Abhishek Gupta is the Global Head of Digital P&O Solutions at Sandoz and is responsible for leading HR data and digital function spanning across HCM implementation, HR technology landscape simplification, and setting up the people data and analytics foundation in a standalone Sandoz organization. He joined Novartis in 2015 and has since worked for several companies in the IT, Hitech, and Manufacturing industries in global, regional, and local roles, specializing in Total Rewards, Digital HR, and People Analytics. Abhishek holds an MBA in HR and Systems and graduated in Economics. In addition, he holds global Digital Practitioner certification from The Open Group, and Global Remuneration Professional certification from WorldatWork. He is also a member of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) and Data Management Association International (DAMA-I).
Nikhil Desai is an International Motivator, Trainer, and Coach with a passion for helping organizations unlock their potential by enhancing the performance and productivity of their human capital. Over the past 29 years, he has inspired more than a quarter million people across 300+ cities globally through his dynamic presentations. A graduate with an MBA from the USA, where he topped his class, Nikhil later worked in New York before becoming an entrepreneur in India. He has received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the World HRD Congress and has appeared on TV and radio in India, New York, California, and beyond. His programs, including "Unleashing the Potential in You & Your Organization" and "Achieving Excellence Thru Stress Management," have impacted executives from over 2000 organizations worldwide, making him a sought-after expert in leadership, stress management, and productivity.
Experienced and accomplished Human Resources professional with a proven track record of over two decades in offering expert guidance across a diverse spectrum of HR domains. Adept at optimizing operational efficiency through strategic cost reduction initiatives and bolstering organizational presence within the competitive job market. Well-versed in navigating complex compliance statutes to ensure adherence and mitigate risks.
Exceptional communicator and collaborator, leveraging strong interpersonal finesse, heightened emotional intelligence, and a robust foundation in employee relations to foster productive working relationships. Notably organized and dependable, skilled in effectively managing concurrent priorities with an unwavering positive outlook. A seasoned HR leader dedicated to driving organizational success through a comprehensive skill set and extensive industry insight.
As the Chief General Manager at the NTPC Power Management Institute in Noida, Pranav oversaw the complete spectrum of Learning and Development initiatives within NTPC, a prominent power-producing conglomerate in India. His extensive career spans over 35 years, during which he played a pivotal role in shaping HR activities, crafting policies, and driving strategic and operational HR functions for a workforce of 20,000+ employees.
He holds certifications as an ICF ACC and a Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder-Centered Coach, in addition to being certified in MHS EQi 2.0 and EQi 360. He has also lent my expertise to Maharatna/CPSEs and private companies through consultancy assignments. Furthermore, he is empaneled by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, as an Independent Director.
Dr. Sanjeev Dixit is often referred to as 'IDEAPRENEUR' and he has been growing personally and professionally by creating and executing unconventional and pathbreaking IDEAS. He is a Global HR Leader with more than 25+ years of Strategic Corporate HR and CHRO experience across diversified industries and geographies and achieved Business transformation and growth through Values and Culture alignment and Transformation. He has experience building and managing teams across multiple geographies including Middle east, Russia, Africa, Europe, US and Asia Pacific markets and across areas such as progressive people organizational development and transformation interventions, supporting and coaching senior business management and Board including post-M&A integration. He is a Doctorate in Human Resources Management and Organization Development from globally renowned Academy of HRD, Ahmedabad, India.
Reena is a certified strengths coach with 23+ years of experience in Banking, ITES, Analytics, Telecom and Service industries. Her expertise lies in helping employees acquire and hone skills through bespoke learning interventions integrated with business outcomes and enabling business to build and strengthen talent pools to manage future growth plans. She has been working towards creating and implementing org wide learning strategy and partnering with industry leading learning service providers to co-create and deploy bespoke training interventions.
Aarushi, an HR Professional, is impassioned by engineering inner transformation through scientific methodologies. She fervently believes in unlocking human potential through immeasurable transformative power, advocating for the unfolding of human genius. Her dedication lies in comprehending the science behind this potential and implementing scientific tools and processes to manifest this vision. Aarushi understands the pivotal role these techniques play in enhancing employee competence, growth, and overall well-being, crucially impacting a company's ROI. She envisions a world where individuals harness their limitless potential, fostering innovation even in the most cut-throat corporate environments globally. Aarushi's mission resonates with her belief in leveraging these tools to drive both personal and organizational evolution.
