Anuradha Ramasubramanian
About Anuradha Ramasubramanian
Anuradha Ramasubramanian is a People and Culture Specialist with a diverse background in human resources and psychology. She has held various roles in organizations such as PRIVYMIND, EY, and Aon Hewitt, and currently works at Weekday, focusing on fostering mental health in the workplace.
Current Role at Weekday
Anuradha Ramasubramanian serves as a People and Culture Specialist at Weekday, a company that is part of Y Combinator's W21 batch. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development of workplace culture and employee engagement strategies. Her role focuses on fostering a supportive environment that enhances employee well-being and productivity.
Previous Experience at PRIVYMIND
Anuradha worked at PRIVYMIND in various capacities. She served as Chief Business Strategist & Psychologist for 11 months in 2022 and was the Head of Psychology for a total of 17 months across two tenures, from 2020 to 2022. In these roles, she combined her expertise in psychology with business strategy to enhance mental health support and organizational effectiveness.
Background in Human Resources and Psychology
Anuradha has a diverse background that includes experience in human resources and therapy facilitation. She has worked as an Associate Consultant at Aon Hewitt and EY, where she focused on consulting in human resources. Additionally, her role as a Mental Health Practitioner at NGO SAMADHAN and her internship in clinical psychology have equipped her with skills to advocate for mental health in workplace settings.
Education and Qualifications
Anuradha holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Industrial Engineering and Management from Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology, completed in 2012. She also completed a Human Resource Leadership Program at the School of Inspired Leadership in 2016. Her educational background supports her dual focus on engineering principles and human resource management.
Advocacy for Mental Health
Anuradha actively advocates for mental health in the workplace. She emphasizes the significance of maintaining a positive mindset for enhancing productivity. Her belief in the benefits of compassionate client interactions reflects her commitment to fostering a supportive work environment where mental well-being is prioritized.