjappa leads the team that drives strategic people initiatives and cultural transformations across the organization.
Nanjappa holds a PGDM along with a certification from Stanford for an Executive Leadership Program. He is an avid sports enthusiast and has been a national level athlete. He is an active contributor to HR publications and is a speaker at industry events.
Srishti Tanwani
Co-Founder & CEO
Indo Era
Srishti Tanwani
Co-Founder & CEOIndo Era
Srishti Tanwani is a dynamic professional driving strategic initiatives at Indo Era, a brand known for its innovative approach. Srishti oversees critical functions to align business objectives with market demands and customer expectations
With a strong focus on business development, operations, and design she plays a crucial role in shaping the organization’s vision and ensuring its sustained growth in a competitive market.
Srishti is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, ensuring that Indo Era remains at the forefront of its industry.
Raj Tanwar
CHRO
AIonOS
Raj Tanwar
CHROAIonOS
Raj is an official Forbes HR Council member and a well-known as well as recognised HR professional in the Industry. In his two decades of global, cross-cultural HR experience, he has worked in various industries, including IT/ITES, Oil & gas, Pharmaceuticals, Engineering and Manufacturing. He has lived and practised HR in the Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Russia, and Europe.
He is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer at AIonOS – A joint venture between InterGlobe Enterprises and Assago Group, spearhead by Industry veteran leader Mr. CP Gurnani. Prior to this, he served as Chief Strategy Officer & Head HR at AdvantageClub.ai, a Global HR Technology (SaaS) platform serving 5 million employees in the domain of HRTech.
In his previous role, Raj has led Concentrix's global digital talent strategy across 40 nations. Additionally, he spearheaded the line HR department for 70,000 employees across 13 locations in India and the ASEAN region. He also started the automation and modernization of Concentrix's HR operation.
Leading newspapers, business journals, TV stations, and international conferences feature his opinions and perspectives. He has also received eight prestigious industry honours for his various contributions:
* ET Global India Leader (2022)
* Topmost HR Leaders (North India) - World HRD Congress (2022)
* Great People Manager Award - Great Manager Institute and Forbes India (2020)
* TA Pai Young HR Leader Award - People Business and Economic Times (2020)
* Great Manager Award - People Business and Economic Times (2019)
* Times Ascent Asia Pacific HRM Awards - HR Tech Projects of the Year (2019)
* ACEF Asian Awards for excellence in HR - HR Leader of the Year (2018)
* 100 Most Influential Tech HR Leaders - Individual Award (2018)
His formal qualifications include PGDM from Symbiosis and further study in Digital Transformation from Columbia Business School, Managerial & Leadership Effectiveness from IIMA, and Design Thinking & Innovation from Emeritus, Singapore. He is also a certified M&A Specialist from Aon Hewitt.
Saleel Panse
AVP – Global Talent Acquisition CoE
Sun Pharma
Saleel Panse
AVP – Global Talent Acquisition CoESun Pharma
Throughout a career spanning over two decades, Saleel has maintained a career path devoted to Talent Acquisition. He manages Global TA function for Sun Pharma which is the 4th largest speciality generics pharma company in the world and No. 1 Pharma company in India. For the past decade, he has been instrumental in the Talent Acquisition field within Fortune 100 American MNCs, holding key regional TA roles.
In his prior role, Saleel served as the Regional TA leader for South Asia, Middle East and Africa, at Mondelez. During this tenure, he oversaw the recruitment of over 1500 individuals across 12 countries, every year.
Prior to this role, he was Asia Pacific Cluster TA Leader at MSD Pharmaceuticals, where he managed talent acquisition for four countries and also led Employer Branding for APAC region.
In the initial phase of his career, he was associated with a boutique executive search firm for over a decade, where he advised senior leaders across healthcare, retail, and engineering sectors, facilitating critical career transitions.
Krishnan Unni
Chief Business officer and Head of GTM
Tekstac
Krishnan Unni
Chief Business officer and Head of GTMTekstac
Krishnan Unni fondly called as Unni heads the business at Tekstac. Unni has more than two decades of experiences in Sales, Business Development and Partnership roles across Microsoft, Dell, Capgemini etc.
In the last decade he has spent significant time with some of the prominent learning platforms like Pluralsight, Udemy, Coursera where he led sales and customer success roles for India and APAC.
At Tekstac, he is responsible in defining the go to market strategy and leading business. As part of his role, he focusses on building customer relationship, expanding into new geographies, hiring and mentoring sales team. Unni is based out of Bengaluru.
Priti Singh
Chief People Officer
Universal Sompo General Insurance
Priti Singh
Chief People OfficerUniversal Sompo General Insurance
Priti Singh is Chief People Officer at Universal Sompo General Insurance. She is a passionate people leader, who has led business transformations and enabled service, growth, and efficiency solutions across different industries.
She is recognized for driving high performance, HR Strategies for organizational effectiveness in rapidly evolving global businesses. Priti has successfully driven organization design, talent solutions, built capabilities and brought together world-class leadership teams including the culture change agenda spanning across Asia and North America.
At Universal Sompo, since August 2024 her focus has been on the achievement of business-wide strategic goals and performance through a comprehensive talent strategy touching all aspects of the employee lifecycle and organization design and development.
Her ardent areas of interest are philanthropy, technology, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Subhash Potturi
Vice President, Sales & Strategy
Ceipal
Subhash Potturi
Vice President, Sales & StrategyCeipal
Subhash is the Vice President – Sales, Strategy & Operations. He is driving Ceipal to evolve into the Global market segment leader in the HCM solutions space. Full of enterprising spirit, Subhash is inculcating the same spirit within his team and moulding them into future go-getters. Shouldering the responsibility of taking Ceipal to the next level, the team under his tutelage is taking the challenge head-on.
Subhash has a wealth of diverse industry experiences starting with the Corporate Sales & Marketing departments of Bharti Airtel, India’s largest Telecom giant, as part of their coveted “Young Leaders” program. He then worked as the Business Head of MySmartprice.com, an e-commerce startup in the price comparison space. Moving onto the hospitality industry, Subhash worked with OYO Rooms, India’s largest chain of branded hotels, to help them setup their Flagship Hotels Business from scratch.
Born and raised in Hyderabad, India, Subhash went on to complete his undergrad from the prestigious IIT (Indian Institute of Technology), Kharagpur. Adding management expertise to his engineering aptitude, he completed his MBA from the country’s most illustrious management institute, IIM Ahmedabad.
Abhay Srivastava
CHRO
IKS Health
Abhay Srivastava
CHROIKS Health
Abhay is responsible for leading the People strategy for IKS Health globally. He plays an instrumental role in cultivating a high-performance culture by ensuring alignment between talent initiatives and business objectives.
With over three decades of experience in human capital management, Abhay has successfully led numerous large-scale organizational and leadership transformations, consistently driving significant impact and growth.
He holds a Master’s degree in History from Delhi University, and a postgraduate degree in Human Resources from the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management.
Kalappa KB
Chief People officer
Chai Point (Mountain Trail Foods)
Kalappa KB
Chief People officerChai Point (Mountain Trail Foods)
Kalappa K.B is a seasoned HR leader with over two decades of experience in strategic human resource management across healthcare, hospitality, and F&B sectors. Currently the Chief People Officer at Mountain Trail Foods (Chai Point), he specialises in aligning people strategy with business growth. His expertise spans talent acquisition, employee engagement, HR tech, diversity & inclusion, and change management. Kalappa has previously led transformative HR initiatives at Aster DM Healthcare and Columbia Asia Hospitals. Known for his operational foresight and people-centric leadership, he is passionate about driving organisational excellence through inclusive and future-ready HR practices.
Pravesh Dudani
Founder & Chancellor, Medhavi Skills University &
Founder & Director, Medhavi Foundation & Medhavi Aspire
Pravesh Dudani
Founder & Chancellor, Medhavi Skills University &Founder & Director, Medhavi Foundation & Medhavi Aspire
Mr. Pravesh Dudani, Founder and Chancellor of Medhavi Skills University (MSU), Sikkim, is a visionary leader in the field of higher education and skill development. With an unwavering commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry, he has dedicated his life to creating opportunities that enhance employability and empower the Indian Youth.
