Kripa Shetty is a human capital strategist powering India’s core sectors. As CHRO for Mahindra’s Aero, Defence, Trucks & Buses, and Construction Equipment businesses, she brings over two decades of transformative HR experience to industries that are foundational to national growth and innovation.
Kripa’s journey from executive search to heading group-wide HR initiatives reflects her exceptional understanding of talent value chains. At Aditya Birla Group, she held pivotal roles across rewards, staffing, and HR leadership—laying the groundwork for building resilient and future-focused teams in diverse, high-impact environments.
Known for her deep insights in talent acquisition and strategic workforce planning, she led Mahindra’s talent strategy before stepping into her current CHRO role. Her ability to balance operational complexity with culture and people transformation sets her apart in sectors where agility is often tested.
She has consistently partnered with leadership to navigate transitions, integrate talent strategy with business imperatives, and create systems that scale—whether in manufacturing, engineering, or defense.
With a strong foundation in executive development and HR analytics, Kripa represents a rare blend of strategic foresight and hands-on HR leadership. At AI at Work, she contributes a powerful voice on how industries at the frontlines of innovation can harness people power in the age of AI.
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