Smitha Alex

Sr Manager | Learning & Development Strategist | 18+ yrs Driving Culture Transformation, Talent Enablement & Leadership Development

Role
Sr Manager Learning and Development at Phreesia
Location
Pune, IN
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Smitha Alex

As a seasoned Learning & Development leader with over 18 years of experience, I specialize in designing and implementing strategic talent development initiatives that drive measurable business impact. My background spans soft skills training, leadership enablement, performance optimization, and organizational development—combining deep psychological insight (MPhil in Industrial Psychology) with data-backed learning strategies. I’ve successfully led enterprise-wide learning transformations, introduced scalable competency frameworks, and empowered leadership pipelines through targeted programs rooted in Emotional Intelligence and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Known for my ability to align learning goals with business outcomes, I partner with stakeholders across functions to build agile, future-ready workforces. Whether it’s enhancing employee engagement, streamlining learning operations, or championing cultural shifts, I bring a strategic mindset and a passion for learning innovation to every initiative. Areas of expertise: Learning Strategy | Leadership Development | Competency Mapping | Digital Learning | L&D Analytics | Change Management | Talent Enablement Open to global opportunities in Director/Head of L&D roles where learning drives strategic value.

Experience

  1. Sr Manager Learning and Development

    Phreesia

    Apr 2024 — Present

Education

  • St Josephs convent

    SSC

    1990 — 2000

  • Christ University

    Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

    2012 — 2013

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