Anuradha Mishra is the Head of Talent, Learning, and Inclusion for Marsh McLennan's Global Inhouse Center, which includes Mercer and Marsh McLennan Global Services. With expertise in organizational development and talent management, she has worked on various projects such as change management, leadership development, employee engagement, and HR process design. Anuradha has a keen interest in change management during acquisitions, leadership readiness for future markets, and developing talent strategies for fast-paced organizations. She is known for her innovative thinking and has led the implementation of a groundbreaking career-based mobile application. Prior to her current role, Anuradha worked at Tata Strategic Management Group and BOC India, where she gained experience in HR functions, organization design, and talent acquisition. She holds a Masters degree in Management and a Bachelors degree in Law. Anuradha specializes in organization development, employee engagement, strategic HR, talent management, and HR process design.
A senior HR professional with 20+ years of experience. Have led the HR function in Pharma, IT, BPO and Banking industries. Over the last 15 years with Kotak, providing HR support in all banking business units, including retail consumer banking, corporate banking, capital markets, IB, PE, private banking, corporate treasury and asset reconstruction (ARC). An Expert in organization continuity, employee productivity and retention. Able to build on diverse learnings from Pharma, BPO and Banking. Can jointly work with leadership teams to build a future-ready culture. Can quickly impact businesses, with a deeply strategic mindset, beyond my HR role. Member of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) national committee on ‘Skill development and livelihood’, from 2020 onwards. Currently pursuing my Ph.D. in HR to satiate my curiosity.
Swapna, a seasoned professional with 15+ years in strategic Human Resources, serves as a Co-Founder and Career Coach, aiding startups and high-growth ventures in achieving their business aspirations. Holding certification in the Iron Lady Leadership Essentials Program, she embodies confidence, resilience, and adaptability in leadership.
Her role as a Co-Founder allows her to channel expertise in employee benefits, recruitment, and POSH consulting, fostering inclusive work cultures that attract and retain top talent. In her capacity as a Career Coach, Swapna utilizes NLP, emotional intelligence, and design thinking to empower professionals in career transitions and growth.
Passionate about revolutionizing HR practices, she employs data-driven, human-centered approaches, aiming to elevate both individual careers and organizational success.
Mayanka is an Organisational Psychologist and the Founder of Shhyfft Consulting Group. She collaborates with Boards, Promoters, Founders, CEOs, and CXOs to identify and develop impactful leadership teams. With a deep understanding of people, behaviors, and culture, Mayanka builds high-performing teams by aligning talent with organizational needs.
As an Executive Coach, she combines positive psychology with self-discovery. She guides senior leaders to uncover blind spots, elevate leadership capabilities, adopt a strategic mindset, and align their personal purpose with organizational goals.
A passionate lifelong learner, Mayanka holds a Master’s in Organisational and Social Psychology from the London School of Economics, a Master’s in Management from Symbiosis, and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics. Driven by her purpose, she empowers leaders to thrive in complex environments while fostering cultures of excellence and growth.
Aradhana is a sustainability and ESG leader, driving impactful change at Lemon Tree Hotels. The company's mission centers on building an inclusive workforce, exemplified by their 15-year practice of employing Individuals With Disabilities (EWDs). Aradhana aims to raise their current 14% representation to around 30% by FY 2025-2026. Her commitment was recently acknowledged when Lemon Tree Hotels received the prestigious FICCI FLO award for outstanding inclusivity, with Aradhana representing the company. She actively co-leads EWD recruitment and pioneers new initiatives in the disability sector, having conducted groundbreaking trials over the past nine years, including individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism, Visual Impairment/Low Vision, as well as Speech and Hearing Impaired (SHI) and Orthopaedically Handicapped (OH) employees, which the company routinely hires. With an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and 29 years of experience spanning Sales, Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Sustainability, Aradhana is a pioneering figure in the DEI and sustainability space.
