Tech Mahindra, an Indian multinational information technology services and consulting company, has appointed Richard Lobo as its new Chief People Officer. With 23 years of HR experience, including a seven-year tenure as Infosys' HR Head, Richard has earned acclaim for his people-first approach to corporate culture and his dedication to developing young leaders.
Richard is at the helm of shaping the talent strategy and advancing workforce innovation for the company's 146,000 employees spread across 90 countries. His mission is clear: to unlock the full potential of the tech giant's human capital, grounded in human-first principles.
Richard's Pioneering Leadership in CHRO
Before his role at Tech Mahindra, Richard held the position of Executive Vice President and HR Head at Infosys Ltd., contributing as a director to the boards of Infosys Consulting and Infosys China since starting his career at Godrej group in 1996.
He is known for his strategic advisory role within India's start-up ecosystem, offering guidance on people strategies. His expertise covers organizational change, scaling human resources processes, fostering sustainable growth, and mentoring leadership to cultivate exceptional workplaces centered on human-first principles. Richard's approach to integrating business with people-centric strategies has helped companies adapt to the evolving work landscape, effectively managing complex talent dynamics.
Richard was named the HR Leader of 2023 by the Economic Times, applauding his contribution to the HR field. He also actively collaborates with industry bodies such as CII and NASSCOM, promoting industry-government partnerships focused on HR initiatives.
As a seasoned HR leader, Richard excels in aligning talent strategically to give businesses a competitive edge in people management. His commitment to improving employee experiences and advocating for diversity and inclusion has been crucial in supporting organizations' growth paths.