Sonia Ahlawat has been appointed Managing Director at PwC India.
Sonia Ahlawat brings nearly 20 years of experience in people strategy, transformation, and leadership across global organizations. She will now focus on enhancing people effectiveness within PwC’s Deals Strategy practice.
Prior to PwC, Sonia served as Director at Deloitte, where she led key HR transformation programs. Her diverse career spans leadership roles at Middle East Internet Group, CMGRP India, Quest Diagnostics, and InterGlobe Enterprises.
Anshul Kaushesh has joined Ness Digital Engineering as Vice President and Global Head of Marketing.
With over 20 years of global experience in strategic marketing, brand development, and growth strategy in the tech sector, she will now lead global marketing initiatives focused on brand building and demand generation aligned with business goals.
Rohit Suri has been appointed Chief Human Resources Officer at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited
With over 25 years of HR leadership experience at organizations like Netflix, Paytm, GroupM, Turner, and dentsu International, Rohit brings a wealth of expertise in talent strategy, M&A integration, and culture transformation.
he will oversee strategic HR initiatives aligned with long-term business priorities, reporting directly to CEO Punit Goenka.
He most recently led India talent strategy at Netflix and is known for driving data-driven HR transformation, leadership development, and culture change. His work has been recognized by Harvard Business Review and IMD Business School.
Shamita Mukherjee has joined Firstsource Solutions as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective 5 May 2025.
With over 30 years of experience in HR, entrepreneurship, and consulting—including a global leadership role at Infosys BPM—Shamita brings deep expertise in talent strategy, organisational design, and people transformation.
At Firstsource, she will lead strategic HR initiatives aligned with the company’s UnBPO™ vision, focusing on employee enablement, future-ready skills, and a culture of innovation and adaptability.
As Firstsource strengthens its position in the BPM space, Shamita’s leadership will be key to shaping a people-first, growth-driven workforce.
Ketan Somani joins Bounteous as President – Strategic Industries and Regional CEO for EMEA & APAC – a premier digital transformation consultancy.
In his new role, Ketan will drive strategic growth across key sectors, including Financial Services, Media & Telecom, and others, while advancing Bounteous’ operations across EMEA and APAC. He will also lead the firm’s AI-led innovation initiatives, accelerating the adoption of scalable, intelligent solutions that enhance agility and efficiency.
Ketan’s appointment underscores his strategic vision and his unwavering commitment to building resilient, tech-enabled organizations across multiple geographies.
VENKA REDDY joins QualiZeal as Chief People Officer
With 25+ years of experience, Reddy will lead global HR operations, focusing on building a future-ready workforce, strengthening leadership, and scaling to 3,500+ employees by 2028. His vision aligns with our commitment to creating a high-performing, people-first culture that fuels sustainable growth.
Shivam Chhabra has been appointed as Vice President – Human Resources at Mrproptek, Shivam will play a key role in driving the company’s mission to build a future-ready workforce.
Shivam joins CEO Mr. K.S. Bhatia and CPO Aagman Bhatia in leading Mrproptek’s global expansion across India and Dubai. This strategic move aligns with the company’s commitment to innovation, agility, and a people-first approach.
Arnav Sharma has assumed the role of Chief of Staff to the CEO & MD at Tech Mahindra, bringing over 10 years of experience in strategic marketing and leadership. Having previously served as Global Head of Strategic Marketing Programs, Brand Marketing, and CEO Communications at Tech Mahindra.
With senior roles at Tata Consultancy Services, Dell Technologies, and Wipro, Arnav has helped shape business transformation strategies, drive branding initiatives, and enhance communication efforts.