Dr. (h.c.) Kumar Visvanathan is a Human Resources Professional with a Master’s degree in Management. He was awarded an honorary Doctorate for People Management by a New York based University in 2019. He recently obtained his Associate Certified Coach (ACC) certification from International Coaching Federation (ICF). He has over 30 years of experience in the HR space in the IT industry. He is a founding member of Conference Board’s Asia Pacific Shared Services Council. In 2016 he was awarded as HR Superstar by HRO magazine, Philadelphia, USA. He is also a member of India’s Nasscom Steering Committee on Background Checks providing thought leadership and direction. Kumar joined Mindtree in November 2013 to setup and run a multi-functional global Shared Services organization that handles processes in HR, Finance, legal and Procurement. His work was converted into a case study by Harvard. He is currently involved in internal automation.
“Quot Rami Tot Arbores”
“As many branches, so many trees”
With a strong foundation built on the above motto, Mainak is passionate about helping individuals, teams and organization be successful. Mainak is able to help people build on their core strengths through coaching and planned interventions.
As a coach, Mainak is known for connecting with clients across levels and working towards the desired outcomes. He is able to draw upon his extensive professional experience to add the practical elements into his assignments – helping people relate to the desired outcomes. His client list includes some of the industry majors – one of the big four consulting firms; one of the world's largest insurance company; a world leading enterprise resource planning and services firm; a leading European telecommunication firm; leading non-banking financial firm; and leading human resources consulting firm.
As a founder of a Training & Consulting Consulting Firm, specialized in guiding organisations to shape, evolve and communicate their unique cultures and align with the strategic plans of the business.
Vijay firmly believes that only companies who lead with Culture can really have an impact on improving employee experience and secure long-term growth. With a background of training, consulting and business development, Vijay brings his expertise to creating long-term value for organisations by delivering best-in-class Learning & Development Strategies, Employer Branding and Organisation Culture Strategies.
Vijay is a par excellence Trainer, Facilitator and an Executive Coach. He has been certified by Dale Carnegie and Miller Heiman Inc. (Now Korn Ferry. Group) for Sales, Managerial Effectiveness Leadership Programs.
Gladson Joshua is also an International Certified Career Coach (via Career Development Alliance) and holds several certifications across the IT, Services, and Non-Profit sectors.Gladson's public-spirited endeavours helped him co-found Cross Global, a non-profit organization that strives to protect the most vulnerable from contemporary slavery in India. The NGO works closely with the State and Central governments to rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking. Cross Global has multiple ongoing humanitarian projects that span vital areas such as building awareness, facilitating education and development of skills, promoting fruitful policies, and more.
Sudakshina is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience in managing people and stakeholders domestically and internationally. Specializing in Stakeholder Management, Leadership Hiring, Organization Restructuring, and Rightsizing, she also excels in HR Partnering, Organization Diagnostics, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Tech in HR, Learning Hierarchy, Campus Program Management, and Expatriate Program Management. Certified as a Professional CoActive Coach, she brings a unique blend of leadership and coaching skills to her roles. With a career spanning prestigious organizations like HDFC ERGO General Insurance and ILFS Group, Sudakshina has held significant leadership positions, including President & CHRO and Chief Human Resources Officer. Her dynamic leadership and strategic expertise have contributed to the success and growth of various organizations across different sectors, making her a valuable asset in the field of Human Resources.
Sriram’s goal is now to contribute to industry as consultant with his experience in leading HR for over 4 decades for large companies and more particularly after leading the HR function of India's most successful and large engineering and construction conglomerate, L&T. At L&T, he has contributed by conceptualizing & implementing a Performance Management System called FAIR, developing a high potential programme with over 20000 assessments of leaders in 2 decades and several other first of the kind HR Policies, particularly in Leadership Development & Talent Management. He was recently felicitated with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2021.
A passionate HR professional with 12+ years experience in various industry segments - Healthcare BPO, Retail, Freight forwarding, and IT product organisations with well-known names like TATA, PVR, Pulse Secure. As a global HR business partner, my role demanded to coach managers/leaders to create a great place to work through talent strategies like creating a learning organization, creating a performance driven culture, culture of collaboration through community outreach and wellness. Proficient in managing the overall HR Department with key responsibilities of Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.
