Career Odysseys

Richa Shekhar is a highly accomplished strategic leader with over 22 years of extensive experience in the financial services industry, particularly in Investment Management, Asset Servicing, Treasury Operations, and Retirement Solutions. Richa has successfully navigated her career by leading cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, managing complex global transitions, and driving process re-engineering projects across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Her career journey includes significant leadership roles such as Senior Director at Principal Global Services, where she served from October 2020 to November 2022, and Vice President - Service Delivery Leader for Investment Management at BNY Mellon from September 2014 to September 2020. Richa has also made notable contributions during her tenure as Senior Manager - Investment Management Operations at AXA Business Services Pvt. Ltd., and earlier as Assistant Manager in Treasury Operations at GE Capital Services India. Richa’s strong ed

Meet Janhvie Khele , an accomplished legal and corporate governance professional with over 17 years of extensive experience in the field. Janhvie currently serves as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer at Thermax Ltd., one of India’s top 500 listed companies. Her illustrious career includes pivotal roles in renowned organizations such as Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd., Cummins India Ltd., and AXA Business Services Pvt. Ltd. Throughout her career, she has been a strategic advisor in legal, secretarial, and governance matters, with a strong focus on regulatory compliances, contract management, litigations, and corporate actions. Beyond her core professional commitments, Janhvie is an advocate for corporate social responsibility (CSR) and pro-bono activities. She has led several process improvement initiatives and has been instrumental in training fresh Company Secretary and legal interns. Her achievements have been recognized with several awards, including the prestigious &quo

RJ Adhishh, a Golden Mike Award winner for Regional RJ of the Year 2024, is a prominent figure in the broadcasting world, known for his exceptional talent and creativity. Hailing from Pune, RJ Adhishh's journey is reminiscent of Farhan from the movie "Three Idiots," who followed his passion to become a successful creative professional, leaving behind a career in finance. Adhishh pursued his CWA as well as MBA and worked with the Tata Group before deciding to follow his true calling in radio. RJ Adhishh's career highlights include his significant contribution to launching MY FM's highest revenue-yielding radio station and producing content-rich short videos that have garnered over 1.8 million views across various digital platforms. His innovative approach and dedication have led to the production of the highest number of client-specific digital videos for Radio City Nashik station. Currently, RJ Adhishh is the Morning Show Host at Mirchi in Pune, where he has b

In the realm of education and employability, few names stand as tall as Neeti Sharma's. With a career spanning over three decades, Neeti has carved out an impressive niche, becoming a stalwart in the sector. Her grounded personality and unwavering dedication to improving employability and education have earned her a revered place among industry leaders. Currently serving as the CEO of TeamLease Digital, Neeti has been instrumental in hiring over 80,000 technology professionals, positioning the company as a preferred partner across various sectors. Her strategic leadership and innovative approach have significantly contributed to the company's growth and success. Previously, as the President and Co-Founder of TeamLease Edtech, Neeti led the integration of multiple learning businesses, driving the company's growth and setting the stage for its potential IPO. Her efforts in business transformation resulted in an impressive annual growth rate of 20-25%. Neeti's journe