An accomplished alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, qualified with B.Tech & M.Tech in Electronics & Electrical Communications along with business education from Stanford University, Mr. Dudani brings over 16 years of deep expertise in the education and skilling domains.
In 2012, Mr. Dudani founded the Medhavi Foundation to empower the rural and underprivileged youths with relevant Skills Education and further went on to partner with NSDC and various state skill missions. He also serves on the board of NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) as an Advisor and contributes to furthering the Skill India mission in aligning education and skilling with National Education Policy 2020 and the National Credit Framework (NCrF).
Building on his vision, Mr. Dudani established Medhavi Skills University in 2021, a trailblazer in industry-aligned, skill-based higher education. Under Mr. Dudani’s leadership, MSU is redefining higher education through its Work Integrated Skill-based Education (WISE) model, which integrates on-the-job training and real-time industry projects into academic programs and provides students with invaluable hands-on experience, transforming the way education and skilling is delivered in India.
Recognized as a thought leader and disrupter in the Education sector, Mr. Dudani has received numerous accolades for his contributions. He was recently honoured with the National Social Impact Award for Individual Philanthropy by CSR Universe for his work in the skilling ecosystem and the upliftment of rural youth. Mr. Dudani has also been acknowledged as one of the Best Education Leaders of 2024 by Tradeflock and received the India's Greatest Education Leaders 2023-24 Award from AsiaOne Magazine.
Poonam Yadav
Group Head Talent Staffing
Aditya Birla Group
Bishnu Nepak
Chief Revenue Officer
ETS Assessment Services
Bishnu Nepak
Chief Revenue OfficerETS Assessment Services
With over 20 years of leadership across the intersection of technology, talent, and transformation, Bishnu Nepak currently serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at ETS Assessment Services. In his role, he leads the organization’s next-generation, cloud-enabled talent assessment business—championing scalable, sustainable revenue models and empowering cross-functional teams to help enterprises future-proof their workforce strategies in a rapidly digitizing world.
Prior to ETS, Bishnu held senior leadership positions at Microsoft, where he drove cloud and learning solutions that powered digital transformation for Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, and public sector initiatives—including Smart City and national upskilling programs.
Bishnu's professional journey also includes impactful tenures at Gartner, NIIT, and Avaya, where he led enterprise sales, strategic planning, and large-scale customer engagement initiatives. His ability to translate complex technologies into actionable business outcomes has made him a trusted partner to CHROs and CXOs alike.
Sayantani Dutta
Chief of Human Resources & Administration
Bajaj Housing Finance
Sayantani Dutta
Chief of Human Resources & AdministrationBajaj Housing Finance
Sayantani joined Bajaj Housing Finance as the Chief of Human Resources and Administration in the year 2024. She is a versatile HR professional with 20+ years of experience in world-class organisations. In her role, she partners with businesses to steer the company’s people agenda.
Sayantani has over 20 years of experience across prominent organizations like Kotak Mahindra Bank, Vodafone Idea Limited, GE Capital, and Walmart. Her expertise spans Human Resources and Organizational Development, with a focus on talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention across Financial Services, Telecom, and Retail sectors.
Sayantani has previously worked with Kotak Mahindra Bank. She holds an MBA in HR from XIMB, Bhubaneshwar.
Pallav Popli
Chief Revenue Officer & Employee Engagement Evangelist
Vantage Circle
Pallav Popli
Chief Revenue Officer & Employee Engagement EvangelistVantage Circle
Pallav is a distinguished leader with nearly two decades of expertise in industries like HCM, SaaS/PaaS, HR outsourcing, and recognition and rewards. His deep knowledge in HR technology, Rewards and Recognition programs makes him a sought-after speaker in the HR space. With a strong foundation in consulting, recognition strategy, and HR solutions, Pallav is known for simplifying complex products and translating them into actionable insights for entrepreneurs, HR leaders and professionals.
His ability to demystify HR technologies, particularly in the recognition and rewards domain, empowers organizations to optimize their HR strategy and boost workforce engagement. Pallav’s extensive experience, combined with his impactful skills, makes him a valuable voice at industry events. He highlights how cutting-edge technologies, and strategic frameworks can streamline HR processes and elevate employee recognition initiatives. Don’t miss the chance to hear from this industry visionary, register now for #SHRMTECH25 and gain valuable insights into HR technology and engagement!
Sarika Pradhan
CHRO & Vice President HR
CGI APAC
Sarika Pradhan
CHRO & Vice President HRCGI APAC
A passionate and strategic leader who drives talent and change management initiatives across Asia-Pacific for CGI, Sarika oversees the HR operations and policies aligned to the company’s vision, values and goals, for more than 21,000 employees.
She leads organization development, employee engagement, leadership development, POSH, and DE&I programs, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and holistic wellness.
With her extensive experience of more than 25 years in the field of human resources and a demonstrated history of working in the manufacturing, consulting, IT and service industries, she designs and implements innovative and effective solutions to enhance performance, productivity and retention.
Certified in building resilience, next generation CHRO, and KF Leadership and 360 blended assessment she is an expert in the fields of Largescale Change Management, DE&I, and Strategic Human Resource Planning.
She holds a post graduate diploma in Human Resources and Finance from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar and is also a yoga practitioner turned coach believing in the ‘Power of Positivity’ who loves to share her knowledge and techniques on it for total wellness.
Pooja Minocha
Vice President & CHRO
Bata India
Pooja Minocha
Vice President & CHROBata India
Pooja is the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Bata India. She is renowned HR professional with 2 decades of expertise in Global Human Resource Management in diverse multinational companies and in multi-geographies with specialization in Strategic HR, Organization Capability Development, Employee Communication, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Business Partnership.
A people science evangelist, an entrepreneur by heart, employer branding, culture and capability building are her forte. Her work revolves around organization transformation through the fabric of its leadership by architecting differentiated talent models. At the core of her efforts is an intent to ride the “Future of Work” wave and foster a culture of engagement, agility and innovation.
A postgraduate in HR, Pooja is a behavioral training coach and has certification in psychometric assessments for DiSC and Devine Inventory. Pooja was also a Founder and Partner with CHRO nexus, a boutique HR consulting company in Strategic HR, Rewards and Talent Management areas. Pooja’s corporate stint involved working in several industries like Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, Telecom and BPO both in MNC and Indian companies like Merck/MSD, Advanz Pharma, AXA, IBM, and Reliance and helped her organizations deliver best-in-class and innovative HR Programs.
Pooja is a visiting faculty in management institutes teaching and upskilling young talent in the human resources domain and partners with NGOs to support the education of underprivileged children. She is an enthusiast who loves biographies, being a full-time mother and advocating creativity in every walk of life.
Renu Vijayanand
CHRO
TIAA, India
Renu Vijayanand
CHROTIAA, India
Renu is an accomplished Human Resources Leader with extensive experience in global organizations across Banking, Financial Services, and Technology sectors. She currently serves as the Chief human resources officer at TIAA, India.
Renu has a proven expertise in enabling global teams to shape and execute human capital strategies aligned with organizational goals, covering areas such as strategic workforce planning, organization design, talent development, engagement, performance management, and total rewards.
Recognized for leading transformational people agendas across multiple organizations, fostering future-ready, high-impact operating teams, she is a trusted partner and consultative collaborator to senior stakeholders, with a strong reputation for building highly engaged and high-performing teams.
Renu is a strategic thought leader with exceptional execution capabilities, known for applying a business-centric lens to people management and delivering distinctive, innovative solutions that drive organizational success.
Harjeet Khanduja
Senior Vice President, HR
Reliance Jio
Harjeet Khanduja
Senior Vice President, HRReliance Jio
Harjeet’s experience spans a range of industry sectors that include Automotive, Pharma, IT-ITES, Telecom, and Retail. He is currently working as Senior Vice President HR at Reliance Jio.He has worked with Business Houses like Tata, Reliance and Piramal.. Harjeet is an international speaker, author, poet, visionary, influencer and a HR Leader.
He is an alumnus of IIT Roorkee and INSEAD. Harjeet is a Thomson Medalist from IIT Roorkee and has completed his management education from INSEAD. Harjeet is a certified practitioner of SAP HCM, 6 Sigma, Executive Coaching, OKRs, Design Thinking, Predictive Index, Tata Business Excellence Model, ISO 9000, ISO 27000, Insights wheel, HIPAA, Value Engineering, Kaizen and 5S. Harjeet has 4 published patents.
