The HR Synergy Meet 2025, held on October 4th at GLS University in collaboration with HR Circle, was designed to foster networking between HR representatives and university placement coordinators, aiming to boost opportunities for the student community. The event, themed "From People to Profits: HR Through the Business Lens," emphasized the evolving role of Human Resources in driving organizational success, while also highlighting the importance of building stronger connections between academia and industry.
The meet brought together HR professionals and university representatives to explore how HR can not only enhance organizational growth but also create more avenues for student placements and career development. A central feature of the event was a panel discussion moderated by Nishad Joshi, Program Manager at Ernst & Young LLP. The panel featured industry leaders, including Dr. Chandni Kapadia, Executive Director of GLS University, who shared valuable insights on the critical balance between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Emotional Intelligence (EI) in shaping future leaders. Dr. Kapadia’s advocacy for women in leadership also underscored the importance of creating diverse opportunities for students as they step into the workforce.
Other notable panelists included Hiranand Savlani, CFO & Executive Director of Astral Limited, who reframed the success of HR by asking, "How many leaders have you created?" This thought-provoking question led to a broader discussion on leadership development and its role in shaping the future of work. Tejinder Oberoi, Executive Director of Cygnet Group, focused on HR’s ability to build a resilient and intellectual workforce, while Rohit Agarwal, Founder & Business Head of Urban Space, discussed the importance of culture and teams as the true currency of trust within organizations. Umang Nahata, CEO of Mastek Group, emphasized that HR must nurture and empower the top 20% of employees who drive the majority of growth, aligning this with the potential of student talent.
Jenny Benoy, AVP-HR at ETech India, delivered a keynote on the Return on Investment (ROI) from HR, stressing how HR’s role is evolving beyond traditional functions to become a key driver of business success.
The key takeaways from the event included the importance of investing in people to drive profits, the ever-evolving nature of HR, and the need for HR to foster strong teams and leadership to produce measurable business results. The event also underscored the power of partnerships between universities and industry leaders, helping to create more opportunities for students to thrive in the professional world.
The HR Synergy Meet was a powerful reminder of the growing role HR plays in shaping the future of both businesses and students, making it clear that strategic collaborations between academia and industry are essential in unlocking new opportunities for the next generation of professionals.