An accomplished HR Practitioner, Author, Academician and Motivational speaker, Aparna is a post-graduate in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from TISS, Mumbai. She embarked on her corporate journey with NOCIL, evolving her HR expertise in companies like Monsanto, Novartis, Deutsche Bank, Lafarge etc. She has a sound understanding of traits needed for workplace success and a strong ability to train employees in improving those characteristics. Aparna is a celebrated Author of 2 Best-Selling books. Currently,she is an Independent Director on various Corporate Boards. With over 28 years of diverse HR experience, she contributes as a Board Mentor and Advisor in Strategic Leadership, Organizational Behavior, and Boardroom Effectiveness. Aparna actively engages with ISTD, AIMA, NIPM, National HRD Network, and Sumedhas, nurturing future HR leaders.
Ratnanjali Arora is an HR professional with 10 years of experience in Consulting. She has played an integral role in helping business build and deliver, bind, buy and borrow talent to deliver the firm"s growth aspirations. Ratnanjali is currently leading HR Business Partner role for Tax Regulatory Services for North Region comprising 40 ~ Partners and 800 ~ employees. She is skilled in Employee Relations and People Strategy, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Total Rewards and Wellness, Change Management, Coaching and Mentoring, People and Business Analytics, and Diversity.
Bestselling Management Author, World's no 4 HR Instructor as per the ranking of UDEMY. Around 13 plus years of experience in Global (India, US, Europe, and UK) HR Practice and Policies, Learning and Development, People Development, Analysis, Compensation and Payroll, Compliance, Resource Allocation/Planning, Recruitment, Organizational Development, Performance Management, Team building, HRMS, Incident-Workforce Management, Automation, CSR and Digital Marketing. Managed and delivered different sessions/seminars/workshops on Communication, Leadership, Process, Self-Management, and Motivation.
Mr. Manan Jain is the Global Lead- HR People Partner and Experience at YASH Technologies, a global IT services organization. Mr. Jain is a true leader, a great visionary and remarkable at planning, strategizing and guiding successful implementations. His contribution for the last 10 plus years at YASH has been magnificent. He overall has 11 plus years of experience primarily in IT and ITes industry. He is a core member of the team which has helped YASH in getting awarded and recognized 6 times in a row in Top 50 Great companies to work for.
With over two decades of global experience in strategic business partnering and HR operational excellence, Ruchira Garg is a seasoned HR leader known for driving people strategy for large, diverse teams. She has a proven track record of setting up, scaling, and transforming HR functions and processes, delivering business and cultural change, operational effectiveness, and improved outcomes. As the former VP - HR at GreyOrange, Ruchira led global HR portfolios, partnering with the leadership team to execute strategies in multi-cultural, multi-geo contexts. Recognized as one of the top HR leaders by the World HRD Congress, she is also a certified independent director. Passionate about sharing insights, Ruchira frequently speaks at prestigious forums and conferences, and is an active blogger, storyteller, author, and podcaster on topics related to HR, tech in HR, leadership, culture, and diversity.
Bijender Vats is the Global CHRO at Crystal Crop Protection Limited and prior to this was working with MSD India, one of the largest US multinational pharmaceuticals company. In his career spanning over two decades across reputed organizations like Novartis and Dr Reddy's Labs, he has worked on both sides - Business and HR. Bijender's expertise ranges across managing Mergers and Acquisition scenarios, Organizational Integration, HR Development and Transformation, Leadership Development, Culture Development and Change Management, Talent Management to Succession Planning. He has diverse experience across Multinationals like Merck & Novartis and Indian MNC's like Dr Reddy's Labs.
Debu is a Leadership Development Professional and Innovation Consultant with over three decades of experience. He is a Partner at True Search. He helps boards and investors find, develop and retain high-calibre leaders combining executive search and related advisory offerings. He was previously a Partner with Deloitte and has also worked at KornFerry Hay Group, Hewitt Associates, Arthur Andersen and PwC, advising clients in India, Southeast Asia, Middle East and USA. He is passionate about Coffee, Cocktails and Career Conversations.
