Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• As Co-founder of AddAptech Advisory, I partner with organizations across APAC and the Middle East to build strong leadership and strategic talent capabilities that fuel business transformation and growth.
• AddAptech is a boutique Executive Search and Talent Advisory firm specializing in leadership hiring, strategic recruitment, and workforce advisory for high-growth companies in technology, digital, hospitality, education, and manufacturing sectors.
• I work closely with Founders, CHROs, and Business Heads to deliver customized hiring strategies, ensuring cultural alignment and long-term success. My focus is on precision-driven search, speed, and strategic counsel — helping clients identify leaders who shape the future of their organizations.
• Recent Leadership Mandates Closed:
• Chief Product Officer – Technology Product Development Company
• Chief Human Resources Officer – Leading Hospitality & Construction Group
• Vice President - Information Technology - Leading Healthcare (RCM) MNC/GCC.
• Vice President – F&B Operations – Leading Hospitality Company
• Vice President – Legal – Hospitality Conglomerate
• Head – Government Relations – Hospitality Group
• Senior Director – Global Strategic Alliances – Technology Product Development Company
• Director of Sales – Government Business – Technology Product Development Company
• Director of Sales – GIS Business – Technology Product Development Company
• Director – Finance – Premier Indian B-School
• Director – Product & Technical Support – Product Development
• Country Lead – India Strategic Alliances – Product Development
• Associate Director – Digital Marketing – Premier Indian B-School
• Manager – Product & Technical Support – Technology Product Development Company
• Lead – HRBP – Technology Product Development Company
• Data Analytics Manager – Data Analytics Firm
• Focus Areas:
• Executive Search & Leadership Hiring
• Strategic Talent Advisory & Employer Branding
• Market Intelligence & Compensation Benchmarking
• GCC & Global Expansion Talent Strategies

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• At Locally Groomed, I lead growth strategy and business expansion for our corporate gifting vertical, helping organizations create meaningful and memorable gifting experiences that strengthen client, partner, and employee relationships.
• My role focuses on building scalable B2B gifting solutions — combining creativity, local craftsmanship, and customization to deliver gifts that align with brand identity and corporate culture.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement sales and go-to-market strategies to drive B2B revenue growth
• Lead client acquisition, account management, and strategic partnerships across industries
• Oversee vendor and stakeholder management to ensure quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency
• Identify market trends, create customized gifting solutions, and drive brand visibility
• We specialize in: Premium Corporate Gifting | Sustainable & Custom Designs | Festive Hampers | Brand Merchandise
• For customized gifting solutions, reach out at adarsh@locallygroomed.com
• #CorporateGifting #Leadership #B2BGifting #SustainableGifting #GrowthStrategy

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 · 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• Partnering with the Founding and Leadership Team at Hexnode to design and implement strategic talent acquisition initiatives that support the company’s rapid growth and organizational scaling.
• In this advisory capacity, I provide guidance on leadership hiring, team structuring, and recruitment strategy, ensuring alignment between people, business objectives, and company culture.
• Key Contributions:
• Spearheaded the design and execution of a comprehensive talent acquisition roadmap to support multi-functional expansion.
• Advised on executive and strategic hiring decisions across Product, Engineering, and Business functions.
• Collaborated closely with Co-Founders and CXOs to enhance the employer brand and strengthen the talent pipeline.
• Focus: Leadership Hiring | Talent Strategy | Organizational Scaling | Employer Branding

Apr 2022 – Dec 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

• Served as a Core Team Member for Stanton Chase across India and Singapore, leading executive search engagements within the Technology, Digital, and Industrial sectors. Partnered with CXOs and boards to deliver end-to-end leadership advisory encompassing Executive Search, Leadership Assessment, Succession Planning, Culture Evaluation, Board Advisory, and Board Assessment.
• Focused on identifying and placing transformative leaders across industries including SaaS, FinTech, Life Sciences, EV, and Manufacturing — combining strategic insight with market intelligence to help clients scale globally.
• Select Leadership Mandates Closed:
• CISO – Leading SaaS Multinational
• CFO – Global Trading Organization
• Managing Director – India Program – Multinational NGO
• Head – R&D / Head – eCommerce – Global Life Sciences Company
• Head – 3D Platform Delivery / Engineering Manager – AI & Computer Vision Start-up
• Head – Finance Shared Services – Leading Pharmaceutical Organization
• Site Head – India – Aerospace Multinational
• Managing Director – India – FinTech & Technology Firms
• Head – Powertrain Engineering – Electric Vehicle Manufacturer
• Vice President (C&B / Legal / Sales & Marketing) – Financial Services & Automotive Groups
• President – Listed Industrial Enterprise
• Core Expertise:
• Executive Search & Leadership Hiring
• Board & CXO Advisory
• Succession Planning & Assessment
• Market Intelligence & Stakeholder Management

