Celebrating the 50 Most Influential HR Leaders at the People Excellence & Leadership Conference & Awards 2024
Mumbai, August 30, 2024 – The Orchid Hotel in Mumbai became the heart of inspiration and innovation as it hosted the People Excellence & Leadership Conference & Awards 2024. Known for honoring remarkable achievements in human resources, this prestigious event reached new heights this year with the announcement of the “50 Most Influential HR Leaders” list, a tribute to the visionaries transforming the future of work in India and beyond.
Bringing together HR leaders, industry experts, and thought leaders from across the country, the event celebrated excellence in human resources and leadership. The “50 Most Influential HR Leaders” list recognized the tireless efforts, strategic foresight, and innovative practices these leaders have introduced to their organizations, setting new standards in the industry.
Honoring the Trailblazers
The awardees came from a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Each leader demonstrated an exceptional ability to navigate the complexities of today’s dynamic work environments, fostering inclusive cultures, driving employee engagement, and implementing cutting-edge HR strategies.
These HR luminaries have not only adapted to the fast-evolving workplace but also led their organizations through transformative journeys, proving that effective leadership is the key to success in today’s competitive landscape.
List of 50 Most Influential HR Leaders
Below is a streamlined overview of the awardees, highlighting their designations and the organizations they represent:
| Name | Designation | Company |
| Prasanth Nair | CHRO | Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. |
| Anju Bhadoria | Director HR | Marelli India |
| Dr. Rajani Tewari | Chief People Officer | GreenCell Mobility |
| Ruhie Pande | Group CHRO & Head of Marketing & Communications | Sterlite Power |
| Bhushan Tripathi | CHRO | GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. |
| Sudipto Marjit | Group CHRO & Head of Business Excellence and Office of Strategic Management | Tata AutoComp Systems |
| Akshaya Kashyap | Chief People Officer | Future Generali India Insurance Company Ltd. |
| Dr. Subhash Mali | Chief People Officer | H K Designs India LLP |
| Savita Sharma | CHRO | API Holdings Ltd. |
| Ramakrishna Rao | Chief Learning Officer | PAGE Industries Limited |
| Dr. V P Rajkumar | CHRO & Head – CSR | IG Petrochemicals Ltd. |
| Manisha Shah | Group CHRO | Jupiter Hospital |
| Vidyashree Rai | Chief People and Culture Officer | Puretech Digital |
| Krishnan Nilakantan | Chief Learning Officer | Ramco Systems Ltd. |
| Latha Iyer | CHRO | Zaggle |
| Sonia Kulkarni | CHRO | Ingram Micro |
| Namita Patwari | CHRO | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Sachin Saxena | CHRO | Aakash Educational Services Ltd. |
| Pramodh Karumbaiah | CHRO | Acko |
| Parna Sabari Mishra | President HR | Transvolt Mobility |
| Mohit Kumar | President HR | Hindalco Industries Limited |
| Rajeev Mishra | CHRO | Hindustan Platinum |
| Shharad Dhakkate | CHRO | National Stock Exchange |
| Sweety Rath | ||
| Shraddha Reghe | Vice President – People Practices | Seclore |
| Anirban R Banerjee | Group VP Global HR | Goodrich Maritime Pvt. Ltd. |
| Akhila Ananth | Vice President – HR | Kotak General Insurance |
| Kavindra Pant | Vice President – HR | Shapoorji Pallonji Energy Pvt.Ltd. |
| Shilpa Amit Pai | SVP & Global HR Head | 3i-Infotech Ltd |
| Susmita Malik | Vice President – HR | [24]7.ai India |
| Dr. Reena Sanghvi | VP – Talent & Corporate HR Vertical Head | Aarti Industries Ltd. |
| Meena Kumari R | Vice President – HR | Hiver |
| Saharsh Shah | VP – HR & Talent Acquisition | EightyEight Pictures |
| Harsha Peter | Vice President – HR | Cornerstone OnDemand |
| Bindu Jacob | SVP – HR & Administration | UFO Moviez India Ltd. |
| Surbhi Dewan | Vice President HR | Ashiana Housing Limited |
| Shwetha Nayak | Senior Director- People Partner | Marsh McLennan |
| Dr. Lakshman Kumar Kodupaka | Senior Director Talent Acquisition – India & USA | Sutherland |
| Nidhi Vinod | Senior Director – Learning & OD- India & APAC | Epsilon |
| Gopinath P | Sr. Director Human Resources | Verizon |
| Daya Sajnani | Director – HR, Administration & Infrastructure | S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research |
| Abhay Mane | Director Talent Development | Govt Of India |
| Suguna Rajaram | Director of HR | VuNet Systems Pvt. Ltd |
| Hazel Ferreira | Director – People & Culture | Grant Thornton |
| Urooj Fatma | Director – Human Resources | Mercados Energy Markets India Pvt. Ltd. |
| Gurudutta Ray | Director – HR & CMD/YIL (offg.) | Yantra India Ltd. |
| Raeesa Naim | Director | Grant Thornton Bharat LLP |
| Jagdeep Chauhan | Director – Human Resources | P D Hinduja Hospital & MRC |
| Amar Pathak | Head, Talent Management, L & D | Viraj Profiles (P) Ltd. |
| Ramakrishnan Rajagopalan | Head HR & Admin | Go Fashion (Ind) Ltd |
| Kavita Pandya | Head – L&D & Talent Management | Borosil Ltd. |
| Kannan Aiyer | Head of HR | Amaha Health |
| Bosky Arora | Founder | Coach, Master Facilitator, OD Expert |
| Veera Reddy | Head – People and Culture | Incture Technologies |
| Dr. Anshul Goel | Group Head HR (Globe Group) | Globe Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. |
| Hemal Nayalkar | Head Learning and OD, Employee Engagement and DEI | HDFC Mutual Fund |
| Gopal Achary | Head Human Resources | Puranik Builders Ltd |
| Naveen Keshavaa | Head – People Excellence | Tally Solutions |
| Anuja Ghosh | Head HR | SBI Ventures Limited |
| Dr. Vrittee C Parikh | Associate. Prof (HR), HOD (HR), ISO (GMR) | Aditya Institute of Management Studies & Research |
| Neena Chakraborty | VP & Group Head HR | Rainbow Children’s Medicare Pvt Ltd |
Highlights of the Event
The People Excellence & Leadership Conference & Awards 2024 featured a dynamic array of panel discussions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities, making it an unmissable event for HR professionals. Key topics covered included the transformative impact of AI on work, the significance of health and well-being in the workplace, and the growing importance of corporate social responsibility.
One of the event’s standout moments was the panel discussion titled “AI is Transforming Work – How Do We Support People and Enhance Work?” Industry leaders shared their invaluable insights on the evolving role of HR in helping employees adapt to technological advancements. The discussion explored how HR can play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between technology and the human element, ensuring that innovation enhances, rather than disrupts, the work environment.
In conclusion, the People Excellence & Leadership Conference & Awards 2024 not only celebrated the achievements of the HR community but also provided a forward-looking platform for addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the future of work. With the unveiling of the “50 Most Influential HR Leaders” list, this event underscored the pivotal role that HR plays in shaping successful organizations and driving business transformation in the modern era.
