In this episode, we're excited to welcome Andraya, founder of The Elevated Learning Experience. Before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey, she made her mark with companies like PepsiCo, Samsung, Fierce Lab and many more driving impactful L&D initiatives.

In our conversation, we’ll explore her transition from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, her unique framework for transformative learning, and how risk-taking and cross-disciplinary skills have shaped her approach to learning and development. We’ll also dive into her advice for aspiring L&D professionals, her thoughts on design thinking in the field, and her vision for the future of L&D.

Learn more about The Elevated Learning Experience framework at https://www.elx-global.com/.

In this episode, we're excited to welcome Abraham, the President and Centre Director for HSBC GSC Philippines. With an impressive career spanning roles at Accenture, HP, ICICI, GE Capital, and Mahindra, Abraham brings a wealth of experience to the table. His educational background is equally remarkable, having studied at prestigious institutions like Wharton, IIM Bangalore, Symbiosis, and more. In this episode, he'll be sharing insights from his journey, his perspectives on diversity and inclusion in organizations, the future of L&D, and much more.

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Shalini Singh, a seasoned HR leader with nearly 20 years of experience spanning banking, technology, healthcare, and consulting. Currently, she heads Learning & Development and Diversity & Inclusion at National Australia Bank in India. Shalini’s impressive career includes roles at HSBC Technology, UnitedHealth Group, Natwest Group, Aon Hewitt, and Confluence, complemented by her degree in Psychology from Lady Shriram College and an MBA from IMT Ghaziabad.

Join us as we delve into Shalini's journey, discuss overcoming the fear of failure, explore career choices, and bridge the gap between education and the corporate world. We’ll also get her insights on the future of work and thriving in Learning & Development.

Please Note : All views expressed by the guest are personal and do not represent the opinions or positions of her company or organization.

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Afsha Dokadia, a seasoned professional currently part of Accenture with a notable history at L&T Hydrocarbon. Dr. Dokadia's rich background includes professorships at esteemed institutions like IMI and Tata Institute. She brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective from her journey through academia to the corporate world. Join us as we delve into Dr. Dokadia's inspiring journey, exploring her innovative initiatives such as E-learning tournaments, the importance of understanding learning styles and preferences, and the crucial role of functional mentoring. We'll also tackle the challenges posed by toxic learning cultures and much more. Get ready for an insightful conversation that promises to enlighten and inspire. Let's dive in!

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Sajjan Singhvi, a distinguished professor in sales and marketing with over five decades of experience. Dr. Singhvi began his career as an area manager in the corporate world before transitioning to academia, where he has trained students and professionals at leading institutes and companies globally. In this special two-part series, Dr. Singhvi sits down with Ajay Aggarwal to share his wisdom and stories, from his childhood to his corporate career. He also discusses his unconventional teaching methods, his approach to keeping courses industry-ready through collaboration, and much more.

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Sajjan Singhvi, a distinguished professor in sales and marketing with over five decades of experience. Dr. Singhvi began his career as an area manager in the corporate world before transitioning to academia, where he has trained students and professionals at leading institutes and companies globally. In this special two-part series, Dr. Singhvi sits down with Ajay Aggarwal to share his wisdom and stories, from his childhood to his corporate career. He also discusses his unconventional teaching methods, his approach to keeping courses industry-ready through collaboration, and much more.

With over 16 years of expertise in Talent management and L&D in consulting and corporate, Jay brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Currently spearheading the L&D department at KRaheja, Jay has also made significant contributions to renowned organizations like Raymond, Right Management, DDI and Jp Morgan Chase.

In our conversation, Jay will delve into his journey, discussing the differences between consulting and corporate experiences in L&D. We'll explore topics such as the strategic planning of L&D programs, measuring success and ROI, budget allocation, as well as common pitfalls leading to the failure of L&D initiatives, Impact of Design thinking and more.

In this episode, we're thrilled to host Adwaita Menon, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in HR and L&D. Currently serving as a Senior Leader at DEWA in Dubai, Adwaita has left his mark on prestigious organizations like KPMG and Mercer. Recognized as India's Top Emerging HR Leader by People Matters and DDI, Adwaita brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation.

Join us as we explore Adwaita's fascinating journey, from his transition from India to Dubai, to his distinctive approach to both Conventional and Unconventional Learning Styles. Gain valuable insights on overcoming learning fatigue, discover the latest innovations in L&D, including the impact of blockchain technology. We'll also touch upon the influence of spirituality on Adwaita's career and how he keeps his creativity flowing through design thinking.