Bharti Foundation has been recognized as ‘India’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2023’ consecutively for the second year

Sep 30, 2023 | Uncategorized

Empowering women through education and employment has been a steadfast commitment at Bharti Foundation. Being the philanthropic arm of Bharti Enterprises, the Foundation has always extended its efforts by bringing change through the work that they do, especially for females in rural India who have limited facilities in their ambit. Being a changemaker in the education sector, the Foundation has been persistently working towards cultivating a diverse workplace where women are empowered to make significant contributions to the organization’s growth and simultaneously excel in their careers. 76% females are employed as teachers in Foundation’s Satya Bharti Schools with 61% females in leadership roles. Moreover, quite a few Satya Bharti School (flagship program of Bharti Foundation) alumni have returned as teachers in the schools they have studied, setting examples in the community. This serves as a testimony to the fact that the Foundation has proved itself to be a beacon of support for the children through education.

Bharti Foundation is proud to have supported women, especially in the rural sector, through education, employment, and professional advancement opportunities. It has strong processes wrapped in fairness and transparency, providing them the opportunity to innovate and build entrepreneurial spirit. Recently, the Foundation has been recognized as ‘India’s Best Workplaces for Women 2023’ by Great Place To Work®, a global authority on workplace culture and employee engagement. More than 80% women employees of the Foundation shared positive feedback about the organization in the Great Place to Work Survey.

In this year for India, based on a rigorous evaluation methodology, 100 organizations have been recognized as ‘India’s Best Workplaces^TM for Women 2023’. These organizations particularly excel both in people practices and proactively work on building a High Trust Culture. This recognition, among other accolades highlight Bharti Foundation’s system efficiency, quality standards and its unwavering commitment towards creating a safe and conducive work environment, especially for women, leading to successful programs through which it has been able to impact lives of nearly 3 million children in rural India.

South Indian Bank Welcomes P R Seshadri as New MD & CEO

Sep 30, 2023 | Uncategorized

South Indian Bank (SIB), one of India’s leading private sector banks with over nine-decade legacy has appointed P R Seshadri as its MD & CEO effective 1^st of October 2023. He will succeed Mr. Murali Ramakrishnan who served a successful tenure from 1^st October 2020 till 30^th September 2023.

With nearly 25 years of banking experience spanning domestic and international markets, Mr. P R Seshadri has held senior leadership positions at prestigious institutions, including Karur Vysya Bank Limited and Citigroup. His leadership, marked by scaling, optimizing, growing, and transforming businesses, has earned him respect and acclaim within the industry. His career trajectory underscores his ability to drive sustained growth, emphasizing the adoption of digital operational frameworks and innovative solutions to meet the unique demands of the Indian market. Prior to joining SIB, Mr. Seshadri was associated with the Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) in a similar role.

Welcoming the incoming Managing Director & CEO, Mr. Thomas Joseph K, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer said, “Embracing a new era of leadership, we proudly welcome Mr. Seshadri to lead our institution. With a proven track record and a visionary approach, he embodies the future of banking excellence. His expertise will guide us towards greater heights, paving the way for success and prosperity for our valued clients and stakeholders. Together, we anticipate exploring new frontiers in finance and redefining growth through a customer-centric ethos.”

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. P R Seshadri, Managing Director and CEO, South Indian Bank said, “Leading South Indian Bank is a privilege as we embark on a growth journey, leveraging technology while upholding our business values and rich heritage. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with the Bank’s talented professionals to build upon the legacy. Together, we will navigate the evolving financial landscape, delivering innovative solutions and unparalleled service to our clients.”

Mr. P R Seshadri is an electrical engineer and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in management from IIM Bangalore. In his new role as MD & CEO, he is poised to lead South Indian Bank into an era of growth and innovation, while upholding its rich legacy and core values, promising an exciting journey ahead for the Bank and its stakeholders.