Kavita Kurup
Chief People Officer | Transformation & Talent Strategist | Angel Investor | Future of Work Futurist | LinkedIn Top Voice
Cyient•Hyderabad
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I believe the future of work is not just built — it is felt. As Chief People Officer at Cyient, I lead the people strategy that fuels growth, transformation, and care for thousands of associates across the globe. My role goes beyond People Practices — it is about shaping an ecosystem where business outcomes and human potential accelerate each other. I partner with our Board and Executive Leadership to reimagine talent — from workforce planning and leadership development to digital-first employee experiences. My mandate is to create a culture that attracts, develops, and retains world-class talent, while embedding innovation, empathy, and accountability into every layer of the organization. At Cyient, what excites me most is designing the future-ready workforce: Building skills-based organizations that can thrive in disruption. Leveraging AI and technology to enhance — not replace — human capability. Developing leaders who lead with both clarity and care. My purpose is clear: to make work life better for every Cyient associate by combining strategy with humanness, and vision with execution. Beyond work, I am a student of Indian Aesthetics — exploring art, history, philosophy, and culture — because leadership, like art, is about interpreting the world in ways that inspire new possibilities. I am always open to conversations on the future of work, leadership, and the human–technology interplay. Let’s connect.
Career Timeline
- CyientCurrentMay 2025–Present· 1 yr 4 mos
- Chief People OfficerCurrentMay 2025–Present
- Feb 2019–May 2025· 6 yrs 3 mos
- Global Head Human Resources & Corporate CommunicationApr 2020–May 2025
- Global Head - Talent & Organizational TransformationFeb 2019–Apr 2020
- Dec 2014–Feb 2019· 4 yrs 2 mos
- Senior Vice President & Chief Learning OfficerDec 2014–Feb 2019
- May 2012–Dec 2014· 2 yrs 7 mos
- Head - Organisational Development & LearningMay 2012–Dec 2014
- Sep 2009–May 2012· 2 yrs 8 mos
- Head - Learning & Development, Asset Management(Technlogy & Operations)Sep 2009–May 2012
- 2007–2009· 2 yrs
- Senior Manager - Training (Consumer Banking)2007–2009
- 2006–Nov 2006· 10 mos
- Citigold Service Relationship Manager2006–Nov 2006
- Apr 2000–2006· 5 yrs 9 mos
- Central Training Manager; Branch Operations ManagerApr 2000–2006
- 2000–Apr 2000· 3 mos
- Probationary Clerk2000–Apr 2000
- Mar 1998–Dec 1999· 1 yr 9 mos
- VolunteerMar 1998–Dec 1999
Education
AI Strategies for Business Transformation
Artificial Intelligence
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of ManagementLeading in an AI Augmented World
Artificial Intelligence
EmeritusPost Graduate Certificate - The Indian Temple
Jnanapravaha MumbaiAdvanced Management Program
Business Administration and Management, General
Harvard Business SchoolChief Human Resources Officer Program
Human Resources Management and Services
The Wharton SchoolPost Graduate Diploma in Indian Aesthetics
Jnanapravaha MumbaiPGDBM
Banking & Management
SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)Customer Centric Marketing - Strategies for Profitable Growth
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
The Wharton SchoolBCOM
University of MumbaiPursuing Internship in Organzational Development
Organizational Behavior Studies
Sumedhas