Kusum Yadav

• Women in Technology ERG – Co-founded and led mentorship programs and events to support women in tech.
• Inclusive Hiring & Workplace Policies – Designed a diverse hiring process and contributed to inclusive policy enhancements for people with disabilities.
• Diversity Awareness Initiatives – Organized expert talks and training programs for HRBPs, leadership, and council members.
• Global E-Learning Program – Developed and launched a D&I-focused e-learning program in collaboration with global HR leaders

Onboarding:
- Designed and facilitated Quarterly Induction Programs for all new hires, including lateral hires, campus recruits and employees from acquired companies.
- Designed and facilitated campus hires training, covering both technical and soft skills. Created a 4-month learning journey to support their development and business alignment.

Employee Development:
- Designed yearly and quarterly training calendars for all employee levels (technical, soft skills, and leadership), aligned with business objectives, ensuring targeted skill development.
- Created and launched two coaching and mentoring programs for employees at all levels to drive career development and growth.
- Managed leadership excellence programs for 500+ people managers, focusing on three phases: developing self, managing teams, and understanding the organization

- Designed and executed first-time managers programs in collaboration with Dale Carnegie, focusing on leadership, communication, and management skills.

- Designed and executed train-the-trainer sessions for people managers, focusing on leadership development and effective coaching techniques.

Engagement and Wellbeing:
- Launched and managed employee wellbeing programs (EAP) during the pandemic, focusing on mental and physical health.
- Introduced the Buddy Program and Research Fellowship Program to foster peer learning and professional growth.

Performance and Recognition:
- Managed the Crown of Excellence Award, a company-wide recognition program to reward top performers.
- Conducted training needs analyses to address skills gaps and development opportunities.

Learning Technology and Policies:
- Launched and managed Udemy e-learning platform for all employees, driving 85% adoption within one year, enhancing learning accessibility.
- Launched ROI calculation mechanism.

- Led the regional implementation of the SAP Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring successful adoption and integration across the organization.

- Launched a comprehensive training policy and updated the higher education and certification policy to align with organizational goals.

Training Metrics & KPIs:
- Managed and tracked L&D KPIs, reporting on attendance, feedback, and training hours to ensure continuous improvement.
- Developed and managed the yearly training budget for ~2.5 Cr., negotiated contracts, and tracked spending across multiple learning initiatives.

Training Promotion, Brand Representation & Global Collaboration:
- Promoted training sessions via social media and internal channels to boost participation and visibility.

- Represented the company at external events and conferences including SHRM and LinkedIn events, raising brand awareness and showcasing L&D initiatives.

- Collaborated with global teams to align training strategies, share best practices, and ensure consistent learning experiences across regions.

• Instructor Development Program – Led mini projects to enhance instructor capabilities.
• Training Coordination – Planned and organized internal and external training sessions.
• LMS Management – Managed all Cornerstone Learning Management System (LMS) activities.
• Vendor & Logistics Oversight – Ensured training delivery, facility logistics, material availability, and timely vendor payments.
• Employee Onboarding & Attendance – Trained new graduates on policies & procedures and monitored employee attendance.

• Training Needs Analysis – Assisted in identifying L&D needs and developing training plans aligned with business goals.
• Program Coordination – Managed event invitations, nominations, and approvals for training sessions.
• Training Evaluation – Conducted post-program assessments to measure session and trainer effectiveness.
• Records & Logistics Management – Maintained training records and coordinated logistics & materials for L&D sessions.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Built professional relationships with business partners and stakeholders to enhance L&D initiatives.

• Resource Optimization – Maintained a zero-bench policy by proactively aligning internal resources with future business needs.
• Workforce Planning & Training – Managed resource mapping, internal requirements, and training cycles for bench resources.
• Reporting & Onboarding – Generated weekly staffing reports and conducted employee orientation on resource management during induction.