Laasya Chillakuru
About Laasya Chillakuru
Laasya Chillakuru is a Data Analyst specializing in Global Talent Analytics at Thoughtworks, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in human resources and analytics, with previous roles at WeWork India and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Laasya Chillakuru currently serves as a Data Analyst in Global Talent Analytics at ThoughtWorks. She has held this position since 2021 and operates from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In her role, she focuses on leveraging data to inform talent strategies and enhance organizational effectiveness. Her work involves engaging with multi-level stakeholders to improve decision-making through data visualization and interpretation.
Previous Experience at WeWork India
Laasya has significant experience in talent analytics, having worked at WeWork India in various capacities. She served as the Senior Lead for People Analytics from 2020 to 2021 and as the Talent Acquisition Lead from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she contributed to the development of analytics strategies that supported talent acquisition and employee engagement initiatives.
Educational Background
Laasya holds a Master of Science (MS) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Baruch College, which she completed from 2016 to 2018. She also achieved a Post-Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from St. Francis College for Women from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce between 2011 and 2014, and a Diploma in Liberal Arts from Symbiosis Center for Liberal Arts from 2011 to 2013.
Professional Advocacy and Focus
Laasya advocates for the use of clean and intelligent survey design in talent analytics. She explores innovative methods to measure intangible aspects within organizations, aiming to demonstrate their impact and monitor progress effectively. Her approach emphasizes the importance of data-driven insights in enhancing talent management practices.
Early Career Experience
Before her roles at WeWork India, Laasya worked as a Human Resources Specialist at Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment from 2017 to 2018. She also gained experience as an Associate at D. E. Shaw Research from 2014 to 2015. These positions provided her with foundational knowledge in human resources and analytics.