Komal कोमल కోమల్ Agarwal

About Komal कोमल కోమల్ Agarwal

I have been driven by a singular mission: transforming organizations through the power of people, i.e, nudging employees closer to the consumer’s heart. Over the last two decades, spanning industries as diverse as IT (Product Development, education, services), FMCG, Food, Manufacturing, Media, GCC, Construction, NBFC, Media, Chemical and Silicon, through start-ups, high-growth phases, IPO readiness, M&A integrations, digital transformation, influencing business expansion, cost optimization, talent monetization, employer branding, Compliance, DPDP, leading high impact initiatives, strategic HR transformations, shaped high-performing cultures across EMEA and APAC regions. My leadership philosophy is simple: HR is not a support function; it’s a revenue enabler.Through every challenge and transformation, I have upheld these guiding principles:• HR is a Profit Center, not a Cost Center. Every person\'s decision must drive business results.• People drive performance, not policies. HR must be deeply aligned with business strategy.• Change is constant & culture is foundation; every transformation must preserve organizational DNA.• Leadership is about empowerment. A true leader builds future leaders, not just followers.As a CHRO and business strategist, I am committed to reshaping HR into a competitive differentiator, ensuring organizations thrive in an AI-driven, globalized economy.As the workplace undergoes seismic shifts—from digital transformation to AI-driven workforce models- I remain committed to building adaptive, data-driven, people-centric organizations. I actively support my father in managing and operating his chemical business during my free time.Education XLRI, Jamshedpur – PGDM (HRM) for CHROs Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad – MBA in Finance & HRBeyond the BoardroomMy deep passion for human behavior, energy alignment, and holistic leadership has led me to certifications in Reiki Master, Access Consciousness, and Sujok. I integrate emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and well-being practices into leadership strategies, fostering a culture of resilience, innovation, and sustainable success.I am a passionate traveler, culinary enthusiast. I enjoy exploring diverse cultures, global cuisines. I find joy in experimenting with flavors, understanding food science, and creating memorable culinary experiences. I love music. An avid coffee lover, foodie, and lifelong learner, I remain deeply committed to shaping the future of organizational excellence.

Experience

1. Head of HR

   Sresta Natural Bioproducts Private Limited

   Jan 2019 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   At Sresta Natural Bioproducts (24 Mantra), I spearheaded HR initiatives supporting IPO readiness, compliance audits. Here, I introduced a performance-driven HR Service Delivery Model that improved efficiency by 300%, reinforcing my belief that HR must evolve as a business enabler, not just a support function.

Education

• St. Ann's College for Women

  Bachelor’s Degree, Bachalor of Science- Genetics

  1993 — 1996

• XLRI Jamshedpur

  PGDM (HRM) for CHRO , Credibility with the CEO & ELT

• Institute of Public Enterprise

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), PGDBM (HR, Finance)

Skills

• Employee Relations
• Outsourcing
• Screening Resumes
• Employee Engagement
• Business Development
• Human Resources
• Transition Management
• Sourcing
• Start-Ups
• Executive Search
• Resource Management
• Employer Branding
• Succession Planning
• Management
• Team Building
• Team Management
• Benefits Negotiation
• Talent Acquisition
• Operations Management
• Coaching
• Leadership
• Onboarding
• Manufacturing
• Recruiting
• People Processes
• Change Management
• Bpo
• Time Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Contract Recruitment
• Technical Recruiting
• Consulting
• Recruitments
• HR Consulting
• Business Strategy
• Employment Law
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Quality Management
• Talent Management