Jan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai & NCR · On-site

• Driving HR Excellence | Building High-Performance Organizations | Shaping Future-Ready Workforces
• Strategic HR Leadership | HR Transformation & Operational Excellence
• 🔹 Leading HR strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives across regions.
• Pioneered HR Transformation & Operational Excellence, including successful implementation of Workday and HR Governance Framework across multiple locations.
• Designed and executed Job Architecture framework, fostering structured career progression and internal mobility.
• Played a key role in establishing HR Shared Services, streamlining operations, and enhancing efficiency.
• 🔹 Championing High-Performance, People-First Culture
• Architect of DNEG’s Culture Story, embedding a mindset of performance, inclusion, and innovation across diverse teams.
• Launched L&D, Mental health, and EDI task forces, advancing the Talent, Culture & Belonging agenda.
• Mentorship Programs, Lean In Circles, and Coaching Initiatives, fostering leadership growth and continuous learning.
• 🔹 Employer Branding & Talent Strategy: Making DNEG an Employer of Choice
• Transformed TA with an 80% improvement in hiring efficiency, successfully onboarding 1,000+ new employees annually.
• Reduced attrition to 7% while maintaining engagement at 70%.
• Strengthened Employer Branding & EVP, launching DNEG Cares & Pulse Initiatives focused on wellness, engagement, and employee advocacy.
• Designed a Rotation Program for High-Potential Talent, enhancing retention and leadership pipeline development.
• 🔹 Beyond HR: Trusted Advisor, Consultant & Executive Coach
• Passionate about coaching and mentoring leaders to excel in complex, high-growth environments.
• Trusted advisor to C-suite and business leaders, providing strategic counsel on people, culture, and leadership challenges.
• 🔹🔹 Available for Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, and HR Transformation Consulting to help organizations build thriving, high-impact workplaces.

Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs · Global

• Driving Organizational Excellence | Scaling Businesses | Transforming People & Performance
• 🔹 Leadership & Business Strategy
• Led HR strategy and operations across APAC & EMEA, ensuring seamless integration of people and business goals.
• Established and scaled an entire business vertical, overseeing strategy, operations, and execution to drive growth and market impact.
• Developed and executed high-quality business strategies, ensuring alignment with both short-term priorities and long-term objectives.
• Optimized financial, operational, and sales & marketing structures, driving efficiency and performance across multiple regions.
• 🔹 HR Transformation & Talent Strategy
• Designed and implemented strategic workforce planning, ensuring the company was staffed with highly skilled, engaged, and future-ready talent.
• Built a performance-driven and innovation-led culture, fostering agility and high-impact leadership.
• Led end-to-end HR transformation initiatives, focusing on operational excellence, talent acquisition, and leadership development.
• Spearheaded employer branding initiatives, positioning the company as a top employer in the EdTech & Personal Development space.
• 🔹 Thought Leadership & Industry Impact
• Represented the company at global conferences, industry events, and leadership forums, positioning it as a key player in the space.
• Partnered with Marketing to design, market, and promote programs, enhancing brand visibility and business impact.
• A trusted advisor and mentor, coaching leaders and teams to drive business success.
• 🔹 Passionate about building high-impact workplaces, driving HR innovation, and coaching leaders for success. Open to executive roles, consulting, and coaching opportunities.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 · 2 yrs

• Building Future-Ready Workforces | Driving Business Growth Through People & Culture
• 🔹 Business Strategy & Leadership
• Led HR strategy and transformation for Tower Research Capital India, aligning people initiatives with business growth.
• Partnered with stakeholders across APAC, EMEA, and AMER to create efficiencies, optimize workforce planning, and drive talent strategies.
• Designed and executed a high-impact employer branding strategy, resulting in 75% of targeted students selecting Tower as their first preference and 85% acceptance rates.
• Championed Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, playing a key role in the Global D&I Task Force to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• 🔹 HR Transformation & Operational Excellence
• Pioneered and led Global Shared Services, driving efficiency from concept to successful execution.
• Spearheaded process automation, reducing production time by 35-40%, enhancing productivity and operational effectiveness.
• Designed and implemented an India Rotation Program for high-potential talent retention, strengthening the leadership pipeline.
• 🔹 Talent Acquisition & Leadership Development
• Achieved 100% headcount growth while accelerating hiring by 40% faster time-to-fill and reducing costs by 50%.
• Reduced attrition to 9% while maintaining employee engagement at an impressive 80%+.
• Drove Global Learning & Development (L&D) and Organizational Development (OD) initiatives, fostering continuous growth and leadership excellence.
• Built a coaching and leadership development culture, ensuring managers and leaders were equipped to drive high performance.
• 🔹 Passionate about transforming workplaces, coaching leaders, and driving HR innovation. Open to executive roles, consulting, and coaching opportunities.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2017 · 11 yrs · Mumbai

