Spotlight: Janani Prakaash, SVP & Global Head – People & Culture
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A Year of Strategic, People-First Leadership
Over the past year, Janani Prakaash has emerged as a dynamic force reshaping the landscape of HR at Genzeon. As Head of People & Culture, she has redefined what it means to lead with intention—merging business strategy with human empathy, and blending cutting-edge technology with timeless principles of wellness and presence.
Her leadership approach goes beyond checklists and policies. It’s about creating a workplace where people thrive, adapt, and find meaning in their work. Whether she’s designing AI-informed HR strategies, coaching thousands of leaders on personal growth, or advocating for a culture of mindfulness, Janani demonstrates that HR isn’t just a support function—it’s a strategic engine for innovation and resilience.
This blog highlights key insights from four of her recent thought leadership videos, each offering a glimpse into how she’s helping to build a culture that’s not only ready for the future—but actively shaping it.
If you want more, please check out Janani’s regular LinkedIn newsletter: The Inner Edge.
Talent Acquisition Trends for 2025 | Rise of Gen AI in Hiring Process from SightsIn Plus
How to Develop an Actionable HR Strategy for 2025 from HROne
In this video Janani shares how to build an HR strategy that both anchors to business goals and adapts to evolving workplace trends:
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Alignment with growth: Emphasizes HR as a critical partner in executing Genzeon’s broader strategy.
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People-centric design: Uses data-driven insights and talent analytics to personalize recruitment, engagement, and career development.
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Agile mindset: Advocates annual strategy reviews and flexible adaptation to trends like AI, hybrid work, and well-bein
The Evolution of the Role of the CHRO by inFeedo AI
Janani reframes the CHRO from administrative gatekeeper to strategic transformation leader:
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Balanced portfolio leadership: She compares life and career to a diversified investment—integrating HR, wellness, arts, and family.
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Culture architect: The modern CHRO shapes run culture, drives innovation, and partners with IT to weave tech into HR.
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Champion during change: She emphasizes transparency and empathy in guiding employees through M&A or digital transformation.
