Faculty at Great Lakes, IIM
Suresh Verghis MCC-ICF C-IQ
Author | Keynote Speaker | CXO Coach
Hi, I'm Vikram Anand
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My Professional Services...
Adding Value and Making An Impact
Podcaster – The Curious Mind Series
Vikram drives “The Curious Mind Series” LinkedIn & YouTube Live podcasts curating curious questions and seeking responses in a candid & unfiltered conversation
Strategic HR Trainer
Vikram is a certified & accredited HRD Corp Trainer providing training on various HR topics, especially in the HRBP & Talent Acquisition space.
Keynote Speaker
Vikram is an extremely engaging, energising and impactful speaker offering expertise on Talent, Leadership & other HR topics to inspire & motivate diverse audiences.
Career Coach & Mentor
Vikram provides personalised career guidance and coaching to help individuals navigate their professional paths and achieve their goals.
Senior HR Consultant
Vikram offers strategic HR Consulting services, including policy & processes development, talent acquisition and HR transformation for SME’s & Startups.
Event Energiser
Vikram brings life to an event, as an ‘Event Energiser’ carrying his unique style and personality to engage and connect with audience.
ABOUT ME
Vikram Anand
Vikram brings with him a wealth of experience spanning 20+ years in the Corporate Human Resources space having being associated with MNC’s possessing good knowledge, expertise and experience regionally and globally. His career has equipped him with a rich tapestry of knowledge and expertise that spans both regional and global landscapes.
A passionate and enterprising HR Leader, Vikram has been instrumental in achieving high volume growth plans in Tata Technologies (India), HSBC Global Technology Centre’s (India & Malaysia), BAE Systems Digital Intelligence (APAC), British Council (East Asia) and PwC (SEAC) from a Strategic Talent Acquisition / Recruitment & Strategic HR Business Partnering perspective.
Vikram’s strengths lie in his excellent stakeholder management abilities, which allow him to effectively navigate and engage with diverse business leaders across various geographies. His strong cultural understanding further enhances his capability to connect with individuals and teams from different backgrounds, fostering an inclusive workplace environment.
Throughout his career, he has gained invaluable regional (APAC) and global exposure in a matrix working environment, covering critical sectors such as technology, airlines, education, and consulting. This breadth of experience enables him to approach challenges with a comprehensive and informed perspective.
In addition to his professional qualifications, Vikram is known for his engaging personality and exceptional interpersonal skills. His ability to build long-lasting relationships is complemented by an empathetic approach that resonates with colleagues and clients alike. Vikram believes that a touch of fun and humour can significantly enhance workplace dynamics, making him not only a capable all rounded professional but also a well-liked colleague.
Currently, Vikram is offering his professional services to both corporates and individuals, driven by a mission to create value and make a positive impact in the lives of those he works with. His unwavering determination and dedication to his service offerings reflect his commitment to fostering growth and development within organisations and among individuals. Whether through strategic HR initiatives or personalised coaching or as a keynote speaker, Vikram is poised to contribute meaningfully to the success and well-being of his clients.
My Professional Experiences...
The Curious Mind Series & WannaBeee
Sept,2023 till date
Roles Played: Since September 2023, Vikram Anand has embarked on his entrepreneurial journey, successfully offering professional services across multiple domains of expertise :
Podcaster – The Curious Mind Series | Strategic HR Trainer| Talent Enabler | Keynote Speaker | Career Coach & Mentor | Senior HR Consultant (SMEs & Startups) | Event Energiser
PwC SEAC
Nov,2022 to Aug,2023
Role Played :
Regional Talent Acquisition Leader Responsible for driving TA initiatives across 6 countries in SEA leading a team of 11 members.
British Council
Jul,2018 to Aug,2022
Roles Played:
Regional Resourcing Leader (East Asia)
Regional HR Business Partner (East Asia)
Head of HR – Cluster Lead (MY/IDN/PH)
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
March,2014 to June,2018
Roles Played:
Recruitment Manager (APAC)
HR Business Partner (SEA)
AirAsia Berhad
May,2012 to Feb,2014
Roles Played:
Head of Performance & Talent Management (Malaysia)
HSBC
May,2004 to May,2012
Roles Played :
Head of Recruitment & Interim Head of HR (Malaysia)
Senior HRBP (India)
Executive Recruiter (India)
Tata Technologies Ltd
April,2003 to May,2004
Role Played :
HR Executive – Recruitment (India)
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What People Say...
