Kavita Kurup

Kavita Kurup

Chief People Officer | Transformation & Talent Strategist | Angel Investor | Future of Work Futurist | LinkedIn Top Voice

CyientHyderabad

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Experience28+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

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

Professional employment history
  • CyientCurrent
    May 2025–Present· 1 yr 4 mos
    • Chief People OfficerCurrent
      May 2025–Present
  • Feb 2019–May 2025· 6 yrs 3 mos
    • Global Head Human Resources & Corporate Communication
      Apr 2020–May 2025
    • Global Head - Talent & Organizational Transformation
      Feb 2019–Apr 2020
  • Dec 2014–Feb 2019· 4 yrs 2 mos
    • Senior Vice President & Chief Learning Officer
      Dec 2014–Feb 2019
  • May 2012–Dec 2014· 2 yrs 7 mos
    • Head - Organisational Development & Learning
      May 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 Manager
      2006–Nov 2006
  • Apr 2000–2006· 5 yrs 9 mos
    • Central Training Manager; Branch Operations Manager
      Apr 2000–2006
  • 2000–Apr 2000· 3 mos
    • Probationary Clerk
      2000–Apr 2000
  • Mar 1998–Dec 1999· 1 yr 9 mos
    • Volunteer
      Mar 1998–Dec 1999

Education

AI Strategies for Business Transformation

Artificial Intelligence

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

Leading in an AI Augmented World

Artificial Intelligence

Emeritus

Post Graduate Certificate - The Indian Temple

Jnanapravaha Mumbai

Advanced Management Program

Business Administration and Management, General

Harvard Business School

Chief Human Resources Officer Program

Human Resources Management and Services

The Wharton School

Post Graduate Diploma in Indian Aesthetics

Jnanapravaha Mumbai

PGDBM

Banking & Management

SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)

Customer Centric Marketing - Strategies for Profitable Growth

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

The Wharton School

BCOM

University of Mumbai

Pursuing Internship in Organzational Development

Organizational Behavior Studies

Sumedhas

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