Vidhya Fernandez
About Vidhya Fernandez
Vidhya Fernandez is the Human Resources Director at Diversified in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in HR across various organizations, she specializes in Training & Development and has a strong background in establishing HR systems for startups.
Work at Diversified
Vidhya Fernandez has been serving as the Human Resources Director at Diversified since 2022. Based in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, she has focused on various aspects of human resources, including training and development. Her role involves overseeing HR strategies and ensuring the effective implementation of HR systems within the organization.
Previous Employment History
Prior to her current position, Vidhya Fernandez held several HR roles across various organizations. She worked at Stryker Global Technology Center as Human Resources from 2010 to 2012. At Abbott, she served as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2002 to 2008. She also held positions at Feedback INFRA, METRO Cash & Carry India, McCain Foods, and Sakal Media Group, demonstrating a diverse background in human resources management.
Education and Expertise
Vidhya Fernandez holds a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management from SNDT University. Additionally, she earned a Diploma in Business Management from SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS). Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources, particularly in training and development, and in setting up HR systems for startup organizations.
Specialization in HR Systems and Change Management
Vidhya Fernandez specializes in establishing HR systems tailored for startup organizations. She has experience as a change agent, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, where she has implemented strategic HR plans. Her focus on training and development aligns with her leadership role in human resources.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout her career, Vidhya Fernandez has progressed through various HR roles, including positions such as Head of Talent Acquisition at METRO Cash & Carry India and Head of Human Resources at McCain Foods. She also served as Senior Vice President HR for Store Operations at METRO Cash & Carry India before joining Diversified. Her career reflects a commitment to advancing human resources practices across different sectors.