Suresh Verghis MCC-ICF C-IQ
HR Strategy | MY-SG Compensation and Benefits
Fatin Nasuha Zubir
I first met Vikram during his Business Partnering session at the Malaysia HR Forum. His exceptional delivery and the way he engaged with every participant inspired me to seek his career coaching. Vikram is a great listener who creates a comfortable space to share openly. Through his coaching, I gained a deeper understanding of my personality, both personally and professionally. Since then, I’ve been able to maintain a positive mindset and chart a clearer path forward, grounded in my strengths and capabilities.
Every session with Vikram left me feeling truly empowered. He is a remarkable coach, and I extend my sincere thanks from the bottom of my heart. I’m deeply grateful that I took the leap of faith to sign up for his Business Partnering session, it was a great encounter that has made a lasting impact 🙂
His ability to distill complex challenges into actionable strategies is a strength, and he consistently fosters meaningful discussions that drive our initiatives forward. Beyond his professional acumen, Vikram's dedication to mentoring and uplifting others is so appreciated. He has so much to offer for those who are looking to engage his services.
Organizational Psychologist/Global Keynote/Trainer/2xTEDx/4xAuthor/Advisor & Angel Investor
Celina Peerman,
Ph.D., CSP, SHRM-SCP
I have had the privilege of serving alongside Vikram Anand on a non profit board, and his contributions have been consistently insightful and impactful. Vikram brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and empathetic leadership, drawing from his extensive experience in human resources management and organizational transformation.
His ability to distill complex challenges into actionable strategies is a strength, and he consistently fosters meaningful discussions that drive our initiatives forward. Beyond his professional acumen, Vikram's dedication to mentoring and uplifting others is so appreciated. He has so much to offer for those who are looking to engage his services.
Ambank
Jian Yi Kok
Data Engineer
I had the privilege of connecting with Vikram through the Talentbank Mentor Hotseat, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional mentor. His insights and guidance have been invaluable to me, especially when it comes to navigating the complexities of the banking industry. Vikram's career-saving advice has not only helped me in the short term but also a solid foundation for my long term career goals. His passion for mentoring shine through in every interaction, and I am grateful for the clarity he provided during our session.
PwC
Queenie Eng
SEAC Partner
Vikram managed to provide guidance and leadership to the talent acquisition team, just what we needed for our Oracle team’s recruitment process. Vikram provided lots of insights and advice on the upcoming challenges that we will be facing. I benefited from having Vikram as part of my recruitment team.
Vikram all the best for your future career!
British Council
Andrew Burlton
Cluster Director Teaching Americas
I highly recommend Vikram, with whom I worked when he was our HR Business Partner and Recruitment Lead. He is an exceptional HR strategist with strong business partnering skills, adding significant value to our workforce planning and organizational design.
Vikram excels at aligning HR with business goals, providing insightful, analytically-driven advice that helped us evaluate options and risks.
British Council
Simon Hunt
Director Market Development - Teaching
Vikram was the HRBP for our East Asia Teaching Business for more than 2 years. He developed a keen understanding of the business and its HR needs and established strong working relationships with business leads across the region. This internal and external customer orientation helped set a commercial delivery standard for the function.
Finastra
Rohit Warier
Director Global HR Business Partner
Have worked with Vikram for over 2 years. He has been a fantastic colleague and an amazing person to work with. A great orator and truly passionate HR person who diligently follows through to find practical solutions for people issues in the business. His ability to effectively partner with the business and engage with stakeholders is commendable.
Sartorius
Neil Shepherd
HR Business Partner
Vikram brought an enormous amount of energy and passion to our HR Business Partnering team for the two years we worked together. He is a highly effective communicator and is always quick to proactively and effectively take the lead, whether on strategic initiatives or team planning sessions. Vikram is also a great human being who genuinely cares about the people he works with.
Quantexa
ABBAS ALI KAVERIPAKKAM
Head Of Delivery
Vikram was a great combination of HR and Recruitment talent in one .He is a great coach and comes out with great ideas to look at problems. Great people person .Give him the freedom and right support and he will do what you need for the next five years.
