Mr Isaac Samala Gerard is an astute strategist in Human Resource Development and has over 32 years of experience. He holds a master’s degree from Loyola College, Chennai and also has a post-graduate certification in HRM from XLRI, Jamshedpur.
Mr Gerard has worked for renowned global brands such as FLSmidth Private Limited, Kone India Technology & Engineering Centre, Dodsal Engineering & Constructions, and Bilfinger Neo Structo Construction Pvt Limited in the capacity of Head of Human Resources. His last assignment in the Hindustan Group of Institutions as the Chief Human Resource Officer saw him playing a pivotal role in facilitating and implementing various HR initiatives in the group.
Apart from being a certified Career Development Trainer from Right Management, USA and OPQ Assessor from SHL India, Mr Isaac Samala Gerard also specialises in Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development and Performance Management.
As a leader, Mr Gerard is a creative and unconventional thinker. He is proficient in building and motivating teams and believes in enabling individuals to achieve personal and institutional goals. He has also played a key role in monitoring and addressing performance issues, driving engagement initiatives across management levels and developing talent management strategies and processes.