Ravi Chakravarthy Nithyanandan

About Ravi Chakravarthy Nithyanandan

I am an accomplished Senior L&D Leader with over 15 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development and Organisational Change Management (OCM). My expertise is focused on translating business needs into high-impact, business-aligned solutions. My contributions span both high-level strategy and operational excellence: Key Areas of Impact & Expertise:•Strategic Governance & Risk Management: I successfully led L&D\'s contribution to high-stakes audits, including ISO 27001:2022 (Information Security), ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), and SOC2 Type2. My expertise also extends to managing Vendor Risk Assessment processes.•Strategic Leadership: I advise executive leadership on capability alignment, define career development pathways, and provide inputs for the L&D budget. Successfully implemented global strategies that foster a culture of continuous development.•Cutting-Edge Program Execution: Expertise in designing and delivering programs that meet future business requirements, including comprehensive Leadership Development, Generative AI/Copilot Training, and the Government-mandated Apprentice program.•Technology & Data: Proficient in managing a multi-LMS ecosystem (Udemy, Absorb, EasyLlama, BigThink+, Rainmaker), leveraging data analytics to measure program impact and inform strategic decisions.#LearningAndDevelopment #GlobalLAndD #LeadershipDevelopment #InstructionalDesign #EmployeeEngagement #TalentDevelopment #CorporateTraining #LMS #EdTech #ContinuousLearning

Experience

1. Senior Manager, Global Learning and Development and Internal Communication

   Milestone Technologies, Inc.

   Oct 2024 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Directed worldwide learning strategies, advising executive leadership on capability alignment and defining critical development pathways. Designed and delivered high-impact programs, including Leadership Development, Generative AI/Copilot training, and the Apprentice program. Managed L&D team and vendor relationships, oversaw LMS ecosystem (Udemy, Absorb, etc.) Ensured L&D readiness for critical ISO/SOC Audits while managing global compliance training.•Managed and controlled the annual L&D budget, negotiating complex contracts with external vendors, and providing data-driven recommendations to executives for final program approval. •Successfully managed L&D\'s role in high-stakes audits (ISO 27001:2022, ISO 9001:2015, SOC2 Type2), providing artifacts for auditors and ensuring critical certifications were maintained. •Directed the development and execution of global L&D strategies, advising executive leadership on capability alignment, defining development pathways, and managing internal communications for all People Experience departments. •Spearheaded the design, development, and facilitation of the Government-mandated Apprentice program. •Managed multiple LMS platforms (Udemy, Absorb, EasyLlama, BigThink+, Rainmaker) to oversee global compliance training and ensure organizational readiness. •Served as a trusted L&D advisor to executives and business leaders, conducting learning needs assessments and recommending tailored solutions to address performance gaps. Technical and strategic skills: •Compliance & Audit: ISO 27001:2022, SOC2 Type2, Vendor Risk Assessment, ISO 9001:2015, Global Compliance, Audit Readiness. •Technology & LMS: Multi-LMS Management, Udemy for Business, Absorb, Workday, Generative AI Training etc.•Strategy & Program: Leadership Development, Training Needs Analysis (TNA), Apprenticeship Programs, Curriculum Development, Lean Six Sigma. •Management: Budget Management, Vendor Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Coaching.

Education

• George Brown College

  Postgraduate

• George Brown College

  Post Graduate Certificate

• Somaiya Vidyavihar

  Bachelor of Science (BSc)