Karuna Vempala
About Karuna Vempala
Karuna Vempala serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition at Cigniti Technologies, where he has implemented innovative hiring strategies and engaged in international recruitment. With over two decades of experience in talent acquisition, he is recognized for his expertise in sourcing talent for advanced technologies and has actively contributed to industry discussions as a speaker and blogger.
Current Role at Cigniti Technologies
Karuna Vempala currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition at Cigniti Technologies, a position held since 2023. In this role, Vempala implements innovative hiring strategies, including 'just-in-time' hiring initiatives, to enhance customer portfolios. This position follows a tenure as Vice President of Talent Acquisition from 2021 to 2023, also at Cigniti Technologies, where Vempala focused on strengthening the organization's recruitment processes.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to joining Cigniti Technologies, Vempala worked at AppLabs as Assistant Manager of Global Talent Acquisition from 2004 to 2011. This role involved developing frameworks that attracted talent and built strong project portfolios. Vempala also held the position of Deputy Manager of Global Talent Acquisition at CSC for one year in 2011-2012. Additionally, Vempala has experience at Nomus as Senior Executive in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources from 2000 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Vempala holds a Master's Degree in Personnel Management from IMED, Pune University, completed between 1997 and 1999. Additionally, Vempala studied Labor Law and Labor Welfare at Symbiosis, Pune University, earning a Diploma in Labor Law and Labor Welfare from 1997 to 1998. Vempala also completed a Post Graduate Program in Management in Human Resources from the Institute of Management Education, Pune, from 1996 to 1998.
Industry Contributions and Speaking Engagements
Karuna Vempala actively participates as a speaker at human resource events and forums, sharing insights on recruitment and talent acquisition. Vempala engages in recruitment blogging and networking, utilizing social and digital media to enhance talent acquisition strategies. This involvement reflects a commitment to staying current with industry trends and sharing knowledge with peers.
Global Hiring Experience
With over two decades of experience in talent acquisition, Vempala is recognized as an industry expert in global hiring practices. Vempala has extensive experience in international visa legislation, which aids in sourcing native speakers for prestigious clients. Regular travel to the UK and USA is part of Vempala's role, leading international hiring programs for Fortune 500 and Fortune 2000 clients.