Merlin Entertainments
Bronia Sanders
Finance Director
Vikram did a superb job helping me to recruit a number of finance professionals at a variety of different levels. He was very informative about the environment and process in KL as it was a new geography for me. He was extremely committed to making sure I had everything I needed the whole way through with regular communication and updates. All the individuals were well prepped and also very complimentary of a Vikram from a candidate perspective too.
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
Govind Menon
Global Head People Services
It is rare that you come across an individual who showcases the exuberance of Vikram in an organization. I had the pleasure of working with him for almost four years at the BAE, collaborating on several projects. I was particularly impressed by Vikram’ s ability to handle even the toughest employees and candidates—effortlessly. That skill often takes years to develop among HR professionals, but it seemed to come perfectly naturally to him. No matter how tense a meeting, Vikram made sure everyone left with a smile.
BMI Group
Colin Mason
GSSC Finance Transformation - Transition Lead
Vikram was very professional when dealing with my requirements throughout the recruitment process in BAE AI Kuala Lumpur. He ensured the candidates were fully prepared for their interview and always followed this up with good communication. Very likable chap who was always well organized and gave valuable feedback with balanced views throughout the HR process. I would recommend Vikram to anyone looking for a new HR Head and to any company looking for a solid HR professional.
www.mithai4all.com
Kedar Saraswate
Director & CEO
Vikram was very professional when dealing with my requirements throughout the recruitment process in BAE AI Kuala Lumpur. He ensured the candidates were fully prepared for their interview and always followed this up with good communication. Very likable chap who was always well organized and gave valuable feedback with balanced views throughout the HR process. I would recommend Vikram to anyone looking for a new HR Head and to any company looking for a solid HR professional.
Jio
Preetham Singh
Vice President, CHRO at Reliance Jio, Connectivity Platforms & AI Operations
Vikram is a very matured & evolved HR Generalist with expertise in Recruitment & Line HR .
I have worked with Vikram very closely; he is one of my most dependable team leaders. High energy, Smart, Sharp, Focused, Committed, high on integrity & sense of ownership.
Strives to perfection. Deploy him on an assignment & be rest-assured it’s delivered. His ability to deliver in chaos & think clearly is very impressive.
Eviden
Osborne Pereira
Vice President
Vikram as an HR professional is a valued HR Business Partner, his ability to address employee issues and manage business leaders expectation is commendable. He is a brilliant organizer!!!
HSBC
Archita Panda
Senior Executive
Vikram is highly creative in his work. His potential to deal with crisis and seamless delivery reflects his commitement.He is passionate about employee engagement intiatives and employee relation. His energy, dedication and creativity is a real asset to the team he is associated with.
Deutsche Bank
Deepti Kulkarni
Talent Aquisition
He is a very easy going and a great person to work for/ with… He is extremely focused… believes in planning his work... He has been really helpful and has been available whenever needed…It was a lot of fun working with Vikram... Will never loose an opportunity to work with again…. Good Luck Vikram
Transcosmos Malaysia
Vigneshvaran Sethuraman
Business Process Consultant
Being mentored by Vikram as an HR expert was a truly enriching experience, and I cannot speak highly enough of him. In addition to his impressive HR expertise, Vikram possesses a unique blend of empathy, insight, and dedication to helping others succeed.
Schindler India
Kapil Malhotra
Vice President
I first met Vikram as part of one off professional meeting in Malaysia. From the outset, he came across a person who has immense knowledge and leadership. Later, I connected with Vikram for professional advice and guidance on local HR matters. He patiently keep sharing his experiences and guided me through. And till now, I call him. He is one of the most positive human being which i have come across. I wish him the very best! Vikram, you are simply awesome!
TSH Resources Berhad
Rahman Abdullah
Human Resource Business Partner
I thoroughly enjoyed Vikram’s session on HR Business Partnering. His content was exceptional, unfolding concepts layer by layer, much like peeling an onion, to reveal the true essence of HR Business Partnering. He used relatable examples and multiple media formats, which kept the audience engaged and connected to the ideas presented.
