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Welcome to the Vantage Influencers Podcast channel, where we talk about employee engagement, compensation benefits, recruitment, and everything that concerns HR!
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In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, David Hanrahan, Senior Vice President of People Success at SolarWinds, shares valuable insights on how embedding mental health into company culture drives business success and long-term resilience. He discusses how HR leaders can create a supportive environment that enhances employee engagement, productivity, and overall organizational well-being. David highlights the critical role of prioritizing mental health in fostering a thriving workforce and building resilience in today's dynamic business landscape.
In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, Jason Desentz, Chief Human Resource Officer at Toshiba, shares valuable insights on how listening, learning, and vulnerability help build trust in HR leadership. He discusses how HR leaders can foster deeper connections with their teams and navigate change with empathy and authenticity. With his vast experience in leading HR functions globally, Jason emphasizes the critical role of active listening, continuous learning, and vulnerability in developing leadership that inspires trust and collaboration in today's fast-evolving work environment.
In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, Shubhra Singh, Head HRBP – Global Business at Sonata Software, shares insights on the skills leaders need to stay relevant in the age of transformation. She discusses how leaders can stay credible and human as technology, teams, and business expectations continue to shift. With her extensive experience in shaping global people strategies, Shubhra highlights the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and emotional intelligence in future-ready leadership.
Mentoring and coaching, two words often used interchangeably, yet they shape workplace culture in profoundly different ways. When you look closer, the nuances reveal powerful insights into how organizations can drive equity, nurture belonging, and boost retention. To dive into this layered conversation, I'm joined by Lindiwe Davis, Google's Culture Coach and a podcaster who's spent years guiding leaders and teams to build inclusive, thriving workplace cultures. With her expertise and passion for people, we explore how intentional mentoring and coaching can spark real, lasting change. Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, Surobheet Bhowmik, an HR leader with a decade of cross-industry experience, shares his insights on building a talent strategy that aligns with business goals. He discusses how HR leaders can bridge the gap between people, performance, and purpose to drive sustainable growth. Holding experiences across MNCs, Indian conglomerates, and high-growth startups, Surobheet highlights how aligning talent priorities with organizational vision can create a more agile, high-performing workforce.
Whenever we talk about the future of work, technology almost always takes center stage, AI, data, automation, all of it. But there's one important question: if everything becomes digital, then where does the human side of work fit in? Because at the end of the day, what makes work meaningful isn't just the tools we use, it's how we feel, how we connect, and how we grow. And that's exactly what we're exploring today: how do we build a workplace that's digitally enabled, but still deeply human? Joining us for this conversation is someone who knows this balance inside out- Sangeeta Shetty, Head of People & Culture (HR) – Global Practice & Delivery at Ascendion. Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
HR is more than just policies and paperwork—it's about people, purpose, and performance coming together to create workplaces where everyone wants to show up. Joining host Shabana in this episode is Ayesha Tallat, Founder of LinkedUp, sharing how a human-first HR approach transforms workplace culture, boosts engagement, and drives real business results. Discover how recognition, empathy, and agile leadership are reshaping the future of work. Tune in to learn practical strategies from a seasoned HR leader with 17+ years of experience across multinationals, startups, and family businesses in the Middle East, Pakistan, and Southeast Asia. Ayesha blends sharp business strategy with deep human connection—proving that when people feel valued, performance follows. Host: Shabana Shahnaz Guest: Ayesha Tallat, HR visionary, fractional HR partner, and career coach, passionate about building workplaces where people truly want to show up.
In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, Courtney King, Senior Vice President of People & Culture at BeatBox, discusses how recognition plays a crucial role in scaling company culture without losing its authenticity. She shares how HR leaders can drive growth while preserving core values during periods of hyper-growth, ensuring culture stays strong from the inside out.
You know, we often talk about company culture like it's this one big, unified thing. But the reality inside most organizations is way more nuanced. Sometimes, what you feel in one team is completely different from what you'd experience in another, even though they're technically part of the same company. That's where the idea of micro-culture becomes really interesting—and honestly, really important. So, to dive deeper into this, I'm really excited because today we have with us Rashi Ramani, Head of Human Resources at Care Insurance. She's someone who has seen these dynamics play out firsthand, and I think her perspective on how micro-cultures form, evolve, and even sometimes turn toxic is going to be super insightful. Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
Dive into the fast-evolving world of learning in the Middle East, where diverse cultures meet cutting-edge technology. This episode of the Vantage Influencers Podcast features our guest, Parth Sachdeva, Assistant Manager of Learning and Development at Americana Restaurants. Our host, Shabana, in conversation with Parth, discovers how companies are breaking barriers to build powerful, adaptable learning programs that spark growth, ignite mentorship, and prepare talent for the future—across borders and beyond expectations.
Step inside a candid conversation that unpacks the high-stakes world of Pay Transparency—where trust, power, and reputations hang in the balance. Join our host, Shabana in talks with our guest, Debolina Bhattacharya, a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager from BETSOL, as they peel back the layers of what it really takes to open the books on compensation without triggering chaos. From bold company experiments to hidden fears and game-changing strategies, this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast reveals why the future of fair pay is both a challenge and an opportunity you can't afford to ignore. Prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about compensation transparency.
