Jayesh Wadher Wins Hidden Gem of the Year Gold at the Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024
Jayesh incredible path through some of the most prominent names in the hospitality sector is a testament to his commitment to transformative leadership, diversity, and people-first policies.
Jayesh Wadher, Corporate Head of Talent and Culture at Pride Hotels Group, has been recognized as the Hidden Gem of the Year Gold winner at the Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards. He brings over two decades of expertise in human resources, talent acquisition, and organizational leadership. His remarkable journey through some of the most prestigious names in the hospitality industry reflects his dedication to people-first strategies, diversity, and transformative leadership.
Jayesh began his career with a solid academic foundation, earning a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Mithibai College of Arts and an MBA in Human Resources Management from SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS). His professional journey has been defined by his ability to create impactful HR frameworks and his commitment to employee engagement and satisfaction.
Currently serving as the Corporate Head of Talent & Culture at Pride Hotels Group, Jayesh is leading initiatives to foster a culture of excellence and innovation. Under his leadership, the group has implemented strategic HR processes to enhance talent acquisition, retention, and branding. His experience as Director of Talent & Culture at Accor and Radisson Blu Resort Goa Cavelossim Beach exemplifies his capacity to align organizational goals with human capital development.
His professional achievements include managing HR operations across leading hospitality brands, spearheading digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, and fostering an inclusive environment through diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. With a focus on talent branding and positioning organizations as employers of choice, Jayesh has consistently demonstrated his expertise in creating high-performing workplaces.
Jayesh believes in a holistic approach to HR, where strategic decision-making meets empathetic leadership. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability and innovation, particularly in a dynamic industry like hospitality. His ability to balance CXO-level decision-making with a focus on employee well-being makes him a respected figure in the field.
As an HR visionary, Jayesh continues to contribute significantly to the Indian hospitality industry, creating a lasting impact on the organizations he serves and the professionals he mentors.
Meela Seenarain
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