Haraprasad Panda

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About Haraprasad Panda

Haraprasad Panda, MRICS brings an impressive range of experiences across various functions, geographies, and rapid-change environments. His 25-year career spans diverse industries such as IT/ITES, BFSI, Pharma, FMCG, Aviation & Hospitality across India. Known for streamlining operations, stimulating businesses, & enhancing productivity, Haraprasad excels in Corporate Services, Staffing Solutions, Facilities Management, Security Management, e-Governance, and overall Human Capital Management. His expertise includes P&L Management, Strategy, Business Development, Program Management, Change Management, and Business Transformation. His problem-solving, organisational, consultative, and collaboration skills have consistently delivered top-notch results. With an unwavering eye for opportunity, Haraprasad leaves no stone unturned in improving the bottom line. Haraprasad is a regular blogger and speaker on current affairs and industry best practices. He is also a Certified Independent Director, by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. A strong believer in India's business potential, Haraprasad actively networks, connects, and advises entrepreneurs and start-ups. He champions diversity & inclusion, strengthening relationships with colleagues and clients. Passionate about knowledge sharing, community building, and youth empowerment, Haraprasad is a member and founder of several prestigious forums and industry bodies, including CII, RICS, IFMA, SCSC, HMA, GACS, CXO Club, INFHRA, Credtech, HR India, and FSAI. His career has impactful stints at Sodexo, KARVY, Computershare (Kfintech), Dell, and Ramoji Film City, where he implemented automation, innovation, and sustainability across business functions. Haraprasad's committed efforts have earned him numerous accolades, including NASSCOM recognition, the Global Green Oscar Award, the Innovative Leader Award, the Indian Achiever’s Award, the Country President Award on Diversity & Inclusion, Silver Certification on Lean Management, the CEO of the Year Award, and the Best Professional IKON Award. These recognitions are a testament to his excellence in services. Currently, as Executive President of Kapston, an NSE-listed company, Haraprasad drives the company's direction, strategy, growth, operations, program management, change, and P&L management. Since joining Kapston, Haraprasad has driven remarkable growth, increasing turnover from less than ₹200 CR/PA to an expected revenue of ₹900 CR & workforce current year. Today, he is more enthusiastic than ever about bringing in meaningful improvements and driving changes.