Hemanth Nagaraj
About Hemanth Nagaraj
Hemanth Nagaraj is a Senior Manager specializing in People, Performance, Culture, and Change Management at FirstHive, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in training and development, with previous roles at IDBI Federal Life Insurance and Firstsource, and holds an MBA in Human Resources Management.
Work at FirstHive
Hemanth Nagaraj has been employed at FirstHive since 2015, serving as the Senior Manager for People, Performance, Culture, and Change Management. In this role, he focuses on creating customer identities and driving marketing return on investment (ROI). He is responsible for leading and implementing Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) within the organization. His work contributes to the overall strategy and operational effectiveness of FirstHive, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Previous Experience in Training Management
Prior to his current role, Hemanth Nagaraj worked at IDBI Federal Life Insurance as Manager Training, South, from 2008 to 2012. During this four-year tenure in Bangalore, he was involved in training management, enhancing the skills and capabilities of employees. Additionally, he served as a Senior Training Executive at Firstsource from 2002 to 2006, where he contributed to the development and delivery of training programs.
Education and Expertise
Hemanth Nagaraj holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Dr. C. V. Raman University, Kota Bilaspur. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) in Navi Mumbai. He is also registered for the International Coaching Federation's Associate Certified Coach (ICF ACC) program, which he will begin in April 2022.
Role in Organizational Culture Development
In his current position at FirstHive, Hemanth Nagaraj plays a significant role in developing the organization's culture. He focuses on initiatives that aim to achieve 'Great Place to Work' certification, which involves fostering a positive work environment and enhancing employee engagement. His efforts include managing the coordination of Learning and Development needs, conducting training analysis, and overseeing vendor management for program delivery.