Jun 2020 – May 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Led leadership search mandates across Technology, Telecom, Digital/Internet, Industrials, Pharma, and Consumer sectors, working with both Indian and global organizations (listed, privately held, and VC/PE-backed).
• Functional Expertise: CFO, HR, Strategy, Sales/Commercial, and Operations.
• Directed research and delivery for VP, SVP, CXO, and Board-level mandates.
• Managed and mentored a high-calibre research team across India and APAC.
• Built robust candidate and client networks, driving new business development.
• Developed deep market and talent insights within emerging and traditional industries.
• Executive Search · Leadership Hiring · Talent Strategy · Senior Stakeholder Management · Client Development

Apr 2014 – May 2020 · 6 yrs 1 mo

• Led the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for corporate functions across India, driving hiring strategy, candidate experience, and operational excellence for one of India’s fastest-growing broadband companies.
• Partnered with business and HR leaders to define talent requirements, streamline processes, and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes within defined SLAs.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Managed strategic sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding for mid-to-senior-level corporate roles across HR, Finance, Marketing, and Technology functions.
• Built and maintained strong stakeholder relationships with senior leadership and functional heads, ensuring alignment of talent needs with business priorities.
• Designed and implemented recruitment metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to track performance and hiring efficiency.
• Led vendor management initiatives — negotiating contracts, improving turnaround time, and enhancing vendor capabilities.
• Drove campus hiring programs, partnering with leading academic institutions to build entry-level talent pipelines.
• Ensured exceptional candidate experience through structured assessment and onboarding processes.
• Skills: Talent Acquisition · Strategic Hiring · Stakeholder Management · Vendor & Partner Relations · Campus Recruitment · Leadership Hiring

Aug 2012 – Mar 2014 · 1 yr 7 mos

• Managed recruitment operations and workforce planning across multiple regions — Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Delhi — ensuring smooth and timely delivery of manpower for large-scale rollouts and expansions.
• Collaborated with BU Heads to forecast talent requirements, design recruitment strategies, and improve hiring efficiency.
• Key Contributions:
• Executed high-volume and strategic hiring through a multi-channel approach — internal databases, referrals, social media, and external partners.
• Conducted competency mapping, market benchmarking, and salary analysis to maintain competitive hiring standards.
• Championed HRMS implementation, enhancing recruitment tracking and reporting efficiency.
• Led employer branding initiatives and employee referral programs to increase candidate engagement.
• Organized and managed campus drives to source fresh talent across technical and business roles.
• Skills: Talent Acquisition · Manpower Planning · Social Media Recruitment · Employer Branding · HR Technology Implementation · Team Leadership

Jun 2010 – Jul 2012 · 2 yrs 1 mo

• Began my professional journey with HR-One in 2006 as a Trainee Recruiter and grew through successive roles — Resource Consultant, Team Leader, Assistant Business Manager, Business Manager, and finally Resource Manager — over a span of six years.
• Led end-to-end recruitment and business development for permanent staffing mandates across diverse industries, delivering consistent results and building long-term client partnerships.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Managed full recruitment lifecycle — from requirement analysis to offer closure and onboarding — for mid-to-senior mandates.
• Conducted detailed talent mapping and research for niche roles across IT, Telecom, FMCG, and Engineering sectors.
• Built strong client relationships, regularly engaging with key stakeholders to forecast hiring needs and design search strategies.
• Drove business development and account management, expanding client portfolios and achieving revenue targets.
• Mentored and guided a team of recruiters, ensuring quality delivery and adherence to SLAs.
• Leveraged multiple sourcing channels — headhunting, networking, referrals, and job portals — to identify top talent.

Jun 2009 – Jun 2010 · 1 yr

Jun 2008 – Jul 2009 · 1 yr 1 mo

Jun 2007 – Jul 2008 · 1 yr 1 mo

Jun 2006 – Jul 2007 · 1 yr 1 mo