Avanti Krishnan, Chrp
About Avanti Krishnan, Chrp
Avanti Krishnan is the People and Culture Manager at Mappedin in Waterloo, Ontario, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in human resources and talent acquisition, she has held various roles in notable companies and has contributed to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Work at Mappedin
Avanti Krishnan has served as the People and Culture Manager at Mappedin since 2020. In this role, she has focused on enhancing employee engagement and launching talent management initiatives, particularly during the challenges posed by the pandemic. She has optimized recruitment processes and aligned HR strategies with business objectives. Additionally, she has discussed Mappedin's flexible work arrangements and employee benefits, contributing to a supportive workplace culture.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Mappedin, Avanti worked in various HR roles across multiple organizations. She was a Global Talent Coordinator for Diversity & Inclusion at Manulife from 2017 to 2018. Her experience also includes positions at Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance, where she held roles from HR Manager to Senior HR Manager. Additionally, she worked as a Management Trainee in HR at Mercedes Benz Research and Development in India and managed recruitment at Micoli Group Inc.
Educational Background
Avanti Krishnan has a diverse educational background in both engineering and human resources. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her studies with a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) specializing in Human Resources at Welingkar Institute of Management from 2010 to 2012. Her foundational education includes a Higher Secondary School certificate in Science with Computer Science from A.M.M Matriculation School.
Early Career and Skills Development
Avanti began her career as a Software Engineer at Infosys from 2007 to 2009, where she gained technical skills. She then transitioned to HR roles, starting with Daimler AG as a Human Resources Intern in 2011. Her early career at Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance provided her with a solid foundation in talent acquisition and HR operations, which has been instrumental in her subsequent roles in the field.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
During her tenure at Manulife, Avanti supported diversity and inclusion efforts, highlighting her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. Her experience in this area reflects her understanding of the importance of diverse perspectives in organizational success. This focus on inclusion has continued in her current role at Mappedin, where she emphasizes creating a welcoming environment for all employees.