He has been conferred with HR Leadership Award, Pride of Nation Award, HR personality of the year, LinkedIn power profile, Global Learning Award, Global Digital Ambassador, Top 100 HR Minds, Top 100 Global Thought Leaders, SHRM Top 50 HR Social Media Influencers, ET Top 20 HR Influencers and Top 50 HR Tech Leaders. Harjeet has been featured in a book "Heroes amongst us" by Dr. Amit Nagpal.
Harjeet has been associated with various NGOs like Council of Technical Scholars, Anuthi (NGO focused on education of disabled). Harjeet is a TEDx speaker and speaks on variety of topics including HR, Leadership, Technology, Decision making and Entrepreneurship.
Saumya Mondal
Global Head HR- Optical Networking Business
Sterlite Technologies
Saumya Mondal
Global Head HR- Optical Networking BusinessSterlite Technologies
Saumya Mondal is currently the Global Head of Human Resources for the Optical Networking Business at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL). In this role, he oversees HR strategy and operations across multiple geographies, focusing on talent transformation, enhancing people productivity, and fostering a culture of innovation. Sterlite Technologies Limited is a global leader in optical and digital network solutions, committed to innovation and inclusion on a global scale
Prior to joining STL, Saumya held several significant HR leadership positions. He was the Vice President Human Resources at AAK, where he drove HR integration, talent management, and digital transformation. Head – People Office Operations and Head – Talent Acquisition at Future Consumer Limited and Future Group India. Group Head Human Resources at Gitanjali Gems Ltd, managing domestic and international HR functions and many key HR roles at Sahara India, Essar Oil, and Essar Group, focusing on M&A, strategic workforce planning, and corporate policy development
Saumya began his career with HR positions at Jindal Stainless and Essar Steel, gaining exposure to the manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Anjul Pratyush
Co-Founder & CEO
Think Talent Services
Anjul Pratyush
Co-Founder & CEOThink Talent Services
Anjul Pratyush is a seasoned professional with around 18 years of extensive experience in the field of HR and talent management. Since last two decades he has been working extensively in delivering digital focused Talent Management solutions
Anjul is the Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Think Talent Services. He has been instrumental in spearheading the company's mission to digitize and streamline talent management processes for HR teams worldwide.
Prior to his role at Think Talent Services, Anjul served as the Chief Executive Officer of Elemetrik, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Think Careers Private Limited. Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Anjul’s last corporate stint was as HR Manager, Singapore at Nokia where he provided strategic HR support to Sales and Marketing teams in the South-East Asia Pacific region.
Anjul currently conducts mid to senior-level assessments at Think Talent. Additionally, he actively contributes to designing learning journeys and interventions customized to the specific requirements of key clients.
Anjul holds an MBA in Human Resources from XLRI Jamshedpur. He is also a NEWS certified coach.
Mahesh Joshi
HR Director & Chief Human Resources Officer
Honeywell Automation India
Mahesh Joshi
HR Director & Chief Human Resources OfficerHoneywell Automation India
Mahesh Joshi is the Director of Human Resources at Honeywell Automation India Limited. In this role, he oversees HR strategy and operations, ensuring alignment with the company's goals and fostering a productive work environment. He is instrumental in driving HR initiatives that support the company's growth and innovation.
Mahesh's contributions have significantly impacted Honeywell's ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent, ensuring the company's continued success in the competitive market. His leadership has been pivotal in managing HR functions across multiple regions, including APAC.
His expertise spans compensation and benefits, HR integration, and strategic workforce planning. Mahesh has a rich career history, having held various HR leadership positions at companies such as Dana, Abbott India, and Toughalt India.
Joseph Fernandes
Senior Vice President, People & Capability
Mastercard, South Asia
Joseph Fernandes
Senior Vice President, People & CapabilityMastercard, South Asia
Joseph Fernandes is a seasoned HR leader with over 20 years of experience across multiple facets of human resources. His career has been marked by a commitment to creating sustainable and innovative organizations, with a focus on continuous learning and embracing change.
Currently, Joseph serves as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Mastercard South Asia, where he leads the HR strategy, transformation initiatives, and inclusion and belonging efforts.
Previously, he held leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, HSBC Software Development India, and Tata Technologies
Ankur Gupta
Vice President- Marketing
Skillsoft
Ankur Gupta
Vice President- MarketingSkillsoft
Ankur Gupta is currently working as a Vice President of Marketing at Skillsoft and has been part of the company for over 19 years. In his current role, he is responsible for managing regional field marketing, demand generation, business development, brand management as well as Marketing Center of Excellence. Prior to Skillsoft, Ankur had worked on marketing and consulting assignments with Fiorano Software, IDC, AMCON and PwC. Ankur is also a fitness and health enthusiast, an active runner from last 8 years.
Nidhi Dhanju
Head Human Resources
Michelin India
Nidhi Dhanju
Head Human ResourcesMichelin India
Nidhi currently heads HR for Michelin India. Her core areas of work are in various facets of Human Resources and includes institutionalization of Leadership Assessments and Development, Succession planning, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Recruitments, Executive Mentoring and Compensation and Benefits frameworks.
Nidhi’s professional journey started as a Human Resource professional about 20 years ago in the United States. She is an avid traveller with a passion for people and cultures.
Nidhi’s last assignment was with Praj Industries, a global leader in Biotechnology and Engineering space, where she was leading the entire gamut of People Practice function as the Group CHRO.
Prior to Praj, Nidhi was the Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness at Thermax where her role included Talent development and Succession Planning, Compensation and Benefits, HR systems, Senior and entry level talent acquisition. As part of the high potential program at Thermax, Nidhi rotated three roles playing leadership roles in Learning & Development, Business and Corporate HR.
Prior to Thermax, Nidhi was with Infosys where she was involved with building cultures of innovation, led the organization through change initiatives, extensively worked with the senior leadership to institutionalize long term interventions and developed an award-winning leadership platform at Infosys Pune.
She brings with her global perspective and experience, having worked with 3M and PDI in the US and studied in the United States for several years.
She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology and economics from Lady Sri Ram College, Delhi in the year 2000 and a PhD in Human Resource Development from the University of Minnesota, USA in 2006.She is married to a Data Scientist with two teenage children. Nidhi enjoys trekking and travelling to new places and loves spending time with family and friends.
Megha Goel
Chief Human Resources Officer
Godrej Properties
Megha Goel
Chief Human Resources OfficerGodrej Properties
With over 16 years of experience in human resources, Megha Goel brings both strategic insight and a people-first approach to her role as Chief Human Resources Officer at Godrej Properties.
Since joining the Godrej Group in 2014, she has led HR functions across various group companies, helping shape progressive workplaces where people can thrive. Her prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan India, Britannia Industries, and Akzo Nobel Coatings, giving her a rich cross-industry perspective.
A chemical engineer by training, Megha transitioned into HR after earning her MBA from Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Pune. Her ability to blend analytical thinking with empathy has been a hallmark of her leadership style.
She’s also a sought-after speaker at industry forums, where she shares her views on leadership, inclusion, and the future of work. Outside the boardroom, Megha enjoys swimming, exploring new places, and quality time with her 11-year-old son.
Dr. Dinesh Kumar Murugesan
Vice President – GES HR & GCC Head
DSM-Firmenich
Dr. Dinesh Kumar Murugesan
Vice President – GES HR & GCC HeadDSM-Firmenich
Dr. Dinesh Murugesan has an experience of over 2 decades, he has a diverse experience across all specialized areas within HR. Dinesh had worked in Companies like TCS, Deloitte and Bank of America before his stint in DSM. He currently works as Vice President – GES HR and GCC Head in DSM-Firmenich.
Well known for his oratory skills he speaks in various forums and conclaves. Dr. Dinesh is very passionate about contributing to the society. He has organized several events for differently able people like a cricket match for the blind people. He has also adopted a home where over 300 differently abled people are taken care.
He teaches in various management institutions and trains their students in their curriculum. Dr. Dinesh is also a well-known Executive Coach. He has coached several senior leaders from different organizations across different industry sectors. Using sports techniques to provide management and leadership lessons are his specialties.
