CHROs: Shied Protecting Businesses & Solving People Challenges

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Tuesday, 13 February 2024

We are living in an era when the business and employment is undergoing a paradigm shift. Employees today need much more than financial compensation. They are looking for feedback, engagement and inspiration at work. Especially, post the global pandemic work-places have had to face tough challenges including ‘the great resignation’, emergence of WFH & hybrid work model etc. addressing these challenges successfully requires a visionary leadership from people leaders within organizations.

The role of an HR leader has thus, undergone a sea of change. The modern day CHRO is a business ally who contributes to the bottom line and ensures that a strong work-force & work-culture is cultivated. The current edition of Women Entrepreneur India introduces readers to some of the most noteworthy modern day CHROs. On the cover we have Farzeen Khan, CHRO, Being Human Clothing. Farzeen holds a graduate degree in Commerce from Mumbai University, complemented by an MBA in HR and finance from NMIMS. Her commitment to continuous learning is evident in her pursuit of a PG Diploma from TISS and currently pursuing a PhD. She acknowledges the importance of her supportive family, a factor she considers crucial for the growth of married women in the corporate world.

Sonal Jain, Global CHRO, EPL Limited is another experience woman HR leader whose journey has been highlighted in the magazine edition. Sonal brings 19 + years of HR experience across global, regional and country roles spanning across Tech, FMCG, Healthcare and now Packaging industry. She holds certifications as ICF ACC Coach, recognized as a ‘Top 10 CHRO in India 2023 Trade Flock’, ‘Star Alumni of University Business School in 2018’, ‘Top 100 HR Leader 40Under40 by Jombay’.

Joining them is Esha Nair, Chief Human Resource Officer, Fermion Infotech. Esha brings a wealth of experience to the realm of IT and non-IT recruitment, having navigated diverse sectors and gained insights into their unique cultures and norms. Known for her keen understanding of client requirements, she demonstrates a proactive approach in undertaking tasks assigned to her for the company's advancement. Esha upholds principles of honesty, sincerity, and hard work as her guiding mantra.

We also highlight the professional journey of Nobina Banerjee, CHRO, Rentokil PCI. Nobina is a dynamic and creative HR professional boasting 17 years of experience and proficiency in steering global people strategies, policies, and initiatives in leadership, talent management, and organizational change. She excels in collaborating with business entities to ensure effective HR delivery and operations across multiple global units.

Anjali Banga, CHRO, Wonder Cement also joins the list of most influential women CHROs. Anjali brings over 26 years of transformative HR expertise across IT, Telecom, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing. With a global footprint encompassing India, Gulf Countries, Europe, Asia, and the USA, Anjali is a strategic leader shaping organizational success. Read in-depth conversations with these HR experts in the current edition of Women Entrepreneur India.

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