Vikram’s delivery style was relaxed yet highly engaging, making it easy to absorb and connect with the material.
Dragonfly
Chantelle Botha
VIP Catalyst
I had the absolute pleasure of being interviewed by Vik on his Curious Mind podcast last week. What I really enjoyed was the surprise nature of the questions and discussion he had prepared. This gave me the freedom to be my most authentic self. He's also built a fabulous audience of listeners who don't shy away from asking the deep and pertinent questions that need to be asked.
JD Corporate Advisory Sdn Bhd
Leethiya R.
Business Development
I had the pleasure of attending the Malaysia HR Forum in JB on 16th December 2024, where Mr. Vikram stood out as one of the most engaging speakers.
Unlike many sessions that day, his stood out with an interactive HRBP activity that was not only refreshing but much-needed, especially in the post-lunch slump. His energy and enthusiasm transformed the atmosphere, turning a drowsy crowd into an energized and attentive audience.
Mr. Vikram's innovative approach to HR and his ability to inspire a shift in mindset were both entertaining and thought-provoking. His dynamic presence and unique delivery made a lasting impact.
Kudos to Mr. Vikram for his excellent effort! Here's to more inspiring HR sessions and vibrant energy in the Southern Region!
Ferrotec Manufacturing Malaysia
Rachel Tan
IR & ER Manager II
Dear Vikram Anand,
I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your insightful and engaging presentation on HR Business Partnering in the Digital Age at the Malaysia HR Forum Conference & Exhibition.
Your expertise and perspective on how HR can evolve to meet the challenges and opportunities of the digital era were both thought-provoking and highly relevant. The practical strategies and examples you shared provided valuable takeaways that I’m sure many of us will be able to apply in our organizations.
I truly appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to sharing your knowledge with me. It was an absolute pleasure to learn from you, and your session was undoubtedly one of the highlights of the event.
Cheers,
Rachel
Daxonet Group
Melvin Lee
CEO
Collaborating with Mr. Vikram on our recent HR initiative was excellent. His innovative
approach led to the successful implementation of a new performance management system.
The project was completed on schedule. Mr. Vikram's professionalism and expertise were
evident throughout, and we look forward to future collaborations.
University Of Southampton Malaysia
Asha Alex
Human Resource Manager
I had the pleasure of attending Mr. Vikram Anand’s insightful talk at the Malaysia HR Forum Conference & Exhibition 2024 on December 16. His session on HR Business Partnering (HRBP) was both engaging and thought-provoking.
What stood out most was his creative use of food analogies in his slides to simplify and relate industry best practices to everyday concepts. This unique approach not only made the session enjoyable but also memorable.
Mr. Anand’s expertise, storytelling, and ability to connect with his audience showcased his deep understanding of the HR landscape. Looking forward to more of his sessions in the future!
Taylor's International School
Key Achievements (2024–2025)
🎙️ Podcasting: Launched and broadcasted 16 episodes of ‘The Curious Mind Series’ via LinkedIn Live and YouTube Live.
📚 Training: Delivered 15 masterclasses on Strategic HRBP and HRM.
🎤 Speaking Engagements: Presented 5 keynote speeches at various forums.
🧭 Career Coaching: Supported numerous individuals through face-to-face and virtual coaching, aiding their career transitions.
🏢 HR Consulting: Provided strategic HR consulting to 3 SMEs and Startups on a project basis.
🎉 Event Energising: Energised over 5 events and conferences, bringing enthusiasm and engagement to diverse audiences.
📊 Additional Consulting: Delivered tailored HR solutions to 1 SME and 1 Startup.
I had the privilege of organising and attending Vikram Anand’s masterclass on Virtual Podcasting for Speakers, and it was truly outstanding. Vikram brings together deep knowledge of the podcasting world with a gift for making it practical and actionable for professionals and speakers.
What impressed me most was his ability to show how podcasting can be both simple and powerful - focusing on authenticity, consistency, and meaningful audience engagement rather than chasing perfection. His clarity, passion, and generosity in sharing made the session highly energising and impactful.
Vikram is not just a podcaster—he is a catalyst who inspires others to see podcasting as a tool to build authority, trust, and community. I strongly recommend him to any speaker or leader looking to expand their influence and brand through podcasting.