What does it take to build a culture where ideas evolve, accelerate, and transform the world around us?In this episode of Culture Café, Dr. M. Parvez Alam, Executive Director, Crescent Innovation & Incubation Council (CIIC) and AIC-CIIC, breaks down the intricate journey of innovation with Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder-President, Avtar Group.Through his experience leading one of India’s most dynamic incubation ecosystems, Dr. Parvez shares compelling insights on empowering innovators, designing cultures of experimentation, and creating an environment where failure becomes fuel. This episode unpacks the layers of culture - from laying the foundation for sustainable innovation to the role of leadership in enabling experimentation and agility.If you’re a leader shaping transformation, a founder building something new, or a professional curious about the future of innovation, tune in to this conversation for a grounded perspective on what drives impact.Watch this episode and discover how innovation grows when culture leads the way.#PodcastSeries #CultureCafe #InnovationEcosystem #CultureOfInnovation #StartupIndia #IdeasIntoImpact #humanleadership 📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

In this inspiring episode of Culture Café, Dr. Subramani Ramakrishnan, Vice President, UPS India Technology Centre – the Global Capability Centre (GCC), unpacks the powerful intersection of culture, innovation, and human potential with Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder-President, Avtar Group.Drawing from his leadership experience in one of the world’s most dynamic technology ecosystems, Dr. Subramani shares how UPS India’s people-first approach transforms culture into a growth catalyst - driving collaboration, creativity, and excellence across borders.In this episode, you’ll discover how culture becomes a strategic differentiator in the GCC landscape, leadership philosophies that turn potential into performance, and the future of work in purpose-driven, innovation-led organizations.Listen now to discover how workplaces that cultivate culture don’t just adapt to the future, but also create it.

What does it truly mean to build a culture that endures?In this episode of Culture Café, Radhika Nair, Head of People & Culture, India, Volvo Group India Pvt Ltd, takes us through “The Journey of Culture” - an insightful exploration of how organizations evolve when people are placed at the heart of transformation.Radhika shares her experiences leading with empathy, driving inclusion, and aligning culture with purpose in one of India’s most respected global organizations. In this episode, you’ll discover how culture evolves through trust and transformation, the leadership mindset that nurtures belonging, and why people-first values are central to organizational success.Listen now to reimagine culture not as a framework, but as a journey that defines who we are, and who we aspire to become.📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

What’s your organization's culture quotient?In this episode of Culture Café - a podcast series by Avtar Group and CII - Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder-President, Avtar Group and Vivek Sapre, Group CHRO, Veranda Learning Solutions, explore how culture can be measured, managed, and maximised to create thriving workplaces.Vivek brings a rich perspective on people leadership in one of the fastest-growing industries - education. He shares actionable insights on how to align organizational values with measurable outcomes and practical steps to strengthen your workplace culture quotient. Whether you’re an HR leader or a professional curious about the future of work, this episode will help you rethink culture as a true business advantage.Subscribe for more episodes featuring leaders who are redefining workplace culture, inclusion, and leadership.📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

What makes retail brands thrive in a world of shifting customer expectations? This episode of Culture Cafe features Dr R Sangeetha, Group Head HR, Kirtilals and Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder-President, Avtar Group, exploring the culture code behind one of India’s most trusted jewellery brands - Kirtilals.In this episode, Dr Sangeetha talks about culture being the "invisible code" that drives retail excellence and how a family-run business like Kirtilals balances tradition and modernity. This isn’t just about retail. It’s about leadership, inclusivity, and building organisations that last.Watch now on YouTube and subscribe for more powerful conversations on leadership, culture, and the future of work.📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

What defines workplace culture - policies or people? This episode of Culture Cafe is all about understanding the nuances with Amitabh Lal Das, Chief Legal Officer at Hyundai Motor India and Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder-President, Avtar Group - to explore how culture is shaped beyond compliance and rulebooks.Whether you’re a HR professional, or someone curious about workplace evolution, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on creating workplaces that thrive beyond policies.Tune in now to watch the full episode.📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

What happens when a leader realizes that digital transformation isn’t just about technology, but about people and culture? For this episode, we have Sanjay Menon, Managing Director, Publicis Sapient, India reveals how organization navigates change by aligning culture, collaboration, and customer impact.This episode is about: - The leadership traits driving agility and inclusion. - Ways to connect global and hybrid teams. - The importance of human connection in digital-first workplaces.Tune in now for leadership conversations on workplace culture.📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in

Welcome to another power-packed episode of Culture Café, where we bring you candid conversations on the evolving world of work and inclusion.

In this episode, we have Abhijit Banerjee, Managing Director, Linde India Limited sharing how Linde India has embedded psychological safety as a cornerstone of its workplace culture. From navigating discomfort to enabling diverse voices at the table, this conversation explores: - Why psychological safety is a leadership responsibility. - How it drives team performance, creativity, and trust. - The role of culture in making safety sustainable.

This episode goes deep into how leaders can create cultures of clarity, care, and courage, and why the cost of silence is far greater than the risk of vulnerability.Tune in now for leadership conversations on workplace culture. 📩 For collaborations or business inquiries: info@avtarinc.in