Dr. Dinesh is a recipient of several awards in his career. ‘The Best HR Leadership Award’ given by SHRI and Top HR Leaders Award granted by World HRD Congress. The prestigious HR Chanakya award by IKON. ‘101 Top HR Minds’ award from CHRO Asia. He is also the ‘Most Influential HR Leader’ in Telangana. Received the ‘CHRO of the Year’ award in the Corporate Guru World Summit and Awards. Selected as one of the ‘Most Powerful Leaders in Asia’ by Forbes India for the year 2022.
He is the Charter President of ‘Rotary Club of Royal IKON’. Through this group he has led several projects making an impact on society. He is also the Vice President of National Human Rights Protection Council of Telangana.
Dr. Dinesh has a Doctorate (PhD) in Human Resource Excellence from University of Entrepreneurship and Technology, Chicago, USA in the field of HR Management. He is also an MBA in Human Resource Management and holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science.
Karan Jain
Founder
HROne
Karan Jain
FounderHROne
Karan Jain is the founder of HROne, one of India’s most trusted HR tech SaaS companies. At the heart of HROne is a bold promise: to deliver the simplest HR software for the most complex operations. Karan’s mission? To help HR leaders stop fighting their tools and start building great workplaces.
Since founding HROne, Karan has led it from an ambitious startup to a category-defining platform that serves over 2000 businesses and 10 lakh users. Its flagship innovation-One AI-is India’s first execution-first HR AI suite, enabling HRs to get things done instantly via chat, voice, and smart task agents.
With over $8 million in funding, Karan continues to push the envelope on what HR tech can do—turning friction-filled HR workflows into seamless, high-impact experiences for growing organizations. As a founder, he’s not just building tech-he’s building trust. With HR leaders, with clients, and with anyone striving to make work better. His north star? Helping individuals and organizations hit their goals-faster, and with more ease.
When he’s not leading product and strategy, you’ll find him deep in conversation with industry leaders-sharing his thoughts on technology, business transformation, work-life balance, and why the employee experience deserves center stage. In recognition of his work, The Economic Times named Karan Jain a "Young Tech Entrepreneur" at the Your Industry Leaders Awards-a nod to his relentless drive to simplify, humanize, and modernize the workplace.
Puja Kapoor
Head, Human Potential
Hero FinCorp
Puja Kapoor
Head, Human PotentialHero FinCorp
Puja is an accomplished executive HR leader with over 24 years of experience in various global leadership roles. Puja is currently the Head of Human Potential at HeroFincorp. She is spearheading transformation and focusing on experience through change management and culture building.
Throughout her career, Puja has been dedicated to driving business growth and scalability. Puja's expertise spans across renowned organizations such as OLX, Tesco (dunnhumby), Evalueserve, Google, and Sapient, where she has played pivotal roles in cultural transformations and digital reimagination.
In recent years, Puja has focused on building and scaling global businesses across multiple countries, as well as integrating businesses through mergers and acquisitions. She has a proven track record of crafting talent strategies that drive growth while ensuring sustainability.
Additionally, Puja has been a driving force in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, both within the companies she's worked with and in the broader community.
Puja's contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the "50 Most Influential HR Tech Leaders 2015" by World HRD Congress and the Women HR Leadership award by Maneka Gandhi, organized by ObserveNow.
Passionate about fostering a culture of transparency, inclusivity, and trust, Puja approaches her work with a continuous learning mindset, always striving to evolve and make a positive impact.
Aman Gupta
CHRO
Tata Communications
Aman Gupta
CHROTata Communications
Aman Gupta is a seasoned HR leader with extensive experience in driving organizational transformation, talent management, and employee engagement strategies. As the CHRO of Tata Communications, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s people agenda, aligning HR strategies with business objectives, and fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
His expertise lies in building agile, future-ready workforces and implementing cutting-edge HR practices to drive business growth.
Aman has held senior HR leadership positions in multinational organizations, showcasing a strong track record in managing large, diverse teams and delivering measurable business impact.
Aman believes in people-first leadership, emphasizing the importance of employee well-being, continuous learning, and fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and contribute to organizational success.
Aman is an MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or Organizational Development and hold certifications in leadership development, HR analytics, or other relevant areas.
Outside of work, Aman is passionate about mentoring young professionals, promoting sustainability initiatives, and staying updated on emerging trends in HR and technology.
Kushal Agarwal
Co-Founder & CMO
Xoxoday
Kushal Agarwal
Co-Founder & CMOXoxoday
Kushal is a travel enthusiast cum entrepreneur. He Co-founded Xoxoday at the age of 22. He briefly worked with Flipkart in India and with Bidco-Oil Refineries in Kenya. In his 10+ years of career, he has built, led, and advised multiple enterprise-led businesses on a global scale. He currently manages growth, strategy, and expansion at Xoxoday.
He loves to travel and has experiences from 70+ countries. He represented India in a few rare expeditions viz. Mongol Rally (one of the longest car-drive in the world from London to Mongolia), The Great African Nile River Ride, and -40 Degrees Greenlandic Expedition.
Shillpa S Chabria
Director Human Resources - India, Middle East & Africa
The Lubrizol Corporation
Shillpa S Chabria
Director Human Resources - India, Middle East & AfricaThe Lubrizol Corporation
Shillpa S Chabria is responsible for Human Resources for the India Middle East and Africa Region at the Lubrizol Corporation. She sits on the Lubrizol IMEA leadership team. Shillpa is based out of Lubrizol’s Global Capability Center (GCC) in Pune, India while leading Human resources for the IMEA region. As the Director of Human Resources for India, Middle East and Africa at the Lubrizol Corporation, Shillpa, leverages her expertise in organizational development, transformation and change management to drive People and Culture initiatives that align with the company's overarching business objectives and the employee value proposition.
Shillpa leverages over 20 plus years of expertise in driving transformation and creating value for both individuals and organizations across a wide range of industries as a trusted HR Partner. Shillpa has played a key role in HR transformation, business partnering, workforce planning, and building people capabilities and culture. She has also led strategic HR projects and managed complex ethics investigations. Throughout her career, Shillpa has been involved in various acquisitions and divestments across different industries. As a leader, Shillpa is passionate about helping talent seize every opportunity while fostering innovation and excellence to achieve their dreams.
Shillpa has holds formal education in Business Administration & International Business majoring in Finance from Bangalore University and is also an Alumni of National University of Singapore Executive Education Program in Human Resources, Singapore. Shillpa is a certified 6S Green Belt and a certified 6S Sponsor. Prior to Lubrizol, Shillpa was associated with some of the organisations like Thyssenkrupp, Eaton in India, Cummins in India, PwC GDC and Dell International.
Sejal Haribhakti Mody
Chief Human Resources Officer
Akasa Air
Sejal Haribhakti Mody
Chief Human Resources OfficerAkasa Air
Sejal is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Akasa Air. She leads people functions in alignment with Akasa's employee-centric culture to develop a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization.
Sejal Mody is a seasoned Human Resources leader with over 20 years of cross-industry experience in FMCG, media, and consulting. She specializes in organizational transformation, talent strategy, and change management.
Sejal held leadership roles at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., where she led HR for Supply Chain, Legal, and ESG for South Asia, and played a pivotal role in HR initiatives at Disney Star. Additionally, Sejal has worked with McKinsey & Co. and Accenture, where she led global, cross-industry projects to drive organizational change.
She holds an MBA in Finance and Change Management from the Indian School of Business and a BBA Honors in Management Information Systems from Texas McCombs School of Business.
Prapti Roy
Managing Director – Human Capital
PwC India
Prapti Roy
Managing Director – Human CapitalPwC India
Prapti is a seasoned human resource professional with 18+ years of experience across different facets of HR. She is currently a Managing Director at PwC and is the Advisory Human Capital Leader for India.
Her diverse experience includes contribution in the areas of talent management, employee engagement, compensation modelling, HR due diligence for business mergers and integration projects, change management, transformation projects, performance management, leadership development and tech-enabled people solutions. She has participated in several global HR projects along with leaders from different countries. She has also championed projects that leverage technology to enhance people experience through human-led, tech-enabled platforms.
She was recognized at BW 40 under 40 HR Top HR in India for her contribution in the field of HR.
