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Satish Kannan

Chief People Officer@Bounteous | People & Culture | Infosys | Tech Mahindra | Wharton CHRO Program

Accolite•Bangalore Urban district, India

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Experience25+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

As a seasoned Global HR Leader with extensive experience in managing and developing talent across multiple geographies, I have successfully led teams in high-tech environments within the APAC and EMEA regions. My career spans both specialist and generalist HR roles, where I have worked in diverse industries and complex, matrixed organizations, building and executing talent strategies that align with organizational goals. Currently, in my role as the HR leader for the Global Markets & EMEA, I am responsible for driving talent strategy and capability building for global markets, focusing on sales professionals and also drive Talent Strategy for the EMEA region. I specialize in the design and deployment of talent strategies, supporting key talent acquisition, and managing organizational design, performance management, and employee experience. My expertise extends to workforce planning, culture and change management, career management, leadership & succession planning, and M&A HR projects. Additionally, I have significant experience in staff transitions, new country setups, and driving HR operations through shared services. My leadership has been instrumental in initiatives such as Infosys' Top Employer Branding campaign globally. With advanced education, including a CHRO Program from Wharton Executive Education and an HR Transformation Program from Cornell University, I bring a deep understanding of HR leadership, strategy, and transformation to drive business growth and organizational success.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • AccoliteCurrent
    Dec 2024–Present· 1 yr 11 mos
    • Executive Vice President, Chief People OfficerCurrent
      Dec 2024–Present
  • Aug 2009–Dec 2024· 15 yrs 4 mos
    • Vice President & Head HR - Global Markets, Europe & MEA
      Oct 2022–Dec 2024
    • Associate Vice President, HR Head - Global Markets, EMEA & Infosys Consulting
      2018–Dec 2022
    • HR Business Leader, EMEA & APAC
      2015–Dec 2019
    • Manager, Business Human Resources
      Apr 2011–Dec 2014
    • Sr. Unit HR Manager - Business Partner
      Aug 2009–Mar 2011
  • Oct 2002–Aug 2009· 6 yrs 10 mos
    • Regional Head - HR, Greater China
      Apr 2006–Aug 2009
    • Manager HR - Banking Group
      Oct 2002–Mar 2006
  • Nov 2000–Oct 2002· 1 yr 11 mos
    • Senior Executive, Human Resources
      Nov 2000–Oct 2002

Education

Chief Human Resources Program

Wharton Executive Education

HR Transformation Program

Human Resources Development

Cornell University

GP HR (Global Professional in HR)

Strategic HR Management, Global TA, Global C&B, OE and Workforce Relations.

HRCI (HR Certification Institute)

Masters

Human Resource Management/Personnel Management

University of Madras

Bachelor of Commerce

Commerce, Accounting.

University of Madras

ICWA (Inter)

Cost Accounting

Institute of Cost Accountants of India

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Satish Kannan
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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Strategic Human Resource PlanningTalent StrategyLeadershipHRBManagementHuman Capital ManagementRecruitingTalent ManagementHuman ResourcesEmployee RelationsBenefits NegotiationPerformance ManagementTalent AcquisitionPerformance AppraisalHR PoliciesHuman Resources (HR)Employee EngagementChief Human Resources Officer