Jaya Azad (she/her) 

 Global Head (People & Culture)

 “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did but people will never forget how you made them feel” – Maya Angelou

.Jaya is a transformative HR leader with over two decades of experience driving human capital excellence across diverse industries, including Automotive, FMCG, Media, and Consulting. Her expertise spans Strategic HR, Organizational Culture, Capability Building, Workforce Design, Talent Management, and Mental Health & Wellbeing.

A passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Jaya has consistently championed equitable workplaces and empowered individuals through strategic HR initiatives. As a female leader who has excelled in traditionally male-dominated industries like manufacturing and automotive, she has broken barriers and paved the way for greater gender representation in leadership roles. Her efforts to promote gender equity and inclusive work environments have earned recognition and set benchmarks for organizations aspiring to build diverse leadership pipelines.

Jaya is deeply committed to people-centered workplaces and compassionate leadership, believing that HR should be a strategic business partner that drives organizational growth while fostering an environment where diverse experiences and perspectives thrive.
Through her work, Jaya has not only driven organizational success but has also made a lasting impact by promoting inclusive cultures, enabling individuals to thrive, and fostering societal change.

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