Nupin R Pillai
India Head - Product, Technology & Operations
Glider AI
Nupin R Pillai
India Head - Product, Technology & OperationsGlider AI
An entrepreneur at heart and a leader by instinct, he has spent a significant part of his career building innovative products and leading teams across enterprises and startups. For the past four years, he has been driving technology, product innovation, and operations at Glider AI.
Before Glider AI, his journey spanned diverse industries such as E-Commerce, Finance, Wealth Management, Supply Chain, and Healthcare. Having founded and built two startups, he joined Glider AI to develop technology and strategy that enables enterprises to find the best talent at scale across various roles.
Fuelled by a passion for solving complex challenges, he thrives on transforming ideas into impactful solutions, pushing the boundaries of innovation, and shaping the future—one bold step at a time.
Mark T Fernandes
Executive VP - HR & Head - OD, Employee Experience & DE&I
Kotak Life
Mark T Fernandes
Executive VP - HR & Head - OD, Employee Experience & DE&IKotak Life
Mark is a seasoned Organisation Development and Behavioural Science practitioner with 19 years of experience spanning Big-4 Management Consulting and corporate roles. He is currently, Executive VP - HR & Head - OD, Employee Experience & DE&I at Kotak Life
Recognized among Business World's Top 50 Future HR Leaders in India Under 50 (2025-2026), he specializes in driving organization strategies aligned with business goals across diverse workstreams, including Organisation Strategy and Design, Leadership and Succession Planning, Talent Management, Culture Change Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Coaching and Counselling, and Human Process Interventions.
An ICF-certified coach, Mark is currently advancing his training in Counselling and Psychotherapy under CASP, Mumbai. He also consults as a behavioral therapist, leveraging frameworks such as CBT, ACT, Psychodrama, Transaction Analysis, and Supportive Psychotherapy to support mental health and well-being.
In addition to his consulting work, Mark serves as an adjunct professor at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, where he teaches subjects related to Organisation Development, Organisational Behaviour, Human Process Interventions, and Mental Health & Counselling.
Outside of his professional commitments, Mark is a distance runner and kickboxing enthusiast. He also freelances for national publications, covering topics such as business, travel, art/culture, and socio-political issues, while pursuing his interests in travel and photography.
R. Giridharan
Chief General Manager
Reserve Bank of India
R. Giridharan
Chief General ManagerReserve Bank of India
Shri R. Giridharan is currently serving as the Chief General Manager at the Reserve Bank of India, where he oversees learning and development, mentoring, and counseling functions.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, Mr. Giridharan is a multifaceted individual known for his creative pursuits as a cricket commentator, voice over and dubbing artist.
Additionally, Mr. Giridharan contributes as a soft skill trainer at prestigious B-Schools on various subjects. He has also contributed numerous articles on diverse topics such as Reverse Mentoring, Empathy, Mergers, and Emotional Intelligence.
Anil Nair
COE Lead - Talent Management & Organizational L&D
Zydus Group
Anil Nair
COE Lead - Talent Management & Organizational L&DZydus Group
Anil Nair leads the Centre of Excellence for Talent Management and Organizational development of more than 27000 people for a pharma conglomerate Zydus Lifesciences based at Ahmedabad. In his career span, he has spent most of his tenure in building and upskilling talent.
He has been instrumental in establishing and leading processes related to leadership development, career progression of talent, succession planning and building and creating avenues for continuous skill building of people.
He brings along an attitude of openness to new ideas and technology. Apart from pursuing his passion into people building, he has also been a key speaker and panel member in multiple large forums that deliberate on organizational development areas. He is a strong proponent of respecting diversity, demonstrating equity and celebrating inclusiveness.
By qualification, he is a bachelor’s in science and master’s in human resources, pursuing his doctorate in human capital management and avidly learning to be a certified Brain based coach centred around NeuroLeadership. Mr. Nair comes with a whiff of fresh air and a blend of creativity and knowledge.
Samir Gaikwad
Head-HR & Administration
Bisleri
Samir Gaikwad
Head-HR & AdministrationBisleri
Samir Gaikwad spearheads the Human Resources & Admin Function at Bisleri International. His experience is diverse and spans over wide range of sectors and geographies, having worked with prominent names like HDFC, Pfizer & Glenmark. As a maestro of Talent Management, he is known for bringing out the best in every employee and orchestrating high-performing and diverse teams.
In the organisation, Samir is the architect behind an inclusive and conducive work culture that values its people and empowers them to contribute towards the company's strategic goals.
Championing over 6000 employees across 16 manufacturing sites, and a 4,500-people-strong logistics fleet, Samir has been instrumental in shaping Bisleri International's HR vision for the next five years. He envisaged the Bisleri Learning Academy the company very own E-Learning, management platform, and steered the company to optimise employee lifecycle by harnessing HR Technology.
An astute business strategist, Samir has played a crucial role in creating sales structures and keeping manpower cost pressure on sales turnover low through various people-oriented initiatives. As an avid employee advocate, Samir is an excellent custodian for aligning the professional aspirations of Bisleri International's teams with its economic and fiscal vision.
His commitment to learning and development has inspired others in the organisation, fostering a culture of curiosity and growth. Apart from being named as the Top 40 HR Professionals in the country in the year 2023, he has numerous accolades including the Most Innovative HR Practices by NHRD, HR Thought leaders by World HRD Congress.
Sriram Iyer
Director & Business Head
TeamLease Digital Global
Sriram Iyer
Director & Business HeadTeamLease Digital Global
Sriram Iyer is a seasoned specialist in Human Resources Management. He uniquely combines his deep understanding of HR with a profound knowledge of Business and technology.
As the Director and Business Head of TeamLease Digital Global, Sriram is responsible for driving TeamLease Digital's international business growth.
With over 25 years of practitioner and teaching experience, Sriram has demonstrated his proficiency by spearheading intricate cross-border talent initiatives for large corporations such as Cognizant and Singtel Group that span various geographies, business units, and technology segments.
In 2018, he founded hrtech, a Singapore-headquartered HR Technology Analyst Firm. In Feb 2025, hrtech was acquired TeamLease Digital.
He is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach, Senior Professional (SP) accredited by the Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP), Senior Certified Professional (SCP) designation from SHRM and an Executive MBA from NUS Business School(Class Ambassador).
In recognition of this passionate advocacy, for two consecutive years (2023 & 2024), Sriram Iyer has been featured in the prestigious The Economic Times’ ETHRWorld Southeast Asia’s “The HR Influencers List”.
He is a Senior Lecturer (Adjunct) at NUS Business School. His other adjunct faculty roles include Korn Ferry Academy in Singapore, XLRI in India, and SP Jain School of Global Management in Dubai.
Lokesh Gupta
Vice President-Product
greytHR
Lokesh Gupta
Vice President-ProductgreytHR
Mr. Lokesh Gupta is VP, of Product Management at GreytHR software private limited, Bengaluru.
Before GreytHR he was Sr. Director at Plex Systems Inc. USA (acquired by Rockwell automation). He was an executive board member for Plex, India, and led Platform Product management product teams across the US and India.
He was instrumental in setting up Plex's India operations. Before the Plex role, he co-founded and served as CTO of Dattus Inc. and Head of Dattus Private Limited, India. Dattus was an Industrial IoT startup headquartered in Indianapolis USA which was acquired by Plex Systems in July 2018.
Lokesh has 15+ years of experience in Product Management, B2B SaaS, Industrial automation, the Internet of things, Big data analytics, and the cloud.
He has a Master's and Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Purdue University. He is also a Member of the Board of Studies at Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune. He has 3 granted patents and 10 international publications.
Jyoti Dadlani
Regional Manager
LinkedIn
Jyoti Dadlani
Regional Manager
Jyoti Dadlani is currently leading the Talent & Learning solutions business for the West region at LinkedIn, India. At LinkedIn Jyoti has also worked on blitzscaling the Search & Staffing business in the West Region as well as co-built the Inside sales team in India she has diverse experience in the financial services and Internet industry.
She has had the opportunity to work across roles in Research, Customer Success, Business Strategy and Sales & Account Management. Jyoti is passionate about problem solving and love exploring and implementing new ways of doing things.
Jyoti has also co- lead the APAC chapter for WISDOM ERG whose mission is to create a thriving community inclusive of employees from all stages of life.
