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Pavan Reddy

Pavan Reddy

Bengaluru

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

DEIB Consultant- Disability Inclusion at Workplace

Marching Sheep
Bengaluru
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Utilized deep understanding of the RPWD Act and Transgender Act and led with empathy, resulting in a workplace that fosters inclusiveness while providing reasonable accommodations.
  • Ensuring that every employee has equal opportunity to succeed by being an Allay for the PWD and LGBTQ employees
  • Ability to work with the Facilities Manager to ensure a safe working environment particularly for employees with disability and Transgender employees. Ability to conduct infrastructure audits and propose recommendations
  • Ability to conduct sensitization training sessions for employees across the board and the ability to bring in outside experts to assist with T&D, as sensitization of existing employees is a key factor to the hiring and retention of PWD and LGBTQ employees
  • Ability to set up ERG's like Disability Networks, LGBTQ Networks, Women's Network, and DEI Network among others
  • Ability to implement and work with compliance tracking tools, employee satisfaction surveys, focus groups and interviews, benchmark studies and intermediate experience in LMS recommendation

Director of Wellbeing Services India Office

Workplace Options
Bengaluru
06.2014 - 05.2024
  • Established and managed Workplace Options' India office, reporting directly to the Global CEO
  • Received strong foundational training by industry-leading experts at the global headquarters in the USA, focusing on EAP and other Corporate Wellbeing services
  • Advocated for employee wellness services, educating employees about their importance and debunking misconceptions, with a focus on supporting LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and women among others.
  • Was responsible for tailoring a world-class service to Indian context which proved vital to the success of a multinational company like WPO operating in India
  • Actively involved in client employee engagement events and shared valuable expertise on DEIB, Employee Wellbeing, and other corporate wellness services as a speaker or panelist

Client Engagement Manager Workplace Wellbeing

YourDost LLP
Bangalore
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Implemented Mental Health Programs for LGBTQ and PWD employees, focusing on their emotional and mental wellbeing.
  • Implemented sensitization training programs for employees across the board. Collaborated with C suite executives to secure their sponsorship and prepare them to act as mentors.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to organize and promote corporate-wide events aimed at emphasizing the significance of voluntary help-seeking.
  • Developed strong relationships with insurance industry partners to integrate employee wellness programs into their insurance offerings.

Workplace Wellbeing Expert

Independent Consultant
Bengaluru
06.2018 - 08.2022
  • Created Crisis Management and Trauma Support protocol to aid multiple corporations affected by the Covid-19 pandemic
  • Assisted employees in transitioning to remote work during the Remote Work Transition, while addressing challenges such as work-life balance, isolation, and adapting to new technologies or work processes. Utilized EAPs for guidance and resources
  • Supported HR and Business leaders by identifying resilience-building, well-being enhancing, and stress management programs including webinars, workshops, and online resources covering topics like mindfulness, self-care, and work-life balance
  • Consulted corporate clients on a range of wellness programs including wellness coaching, chronic health disease prevention and management, lifestyle changes, smoking cessation programs, de-addiction support, and specialized training in Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH), DEI, and LGBTQ awareness
  • Utilized autodidactic approach to acquire knowledge and expertise in ESG frameworks, GRI, SRBR reports and provided ESG research assistance to multinational PE and VC investors
  • Utilized data analysis from HRA, DASS, and utilization reports to enhance workplace wellness

Corporate Affairs Manager

Kochhar & Co. LLP
Bengaluru
02.2009 - 05.2014
  • Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance the firm's visibility and client acquisition
  • Managed marketing campaigns, including digital marketing, events, and public relations, resulting in a 20% increase in client engagement
  • Conducted market research and competitive analysis to identify new business opportunities and trends
  • Provided paralegal support by conducting legal research, and assisting attorneys with case management especially with Employment and Labour Law
  • Assisted in the preparation of responses to global annual rankings such as Legal 500 and Chambers & Partner
  • Orchestrated conferences, PR events, and off-site partner meetings, fostering networking opportunities and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders

Education

Master of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication

Ball State University
USA
08-2005

Master of Arts - Advertising

Indiana State University
USA
08-2003

BFA - Applied Arts

Bangalore University
Bengaluru, KA
06-2000

Timeline

DEIB Consultant- Disability Inclusion at Workplace

Marching Sheep
08.2023 - 05.2024

Client Engagement Manager Workplace Wellbeing

YourDost LLP
10.2021 - 08.2022

Workplace Wellbeing Expert

Independent Consultant
06.2018 - 08.2022

Director of Wellbeing Services India Office

Workplace Options
06.2014 - 05.2024

Corporate Affairs Manager

Kochhar & Co. LLP
02.2009 - 05.2014

Master of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication

Ball State University

Master of Arts - Advertising

Indiana State University

BFA - Applied Arts

Bangalore University

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