ETPWLA 2023: Announcing the nominees for the HR Leader of the Year Award

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This year, the shortlisted nominees for the ETPWLA 2023 include Amrita Padda, Chief People Officer, Airtel; Pratibha Priyadarshini, Vice President, Human Resources, Shell India; Rajkamal Vempati, President and HR Head, Axis Bank; Raju Mistry, President and Global Chief People Officer, Cipla and Renu Bohra, Chief People Officer, DB Schenker. These exceptional women leaders have revolutionised conventional approaches to HR management and skillfully navigated the shifting tides of the industry, emerging triumphant.Amrita Padda, Chief People Officer, Airtel Amrita Padda, the Chief People Officer of Bharti Airtel India, brings a wealth of experience and notable accomplishments to her role.

With a strong background in HR, Padda has held key positions in renowned organisations such as Unilever, where she managed global HR for the procurement vertical and served as the head of HR for Unilever Philippines. Joining Bharti Airtel in 2021, Padda is responsible for shaping Airtel's ‘People Strategy’ as the company undergoes a digital transformation.

She has implemented innovative talent management processes, integrating seamless functioning across departments and leveraging technologies like Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. Under her leadership, Airtel has launched employee upskilling programmes, including the 5G Academy and the IP Academy initiatives.

Padda has successfully navigated complex challenges during the global pandemic, showcasing her resilience and leadership skills. With her expertise, Padda plays a vital role in driving Airtel's digital services agenda and fostering a dynamic and skilled workforce.Pratibha Priyadarshini, Vice President, Human Resources, Shell India Pratibha Priyadarshini, the Vice President of Human Resources