Sakshee Sud
Director-Human Resources
Beiersdorf India
Sakshee Sud
Director-Human ResourcesBeiersdorf India
Sakshee Sud is a HR professional with rich experience of ~15 years across multiple sectors including BFSI, Pharma, IT, Telecom and most recently FMCG. She has worked in different domains in HR and currently serves as Director and Head of Human Resources at Beiersdorf (Home of Nivea, Eucerin, Hansaplast, La Prairie, Chantecaille).
She is adept at leading change and developing high performing teams that enable business results and has led cross cultural teams in APAC to execute people strategy. Her aim is to elevate employee experience and build an inclusive and high-performing future ready workforce.
She’s been recognized as Top HR100under40 leader and Top 24 DEI Leader.
An electronics engineer from NIT Surat she shifted gears and decided to get into management and completed her MBA in HR from SIBM, Pune.
On the personal front - She is an avid traveler who loves spending time with her son and her cat. She is also passionate about helping stray animals and dedicates her free time towards this cause.
Saurabh Nigam
Founder & CEO
ProGrowth People Solutions
Saurabh Nigam
Founder & CEOProGrowth People Solutions
A seasoned HR leader and strategist with more than two decades of experience in early-stage and high-growth organizations, Saurabh Nigam is a results-driven professional specializing in creating and executing strategic people practices that accelerate business growth.
As the Founder and CEO of ProGrowth People Solutions, Saurabh brings his extensive expertise to help organizations navigate complex HR challenges and build high-performing teams. Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice 2024 and one of the Top 25 Future HR Leaders of the Country by People Matters & DDI International, he consistently aligns HR strategies with overarching business objectives.
With a proven track record in optimizing organizational design, talent acquisition, performance management, and leadership development, Saurabh has worked, advised and consulted with numerous startups, mid-sized, and large organizations including Omidyar Network, Snapdeal and Aditya Birla Group.
He is also the author of "People Powered Startups: Building A Culture Of Collaboration, Innovation And High Performance," published by Penguin Random House, a comprehensive guide specifically for startups in India, providing actionable strategies to navigate unique HR challenges.
Sukanya Patwardhan
Vice President, Learning & Organizational Development
Jade Global Software
Sukanya Patwardhan
Vice President, Learning & Organizational DevelopmentJade Global Software
Ms. Sukanya Patwardhan is a distinguished Human Resource and Learning & Development leader, recognized for her innovative approach, strategic execution, and ability to collaborate across cultures with global senior leadership teams.
Currently serving as Vice President - Learning & Organizational Development at Jade Global Software Ltd., a Silicon Valley-based IT services company, she continues to shape leadership and organizational excellence
With over 30 years of experience in top global corporations including SKF Bearings, Cummins Ltd., IBM, and the Tata Group - she has held key leadership roles driving business impact. A gold medalist in Human Resource Management from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, she also holds a Master's in Sustainability Leadership from Cambridge University, U.K., achieved with distinction and commendation at the highest level.
Sukanya is a globally respected coach, having led executive development as a Practice Head at the Tata Global Leadership Development Centre and in her various leadership roles throughout her career journey. She has received numerous national and international accolades, including the Global Top Coach Award, Remarkable Working Women’s Award, and Global Leader Award in Diversity & Inclusion. She has been awarded prestigious fellowships and scholarships from the Department of Science & Technology, India, the Government of Japan, and Rotary International. A thought leader, she frequently speaks at international forums and has several publications to her credit.
Passionate about coaching, she specializes in career, performance, and life coaching, offering her services globally beyond her current job, leveraging advanced certifications in neuroscience and neuroplasticity. She actively contributes to societal well-being and empowers individuals to achieve transformational growth.
Her interests include reading, music, nature walks, and holistic well-being, embodying her commitment to lifelong learning and development.
Tanvi Choksi
CHRO
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India
Tanvi Choksi
CHROMahindra Holidays & Resorts India
As the Chief Human Resources Officer at Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd., Tanvi spearheads the people strategy for the organization. Her role encompasses creating a compelling employee experience, aligning business objectives with innovative HR solutions, and driving organizational growth through progressive talent management practices. Tanvi's dedication to excellence and her ability to build strong, effective teams make her an invaluable asset to Mahindra Holidays as the organization continues to grow and evolve.
With over two decades of experience, Tanvi brings deep expertise across diverse industries, including Automobile, Agriculture, Healthcare, FMCG, Real Estate, and Professional Services. She has successfully led key HR functions such as Organizational Design & Development, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, and HR Transformation.
Tanvi has held leadership positions at reputed organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Tata Motors, and Monsanto. In her previous role at JLL, she was responsible for shaping the people strategy across the Asia-Pacific region, partnering with the leadership to deliver growth and maintain industry leadership through innovative HR practices.
An MBA in Human Resources from Tata Institute of Social Sciences and a Bachelor of Management Studies in Finance from Mumbai University.
Savio Mario Fritz D’Souza
Head HR – India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka
Maersk
Savio Mario Fritz D’Souza
Head HR – India, Bangladesh & Sri LankaMaersk
Savio currently leads Human Resources for India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka Area at Maersk, following extensive experience leading a variety of leadership roles across India, Europe, Eurasia, the Middle East and Africa with The Coca-Cola Company based in India, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Leading teams across diverse markets, he is passionate about unlocking the potential of people to drive strong, sustainable business growth. Savio enjoys his role as a mentor and coach in the industry and serves as an advisor to start-ups and on a university board.
Divya Amarnath
Global Head - Leadership & Organization Development
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Divya Amarnath
Global Head - Leadership & Organization DevelopmentBosch Global Software Technologies
Divya Amarnath is a Leadership Development professional and Executive Coach with over 23 years of global corporate exposure. Prior to Bosch, she’s worked with organizations like Infosys, HSBC and The Oberoi Group. She helps leaders identify meaningful career goals and work towards realizing them. Her work as an independent coach supports NGO’s working with education.
She’s also a TEDx speaker and author of the Amazon Best Seller book – Unravel Relationship Algorithms.
Charusmitha Rao
Director-Global Talent Development, Asia Pacific & India
Akamai Technologies
Charusmitha Rao
Director-Global Talent Development, Asia Pacific & IndiaAkamai Technologies
Charusmitha Rao is a seasoned Talent, Learning, and Organizational Development professional with over two decades of experience. She is currently the Director - Global Talent Development function for Asia Pacific and India at Akamai Technologies, while also serving as a Talent Development Consultant and Executive Coach for the global functions.
Charusmitha was named to the prestigious HR 40 Under 40 list of gamechangers and innovators in India (2018), and more recently honored as a 'Next Generation Woman Leader' by Zinnov.
A recognized thought leader, she has driven global impact by designing and implementing human-centered frameworks that emphasize inclusion, social psychology, and whole-brained learning. Her work is rooted in a deep belief in making organizations more people-centric and future-ready.
She is also the co-founder of Coolture, a creative venture focused on making culture cool through art, storytelling, and experiential learning.
Beyond her professional achievements, Charusmitha is a proud mother to a six-year-old, an offbeat traveler, and an entrepreneur at heart—always exploring the intersection of creativity, culture, and leadership.
Mohini Palchowdhury
Global Head, People & Culture
Quantiphi
Mohini Palchowdhury
Global Head, People & CultureQuantiphi
Mohini Palchowdhury is Global Head, People & Culture at Quantiphi. Over the past 8 years, she has played a pivotal role in scaling People and Culture, from Quantiphi’s startup roots to global expansion, seamlessly integrating people, processes, and performance across diverse geographies. Her forward-thinking initiatives—sentiment analysis, data-driven performance frameworks, and values-based culture maps—have not only optimized workforce efficiency but also redefined the modern employee experience. Mohini spearheaded QWEEN (Quantiphi’s Women Education & Empowerment Network), a groundbreaking initiative that provides financial aid and mentorship to women in STEM, breaking barriers and fostering future leaders. Beyond corporate success, Mohini is an advocate for inclusion and empowerment. With over 15 years of strategic HR experience, Mohini is a passionate innovator, strategist, and cultural architect, honored with multiple industry accolades, including 40Under40 HR Leader and WHRD HR Excellence Award.