Vivek has around a decade and a half of experience in Human Resources with Ashok Leyland Limited, and has held various roles in Business, Location and Corporate HR. He is a champion of his organisation's culture and values, and specializes in partnering with business leaders to help them build their teams effectively and ensure all people decisions are based on data. Vivek has over 15 years of rich experience in the HR domain, at automotive organisations like Mahindra and Ashok Leyland. His areas of expertise include HR Strategy, Talent Development, Talent Management, HR Analytics and HR Tech and is certified in HR Analytics.
With over 21 years of progressive HR leadership, Shobha Pandey is a seasoned expert in Talent Acquisition, Management, Diversity and Inclusion, and Performance Management. Her VUCA-ready approach to HR has led to transformative strategies, driving organizational success. Shobha excels in providing strategic insights, conceptual thinking, and executing large-scale HR initiatives. Her leadership within the HR domain extends to conceptualizing, implementing, and managing programs that accelerate business goals. At John Deere, she pioneered leadership effectiveness programs, workforce optimization, and diversity initiatives, showcasing her ability to navigate complex organizational challenges. Shobha's expertise in HR generalist skills and organizational development enables her to mentor management teams on complex issues, guiding them towards HR transformation. As an Advisory Board Member and ICC Co-Chair, she continues to contribute her expertise to academic and professional development initiatives, shaping the future of HR practices.
Sachin heads Learning and Development function at Forbes Marshall. In addition, Sachin heads HR function of the Core Business Group of Forbes Marshall. For over six decades, Forbes Marshall has been building steam engineering and control instrumentation solutions that work for the process industry. Today Forbes Marshall has evolved into a leader in process efficiency and energy conservation through technology tie-ups and focused investments in manufacturing and research.
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Dr. Uttara Pattanaik is an accomplished industry leader, strategic leadership consultant, leadership Coach (PCC) and personal mastery expert. She is also the Founder of Uttara Pattanaik Consulting Services (UPCS), a global management consulting firm that focuses on building mindful strategic leadership capabilities in individuals, teams and organizations, enabling them to be their best version. Uttara is committed to humanize leadership and change the global leadership landscape by creating inspiring leaders & influencers who can create ripple effect in the society.
Uttara comes with strong strategic business experience of over 23 years in various senior leadership positions at international levels with leading companies in Life Sciences and Healthcare industries. Her training as a coach from multiple internationally acclaimed coaching organizations coupled with long international business and leadership experience enables her to play around with different coaching methodologies and tools and provide customized solutions to diverse client groups across industries.
Shantanu is the Founder & CEO of The Recruiters - An Executive Search & HR Consulting Firm founded in 2004, that is into CXO hiring & also offers Virtual CHRO Services. Apart from this he also founded two more companies, one called Artistjunction in 2015 to promote performing art and artists, and DigiSocial360 in 2023 a Digital Marketing Firm. He is the author of the book "Fight for Life - A Journey of Resilience" about a significant, near-fatal health issue that has caused two near-death experiences and has managed to come out of it stronger and more resilient.. Apart from this, he has contributed articles to various magazines related to HR and Business both in Print and Digital Media.
Saurabh is a Global Talent Acquisition Leader experienced in building best in class Talent Acquisition function to meet business outcomes. He has led Talent Acquisition transformation programs elevating teams from meeting hiring delivery targets to create in-addition data-driven insights for business and partner as a talent advisor. As a global leader, Saurabh has led recruiting teams across 4 continents: Asia, Australia, North America and South America. He has also built a Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence and rolled out an end to end RPO program across 11 countries with multiple business units. He has partnered with co-founders and experienced CEOs to design talent acquisition programs to meet accelerated business goals. He has experience in transforming a Talent Acquisition program in a 100+ years matured organisation and also building it from scratch in a fast growth environment across multiple countries / regions.
Prabir Jha is a distinguished alumnus of XLRI Jamshedpur, is the Founder and CEO of Prabir Jha People Advisory. Before starting his firm, he was the President and Global Chief People Officer at the pharma major, Cipla. After his stint as a civil servant in his first avatar, Prabir served as the Global CHRO at two Indian majors, Dr.Reddy's and Tata Motors before moving to lead HR at Reliance Industries Ltd. Prabir has handled all branches of HR, be it Transformation, Talent Management, OD interventions, Global HR Strategy, or any other.
