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Pradeep Chavda

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Senior Director - Global HR Transformation, GBS Sodexo at Sodexo
📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Pradeep Chavda is a global CHRO with over 25 years of experience leading HR transformation for large workforces across technology, telecom, and digital banking. An alumnus of Stanford University, he has been recognized as India’s Most Agile CHRO. People who have worked with him often describe him as knowledgeable, innovative, and a leader with a vision.

Beyond his corporate roles, Pradeep is a triathlon enthusiast and has authored numerous articles. He demonstrates a commitment to social causes as a board member for the Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council and a former trustee of the Stop Hunger Foundation, reflecting a focus on community and societal upliftment.

Unique Fact: Pradeep was the founding CHRO of Airtel Payments Bank and holds the distinction of being Indias youngest CHRO in the banking sector.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Senior Director - Global HR Transformation, GBS Sodexo
Job Level
Senior
Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Global HR Transformation
He has driven HR and digital transformation across 90 countries for workforces exceeding 500, 000 employees at companies like Sodexo, Tata, and Reliance.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Recognized as a Top 3 DEI Leader in India, he frequently speaks on DEI practices, allyship, and building inclusive company cultures at various forums.
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Career

Work history

8-2023
Senior Director - Global HR Transformation, GBS Sodexo
Sodexo
8-2023
Senior Director - Global Head HR Transformation
Sodexo
8-2022 - 7-2023
Director HR Transformation- Asia, Middle East and Africa
Sodexo
8-2022 - 7-2023
Sr. Director HR - Asia, Middle East and Africa
Sodexo
8-2017 - 7-2022
Director Human Resources, India
Sodexo
In the press

Media appearances

Sodexo India appoints Pradeep Chavda as director of human resources. Featured in Economic Times
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How to work from home, explains Pradeep Chavda, HR director Sodexo India. Featured in Financial Express
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Education
8-2023 - 4-2024
Organisational Excellence
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
2001 - 2002
PDGIRPM
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
1999 - 2001
PGDHRD
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
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