Human Resource

Ciena Appoints Marc D. Graff as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
19 Jun

Ciena Appoints Marc D. Graff as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
Delhi – Ciena Corporation, the global leader in high-speed connectivity, today announced the appointment of Marc D. Graff as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective August 1, 2025. Reporting to President and CEO Gary B. Smith as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, he will be based at Ciena’s corporate headquarters in Maryland. "Marc brings extensive financial expertise and industry knowledge, particularly in data center-related technologies, to Ciena at a pivotal time as AI and cloud computing fuel growing demand for high-speed connectivity," said Gary B. Smith, President and CEO of Ciena. "His leadership of our…
Read More
Hoonartek Appoints Shobhit Jaiswal as Chief Growth Officer for the Americas
16 Apr

Hoonartek Appoints Shobhit Jaiswal as Chief Growth Officer for the Americas

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
New Delhi: — Global data and AI solutions company Hoonartek has announced the appointment of Shobhit Jaiswal as its Chief Growth Officer – Americas, marking a strategic move to accelerate its expansion across the United States and the broader Americas region. With over two decades of experience in leading large-scale data and AI transformations for Fortune 500 companies, Jaiswal will spearhead growth strategy, revenue generation, client engagement, and strategic partnerships in the Americas. His expertise spans data monetization, end-to-end AI solutions, account development, and C-suite collaboration. Before joining Hoonartek, Jaiswal held senior leadership roles in global technology firms where he…
Read More
Hoonartek appoints Sunil Sharma as the Chief Delivery Officer
19 Dec

Hoonartek appoints Sunil Sharma as the Chief Delivery Officer

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
New Delhi, 19th December 2024: Hoonartek, a global provider of data, digital, and AI solutions, today announced the appointment of Sunil Sharma as Chief Delivery Officer (CDO). Sunil will oversee all delivery operations in this role, ensuring efficient execution and unparalleled customer value. With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, Sunil brings a deep understanding of scaled operations and large-scale program delivery. He has held leadership positions at prominent organisations, including Coforge, Wipro, Accenture, and Infosys. His proven delivery excellence and process improvement track record will accelerate Hoonartek’s growth. “We are delighted to welcome Sunil to the Hoonartek…
Read More
JioCinema Appoints Ishan Chatterjee as Chief Business Officer
05 Oct

JioCinema Appoints Ishan Chatterjee as Chief Business Officer

MediaCatalystEntertainment, Human Resource
Mumbai: JioCinema, a leading digital entertainment platform in India, has announced the appointment of Ishan Chatterjee as its new Chief Business Officer. This move underscores the company's ambition to enhance its technological capabilities and provide innovative digital experiences to its growing audience. In his new role, Chatterjee will oversee the monetization strategy for JioCinema, focusing on revenue generation from sports and small to medium-sized business (SMB) growth within both the sports and entertainment sectors. His expertise comes from a robust background in digital media; prior to joining JioCinema, he served as Managing Director at YouTube India, where he significantly influenced…
Read More
Unicommerce Expands Leadership Team to Drive Growth
25 Sep

Unicommerce Expands Leadership Team to Drive Growth

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
The e-commerce enablement SaaS platform, Unicommerce, has announced the expansion of its leadership team with two strategic hires. Pranay Kale will take the helm as Head of India Sales, while Vaibhav Mehrotra will lead the marketing function. Pranay Kale brings over 18 years of SaaS industry experience, having worked across diverse sectors globally. He has previously driven growth for companies like Leadsquared, HighRadius, and Realization Technologies. As the new Sales Head for India, Kale will be instrumental in accelerating Unicommerce's growth trajectory. Vaibhav Mehrotra is a seasoned marketing leader with a 15+ year career spanning brand, product, digital, and performance…
Read More
Tamarind Global Appoints Rania Sharqawi as Business Development Manager for Saudi Arabia & Bahrain
11 Sep

Tamarind Global Appoints Rania Sharqawi as Business Development Manager for Saudi Arabia & Bahrain

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
Mumbai: Tamarind Global, a leader in the travel, corporate services, and events industry, has announced the appointment of Rania Sharqawi as its new Business Development Manager for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. Sharqawi comes with nearly 12 years of experience in the travel and tourism sector. Her vast experience and recognition as an Ambassador of Goodwill & Peace in Tourism & Travel, with permanent membership in the United Nations, makes her a valuable addition to Tamarind Global's leadership team. Throughout her career, Sharqawi has held various roles in prominent organizations within the travel industry. Before joining Tamarind Global, she was associated…
Read More
Creative Synergies Group Recognized for Excellence in Talent and Employee Engagement
04 Sep

Creative Synergies Group Recognized for Excellence in Talent and Employee Engagement

MediaCatalystHuman Resource
Bangalore: Creative Synergies Group, a global leader in engineering and digital technology services, has received two recognitions at the 6th CHRO Confex & Awards 2024. The organization secured two awards under the categories 'Excellence in Employee Experience' and 'Excellence in Talent Acquisition/Management.' These recognitions reflect Creative Synergies Group's continuous commitment to fostering a people-centric workplace and following the latest talent management practices. Creative Synergies Group was awarded based on the outcomes presented in its case studies, which highlighted the unique practices in employee experience and talent acquisition followed within the organization. The awards further appreciate the company's efforts to uphold a respectful work culture…
Read More
How to Address Conflicts and Prevent Them from Escalating in the Workplace
24 May

How to Address Conflicts and Prevent Them from Escalating in the Workplace

MediaCatalystColumn, Human Resource,
Conflict in the workplace is unavoidable. Differing personalities, working methods, and stress levels might foster disputes. However, how these conflicts are resolved has a tremendous impact on the entire work atmosphere and productivity. According to the CPP Global Human Capital Report, 85% of employees face some level of conflict, with 29% dealing with it regularly. It is imperative to look at effective ways to defuse conflicts and keep them from escalating, resulting in a healthier and more productive workplace. Understanding the Causes of Workplace Conflicts Before getting into conflict resolution tactics, it’s critical to understand the most typical causes of workplace conflict. These may include: Lack of communication can cause disagreements…
Read More
Online hiring demand in April ‘21 exceeded April ‘20 level in 10 of the 27 Industries: Monster Employment Index
12 May

Online hiring demand in April ‘21 exceeded April ‘20 level in 10 of the 27 Industries: Monster Employment Index

MediaCatalystHuman Resource,
Bengaluru: Monster Employment Index, the comprehensive job analysis report by Monster.com, has published its findings for April 2021, providing insights into the job market across industries, cities, and functions.  The data from the 1st to 30th April 2021 indicates that the employment index saw a decline in job posting activity in April 2021 compared to the previous month, March 2021, by 3%. Overall job postings have declined by 4% year-on-year as of April 2021, compared to April 2020. The job postings for entry-level roles have declined by 5% month-on-month (April 2021 vs. March 2021). The decline in postings is due to the…
Read More
24 Mar

Returning from Maternity Leave To The New Normal

MediaCatalystColumn, Human Resource
Re-entering the workforce after a long break can be overwhelming. Returning to work after pregnancy and childbirth as a breastfeeding mother is more complicated than most people consider. The Coronavirus pandemic and the changes it brought forth have only made matters more complicated, especially for women coming back to work after maternity leave. Although, we may not know how far these changes have affected our lives, working mothers are bearing the brunt of this unusual global crisis.  Returning to work – Before the pandemic Becoming a mother brings several changes to a woman’s life. Going back to work after maternity…
Read More