Plum, a prominent insurtech firm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Priya as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
Extensive Expertise and Commitment to Change
Priya holds a Master’s degree in Applied Social Psychology and boasts 17 years of extensive experience in talent management and organisational development, bringing a wealth of knowledge to Plum. Throughout her career, Priya has demonstrated a strong commitment to effecting meaningful change. Her educational background highlighted significant societal gaps, inspiring her to attract and nurture talent to address these critical issues. Priya is particularly dedicated to the fields of education and health, two causes central to her work with esteemed non-profits such as The Akanksha Foundation, Teach For India, and The/Nudge Institute. Her involvement with these organisations has solidified her belief that the dynamics within an organisation are closely tied to how purposeful employees feel about their work and the sense of belonging they experience.
Cultivating an Empowering Workplace Culture
“Today, companies set themselves apart through their culture and talent density. By bringing Priya on board, we aim to create an environment that fosters high-quality growth and instils a strong sense of mission and purpose—delivering the highest quality insurance and healthcare to people,” said Abhishek Poddar, Cofounder and CEO of Plum. “Her expertise in cultivating an empowering and inclusive workplace culture will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate.”
First-hand Experience with Plum’s Evolution
As a customer of Plum for the past two years, Priya has observed first-hand how Plum’s product has evolved to meet the changing needs of employees in various organisations. She has been particularly impressed with Plum’s human-centred customer service to its partner organisations.
Vision for Innovation and Inclusion
“This role offers me the opportunity to build on Plum’s principles and lead a function that enables the company to be a place where talent thrives and flourishes,” said Priya. “My vision for Plum is to become the destination for top talent, an organisation that champions innovation in people practices, where employees feel valued, inspired, and are able to reach their fullest potential.” Priya is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are embraced and every manager is committed to the growth of their team. She aims to foster a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves to work while making significant contributions to the organisation’s success. Plum is excited to welcome Priya to the team and looks forward to the positive impact she will undoubtedly make.
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