People and Culture Strategist

HR Transformation Expert

Kiran Aidhi, an HR Transformation Expert with over 25 years of experience, is renowned for her strategic foresight and agile leadership. Her expertise lies in aligning people strategies with business outcomes, leveraging Dialogic organisation Development to drive impactful solutions. Kiran’s empathetic approach and effective team management have enabled her to deliver transformative results.

A certified Independent Director, Kiran holds memberships and certifications from prestigious organisations, including the National Training Laboratory (US), International Coaching Federation (500+ coaching hours), WICCI, and Rotary International. She is also a Paul Harris Fellow and an active member of the Indian Institute of Applied Behavioral Sciences.

Kiran's latest book, Unmasked Leadership: Rediscover Yourself as a Leader, introduces the innovative 7 Lens Model, guiding leaders on a journey of self-discovery and legacy-building through People Values.

Her professional journey includes significant contributions to global firms like Tech Mahindra, Accenture, and Virtusa, culminating as Chief People Officer at KFintech. She has driven initiatives in performance management, leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and strategic HR policy planning.

Beyond her professional achievements, Kiran explores creativity through art therapy, painting, singing, and clay modeling. She curates the newsletter Rediscover Yourself, inspiring over 2100 subscribers with transformative insights and personal reflections. Embracing a lifelong learning ethos, Kiran is passionate about sharing knowledge to empower others.

Communications Expert

Employee Value Proposition 

(EVP) Strategist

Service Excellence Advisor

Charmaine Albuquerque is an HR professional with over 20 years of work experience spanning across the UAE and India and a PHRi certification from Human Resources – International, VA. She is a certified soft-skills trainer trained by Deloitte and holds a Global TEFL Certification from London.

With extensive experience in enhancing interpersonal skills, communication, and leadership abilities, Charmaine empowers individuals and teams to achieve their full potential. Her expertise in communication skills, emotional intelligence, leadership development, team building, conflict resolution, and customer service. She has had the opportunity to train adults from various countries to learn and communicate effectively in the English language.

Charmaine has an impressive track record of designing and delivering impactful training programs for a diverse range of organisations across industries. Her portfolio includes globally renowned companies such as Cognizant, Deloitte, Citicorp, SBI, UnitedHealth Group, English First, and Toshiba Plant Systems and Services Corporation, among many others. Charmaine’s ability to customize training content to meet the specific needs of her clients has earned her widespread recognition for driving performance improvement and fostering skill development. Her approach emphasizes practical, results-oriented strategies that empower employees to perform at their best while aligning with organisational goals.

She believes in giving back to society and has been involved in social media and content creation, and also facilitated programs for teens held by her Church in the UAE. Additionally she is a member of Kanara Entrepreneurs- Dubai Chapter, NHRD- Dubai Chapter and E3 Hubs - Dubai Chapter. 

She is currently pursuing her NLP Certification in addition to Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching Certification.

Leadership Development Expert 

NLP Certified Coach 

OD Consultant 

Medhika Sood, with 14+ years of experience as an L&D-OD and Talent Management practitioner, is recognized for her ability to design and implement impactful, systems-thinking-driven solutions. 

She specializes in Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Organisational Diagnosis, Change Management, and fostering business growth through people strategies.

She holds certifications in Organisational Development and Change Management from TISS, ACC from ICF, and DEandI from FICCI, alongside other professional credentials that establish her as a credible LandOD expert, facilitator, and coach.

Currently exploring entrepreneurial avenues, Medhika consults independently and collaborates with boutique firms on leadership and organisational projects. Previously, she held key roles, including Global Talent Management and LandD Leader at Uniphore, Learning Specialist at Cloudtail, OD-LandD Partner at Tata Teleservices, and HRBP at Wipro.

Her notable achievements include driving revenue growth and cost reduction through Leadership Development initiatives and earning recognition for cultural assimilation and digitization projects. Beyond work, Medhika is passionate about road trips, theatre, scuba diving, adventure sports, journaling, and self-discovery.

Guided by values like Integrity, Authenticity, Growth, Spirituality, and Curiosity, Medhika combines her multifaceted expertise with a commitment to fostering human and business excellence, making her an asset to organisations embracing innovative solutions.

ICF - PCC 

Quality and Process Expert 

NLP Master Practitioner

Instructional Designer

With over 30 years of experience in HR facilitation, consulting, and coaching, Nakkeeran is a seasoned expert in driving personal and professional excellence across industries like IT, Manufacturing, BPO, and Services. Specializing in performance enhancement, executive decision-making, and change management, he has coached managers at all levels to overcome challenges and achieve success.

A Certified Professional Coach (PCC, ICF) and NLP Master Practitioner, Nakkeeran's credentials include Six Sigma Green Belt, TEIQ Practitioner, PAPI Trainer, Harrison Assessment and Belbin Team Roles credentials, Hofstede Cultural Ambassador, PMP Practitioner, Instructional Designer, and SHL Development Center Assessor. He is also a Lead Assessor and TQM Assessor.

Nakkeeran has authored a white paper on “Designing Coaching Actions” (International Coaching Conference, 2014) and booklets on Kaizen, 5S, and CRM, alongside contributions on TQM, Quality Circles, and call center attrition.