With over 25 years of expertise, Shailesh Singh, Director & Chief People Officer at Max Life Insurance, orchestrates top-tier HR strategies fostering organizational evolution. Spearheading Max Life's transformation into a ‘Great Place to Work’, he benchmarks cultural standards and implements pioneering practices. Introducing the Organisation & Talent Review process, he cultivates a robust talent pipeline and succession plans. Under his stewardship, emphasis on supervisory proficiency and accountability amplifies. Shailesh, a harbinger of future work trends, enriches the organization with foresight. His illustrious career encompasses pivotal HR roles at GE Energy, GE Supply-chain, GE Capital, SRF Finance, Eicher Tractors, and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB). Shailesh's dedication epitomizes a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a dynamic workplace culture.
Shalakah Gangal, a seasoned Talent Leader with nearly two decades of experience, specializes in Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Change Management, and Human Resources. Having collaborated with leadership teams across APAC and supported operations globally, she holds a postgraduate degree in Human Resources and LLB, complemented by Executive Coaching certifications from ICF and HR Strategy Leadership from AIHR. Recognized as an ICF Executive Coach, she has empowered over 6000 individuals and received accolades from the Government of Maharashtra for her contributions to SMEs. Honored as the Most Popular Career & Business Coach of the Year by Maha Udyojak and the Woman Coach Entrepreneur of the Year by Icons of Asia, Shalakah's expertise and impact transcend boundaries, making her a distinguished leader in her field.
Gunjan, an accomplished Human Resource Management Professional, excels in driving HR initiatives to achieve organizational goals and enhance employee engagement. With expertise in Organization Development, Employee Lifecycle Management, and Business Partnering, she ensures optimal resource utilization and profitability. Recognized as a top 50 CHRO and recipient of HR excellence awards, Gunjan leads HR teams to align strategies with business objectives while fostering collaboration and high performance. Her ability to cultivate strong stakeholder relationships yields results in talent management, employee engagement, HR tech, and diversity and inclusion. Committed to continual improvement, Gunjan strives to drive success for her organization and support colleagues' growth and development.
Vaibava Kamalasanan is the Regional Head of Talent Acquisition for APAC & ME Customer Service at Amazon, with 23 years of diverse recruiting experience across IT, ITES, pharmaceuticals, finance, and research analytics. She now specializes in Customer Service talent acquisition. Passionate about mentorship, Vaibava actively guides aspiring women leaders, supporting their career growth and advocating for diversity across various domains. Her commitment to fostering inclusive environments is demonstrated through her involvement in several impactful initiatives. As a frequent guest speaker at women’s leadership programs within Amazon, she aspires to contribute to the creation of diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces. Vaibava is enthusiastic about collaborating with teams that prioritize diversity and inclusivity, aiming to create an empowered workforce that values equality and innovation.
A skilled professional with extensive experience in HR, Administration, Management, Teaching, and Training, they hold a Ph.D. in Research and are a Post Graduate in Business Administration, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Central to their professional identity is a profound understanding of HR functions. Renowned as an accomplished Human Resources Professional, they have dedicated experience in fostering organizational success through strategic HR initiatives.
With a passion for transforming individuals and organizations through effective training and development, they conduct workshops and training sessions both online and offline on Professional Skills for students and adults. They have successfully trained national and international candidates on nonverbal communication, Voice and Accent, and Personality Development among others. Additionally, they mentor young minds and aspirational speakers on the art of public speaking, confidence building, communication, and presentation skills.
Srikanth is an accomplished engineer and human resource professional dedicated to connecting people and unlocking their potential. With 15 years of experience in the technical field, Srikanth embraced the challenge of transitioning into HR, demonstrating resilience and a commitment to learning. Within a year, he mastered the full spectrum of human resources functions. Srikanth mentors students, provides career guidance, and shares industry knowledge as a speaker. He is also a certified trainer, happiness and mindfulness coach, and certified ESG professional. Passionate about personal and professional growth, Srikanth is committed to empowering others and fostering a thriving workplace.
