Leaders Speak

Samhita Social Ventures, set up in 2010 by Priya Naik, is a social sector consulting firm that aims to redefine business environments and create a ‘better normal’ for India’s most vulnerable communities.

The Aangan Trust works in a very tough space – with at risk children and adolescents in hotspots for child trafficking, early marriage, child labour and violence. Working with the extremely marginalized, the effort is to seed systemic support for children, young girls and boys who need help guidance and even protection – often from people within their own communities.

Follow our study of the evolving workplace as we talk to Anuradha Razdan, Executive Director HR, Hindustan Unilever, on her experience of the lockdown and the role of personal leadership and connecting with the workforce in navigating through the crisis.

Follow our study of the evolving workplace as we talk to Anita Guha, CIO Talent Advisor, IBM, as she shares her experience during the lockdown, the importance of reskilling for a post-pandemic gig economy, and the role of resilience and agility for a better tomorrow.

In conversation with Tzeitel Fernandes, Partner at Aon and a gifted choral singer, discussing her journey, finding balance between the different aspects of her life and what her training in music has made possible for her.

Take a peek at her journey of coping with transitions, learning and moving beyond constraints #BehindtheSeen

Take a look at a small part of theatre, her work with puppets and people and the story of struggles and unity during trying times #BehindtheSeen.

TAQ in dialogue with Suman Gopalan, CHRO Freshworks on agility, people strategy, and novel ways to enable social connection and sustain culture in the new normal. Watch this interview for insights on the evolving workplace and issues to address during this transition.

TAQ speaks to musculoskeletal radiologist, Dr. Aditya Daftary on his life in medicine and his work as a comedian. He tells us about how curiosity propelled him on this journey through the different worlds he occupies. There is a common thread of empathy and focus on people that underlies both his approach to patient care and creative expression.

An inspiring conversation with Ajay Jayaram - top badminton player and talented artist. Ajay talks about the ups and downs of a career in badminton, his perspective on resilience, and what art offers him in a world otherwise defined by tough standards and competitive outcomes.

Join us in learning about the adventures of working with children, and the passion and faith with which they thrive in the world of theatre #BehindtheSeen.

Can writing be an act of a community? Find out on #BehindtheSeen