Gopal A Iyer — CEO
Organizations do not fail due to a lack of strategy. They struggle at key moments when leadership meets stubborn cultural habits. I work with CEOs, CHROs, and global boards to steer through these critical times, whether it's during rapid growth, succession challenges, or significant cultural change. My focus is on the link between behavioral science and organizational performance. With over 22 years of experience, I help shift leadership mindset and culture in ways that can be measured and sustained. At EY, I led the 'GigNow' global program, which transformed work culture towards flexible, skills-based talent models for the future. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Hogan Assessment Expert, I offer data-driven insights to help leaders understand their derailers and improve their strategic decision-making. Whether I present on a TEDx stage or engage in long-term organizational development, my goal is to connect individual skills with the enterprise strategy. Specialties & Strategic Interventions: Executive Coaching (ICF-PCC): High-performance coaching for CXOs and global leadership teams. Culture Transformation: Aligning behaviors with strategic organizational goals. Organization Development (OD): Diagnostic-led interventions for large-scale enterprise growth. Future of Work Strategy: Building flexible talent marketplaces and internal gig economies. Keynote Speaking: Sharing research-backed insights on leadership, reinvention, and changes in the workforce. Ready to tackle your next strategic shift? Let’s connect to discuss how we can change your leadership culture. You can also listen to the Career Shifts Podcast for honest conversations with leaders from around the world.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in organizational development and culture transformation within the consulting industry.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 21 yrs 11 mos
Skills
- Executive Coaching
- Culture Transformation
- Leadership Development
- Future Of Work
- Executive Advisory
- Curriculum Development
- Podcasting
- Business Strategy
- Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Hr Consulting
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
- New Business Development
- Human Resources (hr)
Career Highlights
- Over 22 years of experience in leadership and culture transformation.
- Led EY's 'GigNow' program for agile work culture.
- ICF Professional Certified Coach with data-driven insights.
Work Experience
IBS Mumbai
Professor of Practice - Leadership & Future of Work (10 mos)
Advisory Board Member (Honorary) (4 yrs 1 mo)
Career Shifts Consulting
Founder & CEO (10 mos)
Gladwell Academy India
Managing Director (9 mos)
Career Shifts Podcast
Creator, Owner & Executive Producer (1 yr 10 mos)
Noble House Consulting Pte.
Chief Operating Officer (1 yr 2 mos)
Injala
Advisory Board Member (3 yrs 11 mos)
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Vice President - JSW School of Public Policy, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (1 yr 11 mos)
EY
Associate Director - Talent - GigNow Global Program Leader (1 yr 9 mos)
Senior Manager - People Advisory Services (2 yrs)
Target
Senior Manager (2 yrs 7 mos)
CGI
Human Resources Manager (1 yr 1 mo)
Deloitte
Assistant Manager Human Resources (2 yrs 11 mos)
Nomura Services India
Assistant Manager (10 mos)
Oracle
Consultant (10 mos)
Goldman Sachs
Senior Analyst (1 yr 7 mos)
Deloitte
Analyst (1 yr 6 mos)
Aon
Payroll Associate (1 yr 5 mos)
Three.
Customer Support Advisor (7 mos)
Education
Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management at Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Design Thinking: From Insights to Viability at Stanford University Graduate School of Business
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Adminstration at Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) at University of Mumbai