Saubhik Baral
Head of Global Sales & Marketing
TCS Chroma
Saubhik Baral
Head of Global Sales & MarketingTCS Chroma
22+ years of experience in Consulting, Project Management, Business Development and Product Engineering, AI/ML Driven Analytics Experience in Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Hi-Tech, Media & Entertainment and Engineering domains.
Experienced in SAP Project Management, Integration Management & Consulting Experienced in managing clients across United States, Europe and Asia Pacific Experience in Pre-Sales and Business Development across North America, UK, Europe & APAC
Mohsin Memon
Founder and CEO
Evivve
Mohsin Memon
Founder and CEOEvivve
Mohsin Memon is a global thought leader in game-based learning, behavioral science, and experiential leadership development. He is the founder of Evivve, a multiplayer simulation platform used in over 50 countries by organizations including PwC, Nestlé, Deloitte, and the United Nations.
With over 15 years of experience in designing transformative learning experiences, Mohsin’s work bridges neuroscience, systems thinking, and human development. His AFERR Model — a cognitive framework for behavior change — has been adopted by leadership teams, coaches, and facilitators to enable measurable transformation in individuals and organizations.
At the core of Mohsin’s work is the belief that people learn best when they’re engaged emotionally and behaviorally — not just intellectually. He regularly collaborates with global universities, L&D teams, and consulting partners to embed deep behavioral learning into corporate ecosystems.
As a speaker and facilitator, Mohsin brings stories, science, and strategy to life — helping audiences reimagine how we learn, lead, and grow.
Radhi Agarwal
Principal Product Lead
Microsoft
Radhi Agarwal
Principal Product LeadMicrosoft
Radhi Agarwal is a Principal Product Lead at Microsoft, where she leads strategic initiatives at the intersection of AI innovation and customer-centric product development. Radhi leads the customer engineering programs for India to help strategic customers and partners in region develop and deploy AI Agents using the M365 Copilot platform to drive business outcomes across multiple functions and domains and ensuring product roadmap reflects the insights and voice of the market.
She brings deep expertise in program management, customer success and business strategy, and is passionate about working with customers and help them translate complex technical challenges into impactful business outcomes through the power of AI. As a seasoned leader in the tech and customer experience, she has worked on the zero to one journey of several SaaS offerings in enterprise productivity space.
Shaakun Khanna
Senior Advisor & Head - Leadership & HR Transformation
SHRM
Shaakun Khanna
Senior Advisor & Head - Leadership & HR TransformationSHRM
Shaakun Khanna is Advisor on Board with SHRM and specializes in HR Transformation, SkillsBased Organizations, Employee Experience, Talent Management, and HR Technology. With 25 years of comprehensive experience across India, APAC, and the Middle East, he has built a solid reputation in HR consulting, technology transformation, and strategy development, particularly within industries such as IT, professional services, consumer electronics, and banking.
In his recent role as Vice President and Head of HCM strategy and transformation for Oracle Corporation in Asia Pacific, Shaakun managed ecosystems to successfully implement Oracle Human Capital Management and other SaaS solutions, while cultivating relationships with key executives. Previously, as Head of HCM Strategy & Transformation, he led numerous HR transformation projects, securing key deals and enhancing Oracle’s market presence. His leadership at Right Management India as Country Head involved managing talent management initiatives and overseeing the country’s P&L.
Shaakun also served as Country Head at IBM Kenexa, where he built a significant consulting business and led projects focused on employee engagement and leadership assessment. Earlier in his career, he established the 'Strengths-Based Leadership Development' practice at Gallup Consulting and engaged with high-stakes clients like Microsoft and Tata Group.
Shaakun holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from Delhi University. He is a Certified Strength Performance Executive Coach and is pursuing ICF Coach Certification. Additionally, he is certified in the Gallup Q12 Employee Engagement Model. With a proven track record of driving organizational effectiveness through innovative, technology-driven solutions, Shaakun is well-equipped to partner with organizations in their HR transformation journeys
Pratima Gupta
Head Human Resources, India
Sequoia
Pratima Gupta
Head Human Resources, IndiaSequoia
With over two decades of experience, Pratima Gupta stands out as a visionary leader in Talent Management Solutions and serves as the Head HR for Sequoia India. Her strategic acumen and innovative mindset have driven high-impact projects, from Expert and Leadership Development to Performance Management transformation, nurturing a culture of innovation at India R&D Labs.
In her previous long stint as AVP HR Head at Huawei India, Pratima showcased exceptional leadership by overseeing HR strategies for a workforce exceeding 1,200 members. Her skill at navigating complex organizational dynamics and implementing effective HR initiatives significantly enhanced operational efficiency and employee engagement.
Pratima's journey is a testament to her unique blend of technical and human resource expertise. An engineer by education and an HR professional by passion, she has seamlessly integrated her knowledge in Talent Management, HRBP Leadership, Knowledge Management, and Software Engineering to drive organizational success. Her contributions have been widely recognized, earning her prestigious accolades such as Huawei's Excellent HR Award. She has also been celebrated among Asia's 50 Most Influential HR Tech Leaders, India's 100 Most Professional HR Leaders, and as an International Super Women Achiever in 2016 by the World HRD Congress.
Pratima's leadership philosophy is deeply rooted in values-based principles. She believes that humility, simplicity, togetherness, and enthusiasm are the cornerstones of a strong team foundation. Her commitment to these values, coupled with her relentless pursuit of excellence, makes her an invaluable leader to any organization.
In every role she has undertaken, Pratima has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive change, inspire teams, and deliver outstanding results. Her dynamic leadership and unwavering dedication to her profession continue to set her apart as a trailblazer in the field of HR and Talent Management.
SHRM India Advisory Council
Richard Rekhy
Vice Chair, Grant Thornton Bharat & Former CEO, KPMG in India
Pranjal Sharma
Economic Analyst, Advisor & Author
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Rajeev Gupta
Founder
Arpwood Financial Group
Rajeev Gupta
FounderArpwood Financial Group
Rajeev Gupta (b 1958) founded Arpwood Financial Group in 2012, comprising an M&A investment bank (Arpwood Capital Ltd) and a mid-market PE buyouts firm (Arpwood Partners). Prior to setting up Arpwood, he was a global partner at The Carlyle Group, and before that the Joint Managing Director of DSP Merrill Lynch Ltd.
He has an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad (1982) and a B.Tech from IIT BHU (1980).
Arpwood Capital, an M&A investment bank, has consistently ranked among the top 5 M&A advisors in India.
Arpwood Partners is a mid-market buy-out private equity firm, with partners who have three decades investing experience with large global buyout Funds.
Karunesh Prasad
Founder & CEO
Board Match-Up
Karunesh Prasad
Founder & CEOBoard Match-Up
Karunesh (KP) is an accomplished HR and Change Management professional with a distinguished career spanning corporate leadership, governance, and entrepreneurship. As the Founder of Change Et Al (a boutique change mgt consulting), Board Match-Up (platform for c suite executives), and Bridge Et Al (a talent platform for change professionals), he drives transformative solutions in change and transformation. KP is passionate about the topic of Flex Executive economy helping people transition to board and advisory roles. He is also a Co-Founder at FayrEdge, leveraging his passion for technology through customer and employee experience.
With extensive global experience, KP has held pivotal roles in top-tier organizations, including Global Head – Post Merger Integration (M&A) at GE Energy, where he led complex cross-border mergers and acquisitions. As Global Quality & Simplification Head at GE, he optimized processes for efficiency, and as Head of HR (CHRO) at GE and RPG Enterprises, he shaped people strategies and cultural evolution.
A Senior Accredited Director with the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID), KP serves on the NRC Committee at SID and brings governance expertise honed through the International Directors Program at INSEAD. His boardroom acumen complements his operational leadership, ensuring holistic organizational impact.
Having lived and worked across India, Singapore, Belgium, Germany, and the USA, KP combines a multicultural perspective with deep expertise in HR, M&A, and transformational change. His mission remains clear: to bridge gaps, enable sustainable growth, and empower leaders and organizations worldwide.
Karan Singh
Magician & Mentalist
Karan Singh
Magician & Mentalist
Karan Singh, professionally known as Karan Singh Magic, is a trailblazing Indian magician and mentalist who has captivated audiences worldwide.
