Hello, I'm Venky Iyer.

Venky Iyer – Senior HR Executive | Strategic People Leader | Data-Driven Talent Architect | AI-HR Enthusiast I’m a senior HR executive and strategic people leader with over 20 years of global experience driving human capital strategy​,​ people analytics​,​ and organizational transformation across Fortune 500 companies and high-growth enterprises. With a strong background in talent management​,​ HR operations​,​ and workforce planning​,​ I focus on aligning people strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable impact. In my previous current role as Director of HR at Centific​,​ I’ve led enterprise-wide initiatives in talent acquisition​,​ people analytics​,​ and HR tech adoption—resulting in over $2M in cost savings while building scalable systems for employee engagement and retention. I bring deep expertise in HRIS implementation​,​ DEI integration​,​ and change management​,​ and have successfully led global teams through complex transformations​,​ including M&A. Previously at Capgemini​,​ I played a key role in enhancing performance management​,​ global HRBP strategies​,​ and leadership development. My approach is highly data-driven and people-centric​,​ supported by certifications in Gen AI for HR (IBM)​,​ People Analytics (Wharton)​,​ Organizational Design & Development (Stanford)​,​ and Advanced Strategic HR (Cornell). I hold an MBA in Human Resources and a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. Based in the Seattle area and a U.S. citizen​,​ I’m open to travel as needed by the job.