Smitha Yerragunta

Background

About Smitha Yerragunta

Co-founded a successful Startup in India for over 10 years with over 130 + employees. A strategic and transformational leader for two decades with multinational multi-cultural matrix organizations driving the growth and success through people strategies employee engagement and fostering a culture to achieve business objectives. Change management expert -fostering a cultural change which aligns to the values and Company culture. Employee Relations champion- conducted objective and fair investigations thus reducing legal risks and liabilities for the company. Strategy Architect in developing innovative HR initiatives and orchestrating various HR COE’s to achieve goals for reasons as diverse as streamlining Operations building employee morale controlling attrition and building capability and efficiencies. Coached and mentored C-level management & HR team members on various aspects in order to drive and build a competitive BU aligned with the Company’s vision. Managed various stake holders effectively by strengthening the relationships adding to the success of business function. Facilitated Company acquisitions – Integrated cultures and values of the Companies ensuring smooth transition of the employees and effective restructuring of the parent organization.