Ashish Banka

Cradlewise is a VC funded smart crib maker, HQ in Silicon Valley, US a Product Engineering startup with Tech Hub in India, Sales in US & Manufacturing in Vietnam & Pune.

• Setting up the HR function from scratch!
• Building Organization Design for scalability!
• Building HR Automation and implementing sustainable PMS and Succession Planning Initiatives!
• Leader Focus on Talent Acquisition, Compensation Management, Total Rewards, Employee Engagement, Employer Branding, T&D, and IDPs!
• Leading the entire gamut of Talent Acquisition - Technology hiring through Campus Drives, Multiple job portals, Hackathons!
• Scaled the LinkedIn followers from 2K to 52K!
• Controlling the Annualized Attrition to 1%!
• Scaling Team from 20 to 100 Tech Folks, building strength in Vietnam and Pune for the factory, and US hiring for Database, AWS, Android, iOS, and Full Stack roles!
• Managed human resources and labor relations activities for organization of 500 employees as a Lead HRBP.
• Spearhead HRBP function, partnering with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Implementation of HR Automation Tools.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
• Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
• Focus on HR Transformation and Capability Building

• Spearhead HRBP function, partnering with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Drive talent acquisition, development, and retention initiatives to support organizational growth.
• Implement performance management processes, resulting in improved individual and team performance.
• Determined HR department budget and controlled expenditures for optimum resource allocation.
• Supported senior leadership by capturing big picture data for project status updates, benefits analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Implemented team-building activities to enhance positive working environments.
• Set up compensation and benefits structures according to market conditions and budget demands.
• Managed human resources and labor relations activities for organization of 20,000 employees.
• Managed HR Team of 150 people!
• Developed HR strategies and initiatives, aligning with overall business strategy.
• Established HR management system applicable across different types of employees, departments, and seniority levels.
• Scaled the BU from 8K to 20K, designing the TA Programs and managing attrition.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organisational efficiency.
• Directed the organisation's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.

• Spearhead HRBP function, partnering with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Drive talent acquisition, development, and retention initiatives to support organizational growth.
• Implement performance management processes, resulting in improved individual and team performance.
• Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters, ensuring a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Oversee workforce planning and succession initiatives to meet current and future business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement change management strategies for seamless transitions.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to assess and enhance HR effectiveness.
• HR Lead for the Team of 2500 Employee and leading Team of 10 HRs
• Partner to Sales for new Project Costing and Start up of the services for clients
• Supported the Sales Team for the Project Proposal and successfully delivered the manpower deployment at client sites.

• Leading the HR Function for the JIO & JIO Mart BU at Kolkata and Mumbai
• Integral Part of the Roll of JIO Mart under Mr. Akash Ambani.
• Partnering with McKinsey for YL Program
• Provide leadership and direction to the HR function across multiple business units within the group.
• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with corporate goals, contributing to business success.
• Oversee talent acquisition, development, and retention efforts, ensuring a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Implement performance management systems, leading to improved individual and team performance.
• Spearhead initiatives for organizational development, fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, resolving issues promptly and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Collaborate with senior management on workforce planning, succession planning, and strategic HR initiatives.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to assess and enhance HR performance.

• Lead the Merger of the India Company with major focus on
• Managing head count of over 500 staffs for 15 verticals
• Won the Global Award for Engagement
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures compliant with Indian labor laws and regulations.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring the acquisition of skilled and diverse talent.
• Manage employee relations, resolving issues promptly and fostering a positive work culture.
• Implement performance management systems, contributing to enhanced individual and team performance.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Conduct training programs on HR policies, compliance, and cultural sensitivity.

• Lead the HRBP and TA Function for 13 stations in India
• Managed the HR Function ISC Region
• Lead the Opening of 2 Airports
• Identified and solved complex strategy problems impacting management and business direction.
• Organised employee appraisal reviews to discuss performance with managers and assess compensation.
• Provided support to employees with various HR-related issues and liaised with heads of department to find resolutions.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive human resources strategy to ensure the organization's objectives were met.
• Analyzed and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback and guidance for improvement.
• Created job descriptions, recruited new hires, and conducted orientation sessions. Researched best practices in staffing processes, including recruitment methods, interviewing techniques, and training programs.
• Researched best practices in staffing processes including recruitment methods, interviewing techniques, training programs.
• Building Capability Programs

• Leading the EPC BU regionally and managed HC of 2500+
• Led the Hiring for East Zone for Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers for Projects for STP, WTP

• Managed human resources and labour relations activities for organisation of 200 employees.

• Managed workforce of 2500+ for Govt Sector in Railways