Mahindra Group has appointed Meenakshi Priyam as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for its automotive division, where she will bring her extensive experience in HR leadership to advance Mahindra’s strategic HR capabilities. With a career spanning several sectors, Priyam is expected to drive initiatives that will bolster Mahindra’s HR practices, enhance organizational culture, and support its ambitious growth objectives within the automotive sector.
Previously the Group CHRO at Udaan, Priyam played an instrumental role in developing the company’s HR framework, contributing significantly to its growth in the e-commerce B2B industry. Her background includes leadership roles across Axis Bank, Watson Wyatt, YES BANK, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, and GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, giving her a rich, cross-industry perspective that Mahindra values. At Johnson & Johnson and Novartis, she managed HR functions across Asia-Pacific and Europe, acquiring a global outlook that she will bring to Mahindra. Additionally, Priyam chaired Udaan’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, underscoring her commitment to inclusive workplaces.
With her proven track record in creating people-centered organizations, Meenakshi Priyam’s appointment is a strategic move by Mahindra to elevate its HR operations and nurture a strong, people-oriented culture as it advances in the competitive automotive
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