Disha Roy
Gurgaon
Summary
I am a passionate & seasoned Learning & Talent Development professional who brings a wealth of expertise in framing, executing and measuring Learning & Talent development strategies. Currently responsible for 75% of the global workforce's capabilities in Engineering and Data, Disha focuses on people-centric growth experiences, innovative talent strategies, and seamless talent integration through early careers. With a passion for Capability development, Disha has a proven ability to align technology skill learning initiatives with organizational objectives. Her strategic approach integrates the latest methodologies and technology, ensuring a dynamic and adaptive learning environment. Disha's leadership has consistently elevated employee performance, driving a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the organization. Under her leadership, there's been a 70+% success rate in bench upskilling and deployments YOY, showcasing the impact of targeted learning interventions. The Certifications & accreditations are up by an impressive 85%, maintaining industry standards of skill proficiency. Her emphasis on Career progression learning journeys has contributed to consistent year-on-year increases in trained retention. Disha’s expertise coupled with her diverse background spanning IT consulting, Enterprise Product Management, and Agile Delivery, has led to impactful strategies in talent upskilling, mobility, people growth experiences, promotions and Talent retention, positioning the organization for global success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Learning Lead
Publicis Sapient
Gurgaon
02.2018 - Current
- Responsible for shaping the Learning and Talent Development for 2 biggest Capabilities - Engineering and Data which is 75% of the organization's global workforce.
Co-Founder (Product & Client Engagements)
Econolytics
New Delhi
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Actively involved in conceptualization, product rollout, and day-to-day strategy
- Drove digital marketing initiatives, client acquisition through social media, and direct sales activities.
Product Head
Faircent.com
Gurgaon
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Overseeing the website, mobile site, and mobile app
- Devising product strategies and long-term roadmaps
- Leading a cross-functional team of product managers, user experience designers, and quality control members.
Sr. Program Manager, Enterprise Applications
Sapient Consulting
Gurgaon
10.2006 - 11.2015
- Led a $9 million initiative for the implementation of Sapient 360 Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Managed the Enterprise Finance Application & Services organization.
Associate Consultant
Infosys Technologies
Bangalore
08.2005 - 10.2006
- Project Manager for an IBM WebSphere J2EE based B2B Portal development project
- Requirement Manager for a .Net based internal reporting platform development program.
Product Manager
Active Media Technologies
New Delhi & London
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Product Manager for 'Orange Wednesdays.' Managed a more than $1 million product launch.
Senior Management Trainee
AHWS (Aircom HPS Wireless Services)
Noida
04.2001 - 08.2002
- Involved in business development, training, and support for cellular network planning and optimization.
Education
MBA - Telecom Management
Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management
04.2001
B.Tech - Industrial Engineering
Institute of People’s Science & Technology
04.1999
Skills
- Design thinking
- Learning Management Systems
- Organizational Development
- Needs Assessment
- Career Development
- Technical training
Certification
- Project Management Practices, Infosys, 2006
- SAFe Agilist 5.0, 2021
Awards
- India Leadership Award (for contributions to Capability Development), 2021
- India Leadership Award (for contributions to Capability Development), 2023
- ET HRWorld Future Skills Awards for the category ‘Best use of Games & Simulation in L&D’
Accomplishments
India Leadership Award (for contributions to Capability Development) – 2021
India Leadership Award (for contributions to Capability Development) – 2023
Led team to win Industry Awards such as ET HRWorld Future Skills Awards for the category ‘Best use of Games & Simulation in L&D’
Timeline
Global Learning Lead
Publicis Sapient
02.2018 - Current
Co-Founder (Product & Client Engagements)
Econolytics
07.2017 - 01.2018
Product Head
Faircent.com
11.2015 - 11.2016
Sr. Program Manager, Enterprise Applications
Sapient Consulting
10.2006 - 11.2015
Associate Consultant
Infosys Technologies
08.2005 - 10.2006
Product Manager
Active Media Technologies
08.2002 - 06.2005
Senior Management Trainee
AHWS (Aircom HPS Wireless Services)
04.2001 - 08.2002
MBA - Telecom Management
Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management
B.Tech - Industrial Engineering
Institute of People’s Science & Technology
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