Shambhavi is a seasoned communicator adept at precise communication tailored to individuals or groups, honing this skill daily for continuous improvement. With a proven track record, she has established and led teams across multiple continents, demonstrating her knack for building from the ground up. Her insatiable thirst for knowledge drives her to dive into new endeavors, relishing the process of creation and nurturing from inception. As a mentor and consultant, Shambhavi has guided numerous startups in cultivating their culture and teams. Transitioning from advisor to practitioner, she excels in embedding HR strategy into business strategy, fostering execution rigor, and fostering a proactive approach. Shambhavi's expertise extends to coaching clients and business leaders in driving and sustaining organizational change.
Dr. Ramu Nagarajapillai is an accomplished academic and researcher, currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Commerce at Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India. With 28 years of teaching and 18 years of research experience, his expertise spans Human Resource Management (HRM) and banking. Dr. Ramu has received the prestigious UGC Research Award and is an Accredited Management Teacher recognized by the All-India Management Association. He has contributed significantly through research articles, edited volumes, and conference presentations. He has also served as Chairperson, Scientific and Organizing Committee member, Subject Expert, Editor-in-Chief, seminar coordinator, and Placement Officer at various academic events.
Dr. Ratna, with over three decades of experience in human resource management, excels in crafting learning strategies, building organizational capabilities, and championing ethics and social responsibility. As VP-HRM at Tata Metaliks, she led HR, IR, and CSR initiatives that extended beyond the organization, positively impacting society. Now a Leadership Coach, she brings her expertise to diverse sectors, including FMCG, healthcare, and manufacturing. A dedicated Mentor, Therapist, and Behavioral Facilitator, Dr. Ratna is passionate about DEI&B, enhancing employee experiences, and empowering women, consistently driving sustainable development and stakeholder engagement.
Anthony is a results-oriented professional with over 20 years of experience in HRBP, Business, Recruitment, Assessments, Training, and Organizational Development. He is adept in recruitment, soft skill and technical training, placements, operations, and organizational development. Anthony has demonstrated significant initiatives in conceptualizing and executing HR policy frameworks, job evaluations, comprehensive bonus mechanisms, and salary surveys.
With expertise in recruitment, training, succession planning, employee retention, satisfaction surveys, performance management, and negotiations, Anthony has proven abilities in developing and streamlining systems to enhance operational effectiveness. A Certified Professional in Behavioral Styles/Analysis, he is also an effective trainer in experiential learning, behavioral training, sales, customer service, leadership, and soft skills. Anthony excels in assessments, placements, and counseling for both corporates and educational institutions, making him a versatile and valuable asset in his field.
Veera Reddy is an Air Force veteran and accomplished HR leader with over 22 years of extensive experience across diverse sectors. Beginning his career as a Short Service Commissioned Officer in the Indian Air Force, Veera transitioned to the IT industry, contributing his expertise to leading organizations like Wipro, Genpact, and Cigniti. Renowned for his strategic leadership, Veera specializes in HR digital transformation, organizational design and development, employee experience, and leadership development. A passionate advocate for Diversity and Inclusion, he emphasizes empathy and compassion as the cornerstone of effective leadership. Veera's unique blend of military precision and corporate acumen enables him to drive impactful initiatives that foster organizational growth, cultural transformation, and enhanced employee engagement. His leadership philosophy inspires teams to thrive in dynamic, ever-evolving business environments.
Pranay Prakash is a seasoned HR professional with expertise in leadership development, succession planning, performance enhancement, and goal alignment. Throughout his career, he has led numerous HR initiatives and process interventions to scale organizations and empower their teams. With leadership roles at BluWheelz, Baazi Games, and Delhivery, Pranay has successfully aligned HR strategies with business goals, improving operational efficiency and driving business success.
His problem-solving approach is rooted in empathy—understanding the core issues and offering solutions that resonate with clients. Pranay’s key areas of expertise include strategic workforce planning, change management, HR technology and analytics, and nurturing talent for long-term organizational success. He firmly believes in the "Hire to Higher" philosophy, fostering a growth mindset in employees to build resilient organizations. Committed to continuous learning and personal development, Pranay works to create an environment where individuals thrive and organizations experience exponential growth.
