Venkat Iyer

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Head People and Organisation (Corporate) at Puma Sports India Pvt. Ltd.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Venkat Iyer is a human resources leader specializing in the retail and fashion sectors. Currently the Head of People and Organisation (Retail) at PUMA India, his career includes key HR leadership roles at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail. He holds a PGDM from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad.

Venkat is dedicated to his professional growth and values learning from industry leaders. He actively participates in developmental programs and cherishes opportunities to reflect on his work and network with stalwarts in his field, showcasing a commitment to continuous self-improvement.

He was recognized as one of the top "40 under 40" emerging leaders in the HR industry.

Personality Overview

Late Adopter

Overcautious

Status Quo Seeker

They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Retail HR Strategy
His career is focused on leading People and Organisation functions for major retail brands like PUMA and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.
Talent Development
As a Head of People, his role centers on nurturing talent. His post about his #40under40 assessment highlights his personal focus on developmental journeys.
Fast Fashion
He previously led the HR division for Aditya Birla's Fast Fashion business, which included prominent brands like Forever 21.

Media Appearances

Venkat has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Head People and Organisation (Corporate) at Puma Sports India Pvt. Ltd.
8-2021 - 12-2024
Head People and Organisation (Retail) at PUMA Sports India Pvt Ltd.
6-2020 - 8-2021
Head - Retail HR, Lifestyle Brand at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.
4-2018 - 6-2020
Head Human Resources - Fast Fashion Business at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.
7-2016 - 3-2018
Group Manager - HR (Forever 21) at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.

Education

2007 - 2009
PGDM from Institure of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
2003 - 2006
Bachelor of Commerce from Dr. G R Damodaran College of Science

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Insights For Selling To Venkat

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Expect them to be slow and cautious, encourage them to ask more questions

DONT's

  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Venkat is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Venkat

  • They don’t say no often, they push out the decisions or keep going around in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Venkat move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Venkat take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Venkat

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