Leadership

Former Bharat Electronics CMD V. Gowtama Mannava joins Olee.Space as strategic production advisor
Olee.Space, a photonics and defense technology firm, has appointed Venkateswara Gowtama Mannava, former Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Electronics Limited, as its Strategic Production Advisor. With over four decades of experience, Gowtama will guide Olee.Space in developing advanced defense electronic systems, including LIDAR and secure communication networks, aligning with India's self-reliance vision.

TVS Capital Funds announces leadership promotions in investment and finance
TVS Capital has promoted Suraj Majee and Ravi Krishnan to Principal. Majee moves from Vice President in Investments, having joined in 2016. Krishnan is elevated from Vice President in Finance.

How CFOs and CHROs can maximise employee CTC without increasing OpEx
In India's competitive talent landscape, take-home pay is now more crucial than CTC. Companies can boost employee financial well-being and retention by strategically reconfiguring pay through Flexible Benefit Plans (FBPs). A high-tech, automated FBP optimizes tax benefits, increases in-hand salary, and enhances employee engagement without increasing operational expenses, benefiting both CFOs and CHROs.

Why India is emerging as the ideal hub for GBS and GCCs
India has evolved into a global epicenter for Global Business Services (GBS) and Global Capability Centers (GCCs), transitioning from cost-saving offshore centers to strategic innovation hubs. This shift is reshaping the global business landscape, with GCCs driving digital transformation and operational excellence for multinational corporations.

Are women truly empowered in leadership, or just riding a new wave of bias
Women have made significant strides and built business empires. Yet, the question persists: are they truly empowered?

Leadership with Heart: The awakening of the soul in business
Not only do empathetic leaders lead by example in pressure cooker situations, they also have a knack for using emotional intelligence.

Big business is facing a big idea drought
The last flurry of new thinking arguably came in the early 2000s with the invention of Agile in the tech world and the discovery of new markets in the emerging world.

AI, ESG, and IDE: The challenges and opportunities CEOs must navigate for business growth
CEOs face the unenviable task of anticipating future trends, growing the business, making it sustainable, and insulating the business and its people against possible disruptions – all at once.

NEXT by Onsurity: Meet the 10 CHROs that are Breaking the Box
NEXT is India’s first hybrid community for leaders, entrepreneurs and technophiles. Read to know more

Merisis appoints Ruchir Kapoor to strengthen its fintech practice, wealth management foray
Kapoor comes with 20+ years of rich experience across Wealth Management, Fintech, NBFC, Trade and SME banking and has led large teams across multiple geographies.
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Woman in the board room – Is it mission accomplished? not yet
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Raj Subramaniam to become President, CEO of FedEx Corporation
Subramaniam was elected to the FedEx Board of Directors in 2020 and will maintain his seat on the Board. Prior to his role as President and Chief Operating Officer of FedEx Corp., he was President and Chief Executive Officer of FedEx Express.

Woovly expands leadership team, gets new associate director
The company uses social media platforms to empower micro and nano content and creates a holistic experience by combining content, community, and e-commerce.

Confronting risks: What should CEOs keep in mind
Flexibility at the workplace has become a top priority, more than ever before. Businesses in India are mindful of the fact that people are at the core of organisational success and are working to safeguard the workforce.

Covid impact: Why your business urgently needs a succession plan
Given the uncertainties we face; it is wise to plan for a time when you may not be around to lead your business.