Abhilasha C.

About Abhilasha C.

Hello, my name is Abhilasha Chowdhury! I hold a First Class BA (Hons) in Marketing from the University of Hertfordshire, where I developed a strong foundation in human resource strategy, organizational behavior, and cross-functional collaboration. My academic journey included HR-focused projects and leadership roles in student societies, where I managed internal communications, coordinated team efforts, and supported talent engagement initiatives.🧠 During university, I also contributed to marketing and HR efforts—drafting market research reports, managing influencer partnerships, and leading social media campaigns. These experiences helped me align people, processes, and platforms to drive engagement and operational clarity. I currently serve as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at SMAK Tech, an EdTech company based in India. I lead strategic HR operations, talent development, and culture-building initiatives that support scalable growth and employee well-being across the organization./ Outside of work, I enjoy reading and listening to podcasts on leadership, organizational psychology, and emerging business trends. Core Strengths:Human Resource Management | Organizational Development | PR & Communication | Project & Operations Management | CRM & Stakeholder Engagement

Experience

1. Chief Human Resources Officer

   Smak Tech

   Dec 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   As the CHRO of a fast-growing startup, I have successfully scaled the workforce within 11 months while reducing employee turnover by 25% through targeted engagement and retention strategies. I implemented scalable HR systems and optimized recruitment processes, cutting hiring timelines by 30%. By fostering an inclusive culture and championing DEI initiatives, I increased workforce diversity by 20%. I also developed leadership training programs that improved managerial effectiveness scores by 40% and introduced HR analytics tools to enhance decision-making. My work aligns people strategies with business objectives, driving measurable organizational growth and performance.

Education

• University of Hertfordshire

  Success Award

  2021 — 2021

• University of Hertfordshire

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Marketing

  2020 — 2023

• University of Hertfordshire

  Go Herts Award

  2023 — 2023