As a Life and National Council member of ISTD and an HRD Network member, he is passionate about empowering individuals and giving back to the community through pro-bono coaching for schools, NGOs, and organisations for the visually challenged. 

His dedication to enabling growth is evident in all his endeavors.

Research Scholar

Passionate Educator

Mentor

Associate Director of Research at the School of Business, Woxsen University, Hyderabad, India, is a certified HR analytics expert with over 16 years of experience in academia, industry, and research. She has made significant contributions to her field.

She has authored more than 50 research papers, book chapters, and case studies. 

She has been honoured with the “Outstanding Young Woman Management Researcher Award” at IIM Kozhikode, along with multiple best paper awards from prestigious institutions like IISc, Bangalore, Pondicherry University, MDI, and Rajagiri Business School, Kochi, India

Dr. Shaheen has been an invited speaker at both national and international forums, including Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, and Fiji National University, IIFT Delhi and National Institute of Rural Development, Hyderabad. 

She also holds the Chair Professorship under Dr. Arnold Bakker at Erasmus University, Rotterdam. Recently, she led an industry project with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Woxsen University, where she developed "Algo Leaders" and identified post-COVID leadership competencies.

As a passionate educator, Dr. Shaheen emphasizes holistic student development through experiential learning and has mentored over 150 students, with one of her projects being recognized among the Top 100 Digital Projects of India by the Indian Government.

She also serves as a Mentor of Change for NITI Aayog, a key think tank of the Indian Government.

Certified Language Coach

Celta Teacher

Facilitator 

Aditya Chaganti is a Certified Neurolanguage® Coach, CELTA teacher, and pronunciation specialist dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to communicate with confidence and clarity. Aditya specializes in creating tailored language coaching roadmaps that align with clients' unique learning styles, communication goals, and professional aspirations.

Being an expert at Neurolanguage® coaching, she employs brain-friendly methods to enhance language learning and retention. This plays a big role in focusing on the physical aspects of sounds and muscular coordination for accurate articulation, which is a key area in pronunciation coaching. This in turn helps one to articulate well and promotes genuine connections and the expression of valued ideas. 

Adityas coaching extends beyond language to help clients unlock leadership potential. Her tailored programs focus on enhancing critical skills like impactful presentations, diplomatic communication, and effective business writing. These abilities empower her clients to thrive in professional environments, build credibility, and achieve greater success in their careers.

Aditya’s global perspective, shaped by her multicultural experiences, adds depth to her coaching. Born in India, she spent several years in the Netherlands before moving to the United States, where she currently resides with her family. Her international exposure enables her to connect with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, providing a unique understanding of global communication challenges and opportunities.

With a strong foundation in linguistic principles and a passion for helping people succeed, Aditya is dedicated to transforming how individuals and teams communicate. Her approach is client-centered, results-driven, and focused on creating a lasting impact by enabling effective, confident, and authentic communication in personal and professional settings.

Career Transformation Specialist

Student Success Champion

Versant specialist

Shikha Grover is an accomplished IT/ITeS professional with 13+ years of experience in leading and managing large teams within the US healthcare industry. She specializes in people management, operations, and strategic planning, consistently exceeding organisational goals and fostering career growth for her teams.

A double postgraduate (MBA from Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, and MCom from Osmania University), Shikha is a Certified Green Belt Six Sigma, Microsoft Project Management Professional, and has completed the Women in Leadership Program from IIM Ahmedabad. 

Her expertise spans building high-performing teams, navigating complex regulatory frameworks, and optimizing operational efficiency.

Shikha is the creator of the "Campus to Corporate" program, helping students transition smoothly into corporate roles by equipping them with essential tools and skills. She has trained 3K+ of undergraduates and graduates in interview skills, behavioral competencies, 

and Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel (Basic and Advanced). Her signature Versant Training program has been a standout offering in colleges across India.

With experience at ING Vysya Bank (now Kotak Bank), ADP, and Conduent Technologies, Shikha now actively trains students and develops custom learning solutions for corporates. 

She also creates pitch decks, company profiles, and social media content for businesses.

People and Operations Lead

Organisational Efficiency Specialist

Client Relations Expert

Results-driven professional with over 10 years of versatile experience spanning Human Resources, Sales Coordination, Credit Control, and Customer Relations. Adept at managing multi-functional teams, streamlining operations, and fostering client relationships to achieve organisational objectives. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills, with a strong focus on improving business processes, driving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Skilled in recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, policy drafting, performance management, and revenue recovery, with a proven track record of exceeding targets and earning recognition for excellence. Successfully designed and implemented HR policies that improved employee retention and workplace productivity. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems, MS Office Suite, and data analytics to support decision-making and strategy formulation.

Recognized for excellence in stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and delivering customer-centric solutions. Consistently achieved and surpassed revenue targets by identifying growth opportunities, negotiating client agreements, and building lasting professional relationships.

A self-motivated team player with excellent analytical and communication skills, committed to organisational growth and personal development. 

Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and deliver impactful results, making a significant contribution to organisational success.