Dakshdeep Singh is a visionary leader specializing in product strategy and customer delivery across India and the APAC region. He aligns product roadmaps with the company’s overarching vision and business goals, using market insights, customer feedback, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
As a strategic thinker, Dakshdeep charts the course for his organization’s future, focusing on delivering exceptional customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. He leads customer delivery efforts, collaborating with leadership teams to develop HR strategies, define technological trajectories, and design actionable implementation roadmaps. Dakshdeep’s approach ensures seamless execution, fostering strong relationships with customers and driving continuous improvement across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation, he is committed to shaping the future of business through strategic leadership and impactful solutions.
Pradeep is an expert in organizational and leadership effectiveness with over 27 years of experience, including 19 years in IT and financial services. He specializes in aligning organizational structures and capabilities with business strategies, enhancing leadership through coaching, and driving human resource initiatives. Pradeep has served as a CEO and HR leader and now runs Confluence Coaching & Consulting while partnering at Global HR Lead Partners LLP. His work includes strategy development, talent assessment, executive coaching, and creating high-performing organizations. He is committed to fostering organizational growth and leadership success.
Debasish Das is the CEO of Humanlinks Learning and a seasoned management professional with extensive experience across start-ups, mezzanine, and operationally stable companies. Formerly the Chief People Officer at Trans Maldivian Airways, the world’s largest seaplane operator, and an HR leader at IBM and GE, Debasish has managed diverse teams across 15 countries in Asia, Africa, North America, and Europe.
An Engineer and MBA graduate from premier Indian institutions, he is a Lead Assessor for ISO 9001, certified in People CMM and COPC, and trained by turnaround expert Ron Kaufman on service upliftment. Debasish is also an Evaluation Panel Member at the Innovation Lab, North Eastern University, Boston. With a proven track record in digital transformation, he has advised organizations on impactful initiatives and led global mergers and acquisitions from a people perspective. His expertise in leadership and transformation makes him a trusted advisor for driving organizational success.
Vishal Naithani is an award-winning Executive and Life Coach with over 15 years of transformative HR leadership experience across multinational companies. Recognized as the Most Inspiring Global Executive & Life Coach, India (2023) by Corporate Vision Magazine, UK, Vishal has amassed 1,500+ hours of coaching experience, working with leaders from Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Unilever, American Express, Cisco, and Bayer.
With a unique coaching style rooted in self-awareness and "radical candour," Vishal combines direct accountability with deep care for his clients' growth and well-being. His coaching themes include emotional intelligence, executive presence, leadership effectiveness, impactful communication, stakeholder management, and personal and professional growth.
Vishal's ability to connect with people and understand their motivations enables him to guide clients through career transitions and organizational challenges, empowering them to unlock their full potential and create meaningful, lasting impacts.
With 30 years of experience in Human Capital and Capability Management across the Education, Technology, and Telecom sectors, Sudhir is a visionary leader adept at aligning organizational capabilities with strategic goals. Renowned for fostering a culture of continuous learning, he has successfully implemented transformative initiatives, enhancing sales and technical competencies through innovative learning methodologies like experiential, blended, and microlearning.
As Head of Learning & Development at Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, Sudhir has empowered 27,000+ employees nationwide with cutting-edge learning frameworks, driving productivity and surpassing KPIs. His tenure at Samsung Electronics and other esteemed organizations reflects a legacy of elevating quality standards and advancing strategic goals.
A published author of ten books, including Knowledge Management and Competency Management – A Practitioner’s Handbook, Sudhir is recognized as a thought leader in human capital development. Passionate about enabling organizational and individual growth, he continues to drive innovation and excellence in L&D.
Verticka Kohli is the founder of Ukaavi Consulting, with over two decades of experience empowering leaders and organizations across India and Southeast Asia to reach their full potential. Driven by the belief that every individual can excel when provided the right opportunities and support, Verticka has made this the cornerstone of her work.
At Ukaavi Consulting, she partners with diverse industries to craft innovative strategies in leadership development, talent transformation, and learning design. Verticka’s focus is on helping leaders identify their strengths, foster inclusive workplaces, and prepare their organizations for sustainable growth and future success.
As an executive coach, Verticka is deeply passionate about guiding leaders to achieve their highest potential. With expertise in psychometrics and proven methodologies, she creates actionable, measurable goals that drive both personal and professional success. Verticka’s mission is to inspire meaningful change, empowering one leader and organization at a time.
