Leading one of the world’s most iconic hospitality brands in a fast-growing and culturally diverse region requires more than just operational excellence; it calls for emotional intelligence, cultural fluency and a deep commitment to people. At Hilton, these are embedded in how teams work, lead and serve every day.

In this episode of the For All Podcast by Great Place to Work® India, Balbir Singh, CEO of Great Place To Work India, is joined by Zubin Saxena, Senior Vice President and Regional Head, South Asia at Hilton, for a candid conversation on how to sustain a people-first culture that promises higher revenues and shareholders’ returns.

Balfour Manuel, Managing Director of Blue Dart Express, joined the company as a young MBA graduate and rose through the ranks to lead one of India’s most trusted logistics brands. He was named ‘CEO of the Year’ at the 23rd Business Leader of the Year Awards in 2025.

In this episode of the For All Podcast, hosted by Balbir Singh, CEO, Great Place to Work® India, Balfour reflects on Blue Dart’s enduring culture, from early values to everyday actions that build trust, resilience, and belonging.

Dhiraj Singh is the CEO of SIS Group Enterprises, a market leader in security. An IIT Mumbai graduate with degrees from Tulane and Thunderbird, he has led several startups in the infrastructure and services sectors and held leadership roles at Tata Steel, Bechtel, Laing O’Rourke, and DLF’s vKarma Capital. He’s also a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and internationally featured wildlife photographer.

In this episode of the For All Podcast by Great Place to Work® India, Dhiraj Singh shares how SIS Group fosters belonging, trust, and performance across a 300,000-strong workforce. From eliminating the CHRO role to redefining care, he unpacks the values and practices behind SIS’s people-first culture. With sharp insights and relatable stories, this episode offers a real-world look at building purpose-led workplaces at scale.