Manoj Sharma is a distinguished HR leader with over two and a half decades of experience in the field. Currently serving as the President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Aarti Industries Limited (AIL), he has a proven track record of driving transformational change and innovation in HR. With a strong vision for human capitalisation, Manoj Sharma has dedicated himself to enabling people and fostering a culture of excellence in organisations. His career journey has been marked by unwavering commitment, perseverance, and agility. Under his leadership, AIL has achieved significant milestones in HR process standardisation and digitisation, introduced the concept of Brilliant basics, Nurtured leadership development, and Cultivated a culture of collaboration. His visionary approach has played a pivotal role in shaping the HR function at AIL. Under his leadership, AIL was recently awarded the FICCI HR Innovation Award in the Evolving Category(2023). Manoj's educational background reflects his deep understanding of human behaviour and organisational dynamics. He holds a Master of Arts in Psychology, complemented by a Masters in Human Resources. Additionally, he has expanded his knowledge through Management from the HAAS School of Business at the University of California. Manoj Sharma's influence extends beyond AIL, as he is a respected member of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) National HR committee. In 2021, he received the esteemed ET award for "HR Leader of the Year - Large Scale Organization," acknowledging his significant contributions to the field of HR. Manoj Sharma's career exemplifies his dedication to advancing the role of HR in driving organisational success and fostering a people-centric work ecosystem.