With a commanding presence across social media, boasting over 800K followers, Karan seamlessly blends psychology, illusion, and audience interaction to create an unparalleled entertainment experience. Recognized as a “Modern-Day Wizard” by The New York Times and hailed as “The Mentalist Who Found Out Shah Rukh Khan’s ATM Pin” by GQ India, he has redefined the boundaries of logical reasoning and performance art in India.
Karan’s influence extends beyond borders. His critically acclaimed performance at the prestigious Adelaide Fringe Festival in 2023 solidified his global footprint. Now, he is set to feature alongside the legendary David Blaine in Do Not Attempt, a groundbreaking global exploration of extraordinary magic.
With over 15 years in the entertainment industry, Karan has performed independently for more than a decade, drawing crowds of 300-500 per city. His journey into magic began at a summer camp in Tirthan, near Kullu-Manali, where he learned his first tricks from esteemed magician Ishammudin Khan.
His first-ever performance, a farewell event for 12th graders, was the spark that ignited his lifelong passion. From performing at children's birthday parties to a residency at the renowned Raasta Club in New Delhi, Karan relentlessly pushed the boundaries of mentalism, challenging the perception that magic was meant only for children.
To further hone his craft, Karan took professional training and pursued a course in theatre from the Mountainview Academy of Theatre Arts in Peckham, South London, England. This experience enriched his stage presence, storytelling, and performance techniques, enabling him to seamlessly blend theatricality with mentalism, making each of his shows a mesmerizing experience.
His breakthrough moment arrived with Karan Singh Magic: Saltus, a sold-out spectacle at Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi, sponsored by Pepsi. The event’s widespread acclaim, including a special performance for former PepsiCo Chairperson and CEO Indra Nooyi, cemented his reputation as a formidable live performer. Since then, Karan has continuously innovated, producing and headlining multiple genre-defining shows
Anindya Banerjee
Group CFO, ICICI Bank
& Member, Executive Committee, The CFO Board
Giridhar Sanjeevi
Former CFO, Indian Hotels & Founding Member
The CFO Board
Giridhar Sanjeevi
Former CFO, Indian Hotels & Founding MemberThe CFO Board
Mr. Sanjeevi is a Global Finance Leader specializing in Business and Finance Transformations and Governance, with a strong focus on early-stage angel investing and LP roles in two funds. Passionate about the startup ecosystem, he is also a climate evangelist advocating for strategic repivoting to seize new opportunities while minimizing risks.
Mr. Sanjeevi’s international career spans Europe and Asia, with expertise in Finance and Business Development across various sectors, including Consumer (Diageo, ITC), Hospitality (Indian Hotels), Pharma & Healthcare (Merck & Co, Wockhardt), Retail (Shoppers Stop, Aditya Birla Retail), and Financial Services (IL&FS, Spandana).
He has significant board experience, serving as Chairman of the Audit Committee at Ginger and Taj SATS, and as a member at Piem Hotels and Orient Hotels. He has also chaired the NRC at Ginger and the boards at Taj Lanka Hotels, Taj Maldives Ltd, TAL Hongkong, and Orient Hotels. Additionally, he has been a board member at Fulford India Ltd, Organon India Ltd, and MSD India Ltd.
Mr. Sanjeevi’s advisory roles include being an Asia Advisory Board Member for CFO Asia, a Trustee for the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust, and a member of the Board of Governors at the Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad. He co-chairs the FICCI CFO Committee and am a member of the CII CFO Committee and its Sustainability sub-committee.
As a founding member of the CFO Board, he contributes to providing non-partisan views on key policy issues. He is also a Charter Member of TiE and a Fellow Life Member of the Institute of Directors. He has been included into the Hall of Fame by CFO India.
Hosts and Presenters
Nishith Upadhyaya
Executive Director - Knowledge & Advisory Services
SHRM India, APAC & MENA
Nishith Upadhyaya
Executive Director - Knowledge & Advisory ServicesSHRM India, APAC & MENA
At SHRM India, Nishith leads a growing advisory practice focussed on enabling clients realize business goals though better alignment of people practices. He is focused on achieving business growth through effective execution of client consulting mandates for the whole practice in domains such as Vision & Values cascade, Organization Structuring, Performance Management System & other HR process design. In his stint in a corporate role, Nishith has worked with the Bharti group- as a part of the Organization Design and Talent Management team. Here – he worked on projects such as shared service design and implementation, manpower planning, and organization structure design and evaluation. Prior to working with SHRM, Nishith was with the HR consulting teams of PwC, ECS, and Aon Hewitt. Nishith holds a Master’s Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development (MHROD), presently MBA-HRD, from Dept. of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi and is a certified practitioner of BIOSS tools and methodologies for organization design and leadership capability assessment.
Jasdev Ahuja
Senior Director (West) & Head Membership & PMQ
SHRM India
Dedeepya Ajith John
Senior Director - Consulting & Capability Services
SHRM APAC & India
Dedeepya Ajith John
Senior Director - Consulting & Capability ServicesSHRM APAC & India
A passionate and multi-tasking business professional with over a decade of experience, Dedeepya handles the portfolios including Advisory, Research and Academic Partnerships catering to the regions of India, as well as APAC regions. She further also heads the South Region for SHRM India and is responsible for business development and consulting in the area of Human Capital Management. Prior to this, she has worked with Oracle India as HR Consultant. Her areas of interest include Knowledge Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Competency Assessment and Development, Organization Development, Research and HR Analytics. She has been involved in the project design, content generation and implementation of consultancy projects in the above areas. She is experienced in using Quantitative and Qualitative research methods for diagnostic purposes including identifying relevant variables, designing questionnaires and using various statistical methods for analysis. She co-authored papers/ book chapters in the areas of Diversity and Inclusion and further has contributed extensively to various articles / interviews in leading newspapers. Dedeepya is a Mechanical Engineer from Jawaharlal Technological University (Kakinada, A.P) followed by a MBA from Indian Institute of Science (IISc, Bangalore, India). She is a certified SHRM Senior Certified Professional ( SHRM SCP), Level -1 Hogan Assessor and is certified in Job Evaluation by KornFerry - Hay. Along with her work, Dedeepya is passionate about painting, dancing and sports.
Ashissh Kaul
Director - Knowledge & Advisory & Business Head - PSE Business
SHRM India
Ashissh Kaul
Director - Knowledge & Advisory & Business Head - PSE BusinessSHRM India
Ashissh has over 21 years of experience in HR Consulting firms and has been providing strategic HR inputs to more than 300 clients across industries and geographies, including India, the Middle East, the Americas, and Southeast Asia.
Ashissh is a certified DDI Master Facilitator, Gallup Strengths Coach, Hogan Certified, Talent Management, and HR Technology, expert. Before joining SHRM, Ashissh worked extensively with world-class Consulting organizations like Gallup, Mercer, DDI, and Aon.
He is a trusted adviser to C suite leaders on improving business results by helping build leadership capability, people digital systems, craft talent management strategy, training and designing development journeys, and measuring employee engagement.
Ashissh is known for his executive presence, public speaking skills, and passion for facilitating leadership and behavioral training workshops. His other significant work includes evaluating and building organizational structures by linking to business needs and the application of competencies across the organization. He is also a certified Competency Based Interviewer. Ashissh is an engineering graduate and an alumnus of IIM Lucknow.
Nitya Vijaykumar
Director, Consulting and Capability Development
SHRM India
Nitya Vijaykumar
Director, Consulting and Capability DevelopmentSHRM India
Nitya is an Organization development consultant with experience in Leadership Development, Behavioural Assessments for Succession planning, Performance Management and designing learning journeys for managerial development.
Over the last decade she has successfully leveraged her experience in Business and Consulting to drive meaningful and measurable change management initiatives for her clients across industries like BFSI, ITES, Fintech, Pharma & Manufacturing.
She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in executive HR from XLRI and is a certified HOGAN practitioner. She has extensively used Predictive Psychometric tools like CHALLY, Personality assessment DISC, Pearson personality tool Sosie, Critical thinking Assessments Watson Glaser etc. for designing talent management solutions for clients.
Prior to Organizational Development, her corporate journey began in Business with the Citigroup and later in Wealth Advisory for Private and Corporate clients at Deutsche bank.
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