Bhanu Teja

An accomplished AVP - Human Resources with a wealth of experience spanning over 14 years in the realms of HR Management, Talent Acquisition & Management, HR Digitalization, Recruitment Lifecycle Management, and Statutory Compliance. A career journey marked by remarkable achievements and contributions to the organizations served.

Professional Accomplishments:

1. Successfully Managed the Human Capital Integration of a Complex Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Transaction: At Nanopowered Technologies, I’ve developed and implemented a Data-Driven Talent Strategy that Directly Contributed to Increased Product Innovation, and used predictive analytics to identify skills gaps and proactively recruit talent in the newly emerged entities, RIAI and NAYA. Achieved establishment of a performance management system that rewards innovation and collaboration, where quantifiable results showed the increased speed of the talent strategy, which led to product release, and helped the product reach a new market.

2. Team Growth & Startup Success: At Way2Online Interactive, I orchestrated an astonishing transformation, overseeing the expansion of our team from 95 members to an impressive 900 within a mere 3-year span. These achievements were realized across seven distinct startup products, encompassing diverse sectors such as Media Tech, SAAS, FMCG, Proptech, Digital Analytics, B2B, and Fintech. This rapid scaling solidified Way2Online's standing as a dynamic player in the startup ecosystem.

3. Turnaround Time Optimization: My strategic leadership led to a remarkable 75% reduction in Turnaround Time (TAT) by implementing a robust communication framework bridging the gap between department heads and the HR team. This efficiency enhancement positively impacted the organization's productivity and agility.

4. Organizational Culture Shaping: As the driving force behind the establishment of the entire HR team, I played a pivotal role in shaping the organizational culture of Way2Online right from its inception. My expertise in HR management contributed significantly to fostering a conducive work environment.

5. Seamless Separation & Funding Success: Serving as the Head of Human Resources, I skillfully managed the separation of Way2News from Way2Online, ensuring stringent adherence to legal compliance and ensuring a seamless transition. Additionally, during this transformative period, Way2News secured a significant milestone of $16.75 million in series funding from Westbridge Capital.

Key Skills:

My skillset encompasses advanced knowledge in employment law, compensation strategies, recruitment best practices, and employee relations. I possess the ability to engage effectively with HR service providers and suppliers, optimizing HR systems, payroll, insurance, and training and development initiatives to promote high-performance organizations with efficient operating systems. My commitment to fostering professional and skilled staff, coupled with sound financial resource management, has consistently delivered results.

Stakeholder Focus & Interpersonal Skills:

I maintain a strong stakeholder focus and a service-oriented attitude, underpinned by excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. These attributes have allowed me to excel in multicultural environments, facilitating effective collaboration and driving the success of HR initiatives.

I am dedicated to continuing my journey as an HR professional, leveraging my extensive experience and skill set to contribute meaningfully to organizations and their human resource functions.