You know, starting a new job used to mean getting your laptop, a quick orientation, and maybe a few awkward intros over coffee. But now? Onboarding has become a whole different game, especially in a world where remote work, AI tools, and culture-first thinking are reshaping the employee experience from Day One. So today, we're diving into what great onboarding actually looks like in 2025. What's changed, what matters more than ever, and how companies can get it right. And to unpack all of this with me is Aakash Thakur, Managing Director & CEO, TheHRBP Consulting & Advisory someone who's been in the HR space for years and brings some rich, real-world insight into what employees truly need when they're just getting started. Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
This episode of the Vantage Influencers Podcast features Shabana's engaging conversation with Sri Lak Jayathma, Lead – Employee Relations & Compensation, Al Fardan Exchange LLC, UAE, on the evolving dynamics of returning to office. The discussion peels back layers on the real motivations driving the return-to-office push and explores shifting power balances between employers and employees. It delves into how workplaces might adapt work models for productivity, flexibility, and collaboration amid evolving employee expectations. Sri Lak also casts an intriguing gaze toward the future, pondering whether a fully flexible work environment or traditional office setups will prevail. Host of the episode: Shabana Shahnaz
This episode of Vantage Influencers Podcast, featuring Andreas Binnmyr, Director of HR Transformation, Strategy, and Digital HR, EY, explores the concept of the "Netflix of HR," which refers to hyper-personalized employee experiences powered by AI, people analytics, and innovative technology. They emphasize the shift from traditional one-size-fits-all HR approaches to individualized, data-driven HR solutions that enhance internal mobility, career development, and productivity. Andreas highlights the importance of business alignment, governance, and change management for successful HR transformation through hyper-personalization.
We often hear people say "HR is evolving." But when you really zoom into moments of big change like rapid growth, layoffs, restructures, or mergers, it's clear that HR's role isn't just evolving, it's being tested. And maybe even redefined. The expectations placed on HR go way beyond policies and payroll now. They're expected to lead through ambiguity, navigate emotional waters, and still keep everything moving forward. So, in this episode, we're diving into what it truly means to lead HR in times of change. Not just from a strategic lens, but from a deeply human one. Joining me is Amrita Singh, Head of HR – Infotainment (JV) at Uno Minda. With rich experience across fast-paced, high-impact environments, she brings a grounded perspective on what it takes to steer people, culture, and processes through complexity while still keeping empathy at the center.
For years, HR has often been seen as the department that enforces policies, handles compliance, and occasionally gets blamed for saying 'no' too often. But that perception? It's evolving and so is the impact HR has on business. In today's episode, we're digging into a conversation that's long overdue: HR as a business enabler. What does it really mean to move beyond policy policing and step into a role that drives business strategy, growth, and innovation? To explore this transformation, we're joined by Shiroz Hamid, Human Resources Manager at Bukhatir Group, who brings a grounded, real-world perspective on how HR can move from the sidelines to the strategic core of an organization. Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
Unlike previous generations, Gen Z don't just want a job with good pay and benefits. They're looking for a more holistic experience. One that aligns with their values, supports their lifestyle, and, most importantly, makes them feel valued as individuals. This shift is forcing companies to rethink traditional rewards structures. So, having a conversation on this shift is important and that's exactly what we will explore in this episode. Joining me is Ravi Shankar Singh, Head HR & L&D Retail at Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd. He brings a wealth of experience and insight into how organizations can evolve their total rewards strategies to meet the expectations of today's workforce, especially Gen Z.
In this episode of the Vantage Influencers Podcast, Dr. Frank Gonzalez, Director of Culture, Opportunity, and Belonging at Yum! Brands explore the impact of unconscious bias on DEIB initiatives. We'll take a deep dive into how unconscious bias shapes everything from organizational culture to decision-making and discuss how training and adopting new tools can raise awareness and address these biases, as progressive organizations work to strengthen their DEIB efforts.
We talk a lot about high-performing teams, but are we measuring performance the right way? With evolving workplaces and shifting employee expectations, do traditional metrics like KPIs and performance reviews still reflect real success? Maybe it's time for a fresh approach—one that goes beyond numbers and focuses on culture, collaboration, and individual strengths. So, how do we build teams that don't just meet targets but truly thrive? To break it down, I'm joined by Shiva Sharma, People and Culture Advisor at Superbolter. Shiva brings deep expertise in shaping workplace cultures that drive both individual and team excellence. Let's dive in! Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
In this episode of the Vantage Influencers Podcast, Vineet Kumar, Regional Manager and Human Resources at AL Rashed Food Company, explores non-monetary motivators for keeping employees engaged. From recognizing achievements in meaningful ways to creating opportunities for growth and leadership, we'll uncover the powerful elements that can inspire greater commitment and passion among teams beyond paychecks.
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