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Man the Maker of his Own Destiny (MMOD)
Naganagouda SJ is a dynamic HR and leadership powerhouse with over two decades of transformative experience. His global career is distinguished by revolutionizing HR ecosystems and infusing a profound human touch in an increasingly interconnected world. As a dedicated mentor, he champions a people-centric leadership culture, shaping extraordinary leaders who drive impactful change.
Throughout his illustrious career, Naganagouda has masterfully developed and enhanced sustainable HR ecosystems, orchestrating transformative organizational shifts. His expertise extends far beyond brand management, encompassing the strategic stewardship of diverse, multicultural talent on a global stage.
Among his most remarkable achievements is the creation of a robust HR function that intricately addresses personnel management, process optimization, policy formulation, and seamless technological integration. His visionary leadership was pivotal in scaling India’s premier IT services organization from a modest team of 100 to an impressive workforce of 12,000, solidifying his status as a true HR visionary.
Naganagouda’s journey is characterized by unwavering determination and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence, encapsulated in his life mantra: "Man, the maker of his own Destiny." Currently, he serves as the Chief People Officer at Tally Solutions, India’s pioneering FinTech software product company renowned for its globally acclaimed business management software.
Nagan as Naganagouda is known to all his friends is an unique person. I have known him since his days in Global Edge as the head of HR. He transformed the HR function which helped the company to transform itself. HR function under his leadership convinced the employees during the journey.
Nagnan is a very positive and enthusiastic person in any task assigned to him. His strength lies in team leadership, communication and convincing power. He is extremely well suited in any HR environment. He is an asset to the frontend business units in discharging their HR obligations.
Nagan, as I used to call him, is an extremely warm and loyal person, and this quality was essential for me considering the geographical and cultural distance that separated us. We educated each other respectively in the respect of the values which united us. Nagan is a complete HRD with an appetite for talent management, but not only. He also has excellent communication skills and knows how to value the HR approach in a business context. He is a committed partner and a valuable contributor for a CEO. He will be able to bring his stone to any project and his contribution will be quickly visible.
Nagan joined our team through acquisition of GlobalEdge Software Team and played a vital role in integrating all functions. He is extremely passionate, highly committed and loyal professional. He brings in excellent leadership skills, Talent Management/Development, communication and interpersonal skills. It was great working with him & wish him all the very best. Finally Nagan is Synonym with HR and will be an asset to any organization.
It's an honour to share about Nagan, it can go in pages but would try to keep it precise. His knowledge levels and thought process is so clear and it is evident with the way he has grown in his career and kind of people he is connected with, the best part is his energy levels... he can motivate any one and befriend quickly, his knowledge in HR gamut is immense and exemplary, you will feel great just being with him. I had spent best of my career life with him, which has helped me throughout my career and personal life.
I feel really proud to have worked with and to have him as guide, mentor, friend, philosopher, intellect, influential, etc the list goes on. He has helped me and many in their personal and professional careers, It is obvious that he has received many national and international awards for his extra-ordinary work and wish him to many more awards in his career ahead. Sir, thanks for being part of my life, keep motivating us and help us whenever in need an it will be my pleasure if I can be of any help.
Mr.Naganagouda is an Excellent Orator, Motivator, Career Coach & an outstanding HR leader. Naganagouda is an embodiment of Culture, Values & true people champion. He is an asset to any organization & will truly bring the best in everyone & also builds a great brand value. His personal life / journey is an inspiration for many across industry sectors.
During Mindtree Days he has been an Influencer to many of the Mindtree Minds in various roles and responsibilities building a strong work culture of Intrapreneurs within the organisation...and many of these Intrapreneurs are already helping several large corporates , startups to Grow further..Truly an outstanding leader and specially his personal journey is also inspiring which i had interviewed before too as part of my upcoming Third International Book 📚 releasing in Year 2023 and the Book is titled as StaZge, Subtitled: Talented CxOs
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