• Building High-Performance Organizations through People & Culture
• 🔹 Strategic HR Leadership
• Led HR and Talent Strategy for India, driving effectiveness and leadership development across India, EMEA, and the UK.
• Trusted HR partner to business leaders, providing strategic counsel on talent management, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Spearheaded setup and management of Global Shared Services, creating efficiencies and optimizing workforce productivity.
• Designed and implemented large-scale HR transformation initiatives, enhancing business agility and people excellence.
• Led senior-level hiring and onboarding across India, ME & UK, ensuring a seamless transition for top leadership.
• Recruited & onboarded 300+ professionals annually, fueling business growth and capability building.
• Designed and launched Talent Academy, hiring and developing 1,500+ resources across levels.
• 🔹 Leadership Development & Coaching Culture
• Established Leadership Development Centre, driving executive capability-building for IP-led growth.
• Active member of Global Coaching, Mentoring & D&I Groups
• HR leader for GE & Mustang ODCs, overseeing HR strategies that supported large-scale, high-impact projects.
• Designed and implemented TM & OD programs across India, ME & UK, ensuring leadership pipeline readiness.
• 🔹 Driving Digital & Business Transformation
• Led the setup of BI, Big Data Analytics & UX/UI practices, contributing to $140M in business impact.
• Enabled deployment of skilled talent to the US & UK for mission-critical projects with CA, Aker Yards, Intergraph, Thales.
• Championed Change Management and Strategic HR initiatives, playing a key role in high-stakes JVs and critical projects.
• Achieved 30% cost savings through process automation and optimization, increasing HR operational efficiency.
• Passionate about leading HR transformation, coaching leaders, and shaping future-ready workplaces. -

Jan 2004 – Jan 2006 · 2 yrs · NCR, India

• Transforming Organizations Through People Strategy | Driving Leadership Excellence & Business Growth
• 🔹 HR & OD Strategy | Business-Aligned Talent Solutions
• Led strategic interventions for Talent Management and Organizational Development (OD), solving complex HR challenges across industries.
• Partnered with Glaxo and VLCC to drive executive hiring strategies, generating $140K+ in revenue through leadership placements.
• Managed high-stakes, Pan-India HR projects, delivering $120K+ in business impact through innovative OD and talent solutions.
• 🔹 Leadership Development & Coaching Excellence
• Designed and executed nationwide Sales Excellence Certification & Coaching Programs for Bharti Airtel, strengthening leadership and sales capabilities.
• Spearheaded OD and change management interventions for top-tier organizations, including Keane India, Bechtel, Perot Systems, and Nucleus Software.
• Delivered transformational HR solutions, including Building Great Workplaces, Hiring & Retention Strategies, BBIS, Assessment Centers, 360° Feedback, Coaching & Mentoring, enhancing leadership effectiveness and cultural alignment.
• 🔹 Passionate about unlocking leadership potential, driving business transformation through HR strategy, and coaching executives for success. Open to consulting, executive coaching, and leadership roles to drive impact at scale.

Jan 2001 – Jan 2004 · 3 yrs

• Building Scalable HR & Talent Strategies | Driving Change & Operational Excellence
• 🔹 Business Expansion & Talent Strategy
• Key project team member in the successful setup of new branches and Retail Processing Centers (RPCs), ensuring seamless operations and workforce readiness.
• Led the implementation of global talent management best practices, creating scalable HR solutions across multiple branches.
• 🔹 Leadership & Capability Development
• Partnered with Global Learning & Development (L&D) teams to design and execute training programs, developing product, process, and service champions across locations.
• Strengthened leadership pipelines by implementing structured capability-building programs to support business growth.
• 🔹 Change Management & Digital Transformation
• Integral part of the change management team driving the successful implementation of CRM systems, enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency.
• Ensured smooth digital adoption and process transformation, aligning people strategies with business objectives.
• 🔹 Strong foundation in HR strategy, business transformation, and talent development. Passionate about scaling organizations, leading change, and coaching leaders for high-impact growth.

Jan 1999 – Jan 2006 · 7 yrs · India & APAC

• As a passionate Motivational Speaker, Public Speaking Trainer, and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) & Results Coach, I work with individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential and achieve lasting transformation. Through engaging training sessions and personalized coaching, I empower professionals and teams to overcome self-limiting beliefs, boost confidence, and enhance communication skills that elevate their personal and professional lives.
• I have had the privilege of working with renowned organizations such as Dale Carnegie and Toastmasters, where I lead dynamic workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions focused on leadership development, effective communication, and achieving measurable results. My expertise lies in guiding people to improve their public speaking abilities, refine their presentation techniques, and master the art of persuasion—skills that are essential for success in any field.
• With a focus on practical application, I utilize NLP techniques to help clients reprogram their mindset, break through mental barriers, and accelerate personal and professional growth. My approach is results-driven, combining motivation with actionable strategies that deliver measurable outcomes.
• Key Areas of Expertise:
• Motivational Speaking & Audience Engagement
• Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
• NLP Coaching & Personal Development
• Leadership & Confidence Building
• Overcoming Self-Doubt & Limiting Beliefs
• Communication Mastery & Persuasion Techniques
• Group Training & Team Development
• Results-Oriented Coaching for Peak Performance
• I am committed to helping individuals and organizations elevate their potential, communicate with impact, and achieve their goals. Let's connect if you're looking to take your speaking skills, leadership capabilities, or personal growth to the next leve