SG Analytics (SGA), a global insights and analytics company, has announced the appointment of Kiran Bala as chief human resources officer (CHRO). 

Bala brings over 18 years of experience leading high-performing human resources (HR) teams at global organisations, to her new role.

As CHRO, Bala will lead SG Analytics’ global HR strategy to improve operational effectiveness and align with the company’s business priorities as it continues along its explosive growth story. She will work along with SGA’s global HR team and senior leaders to design programs that focus on employer brand, employee experience and talent practices.

Bala recently served as Head of Human Resources for UST BlueConch, a global product and platform engineering company. Throughout her career, Kiran has worked with distinct companies (SKF, Persistent Systems, Schaeffler Group, IBM and M&M), cultures, and roles to lead people teams that manage all aspects of HR. She is passionate about building high performance teams, strengthening culture, and learning and development.

“Since the last couple of years, SG Analytics has grown phenomenally in terms of revenue and team members. We now have over 1,100 team members, with more than half of them added in the last three years. Leading a talented and global workforce is an essential ingredient for our success. As we continue to grow, Kiran’s extensive global experience, clear vision, and strong leadership skills will help us attract, grow, and provide a career-defining experience to our team members,” said Sushant Gupta, founder and CEO, SG Analytics. 

“A phenomenal customer experience is the result of a great employee experience. SG Analytics’ growth journey is enviable, and I’m excited to be a part of it. I look forward to strengthening people practices, experiencing the brand promise of Life’s Possible with inclusive, meaningful, and positive work environment, and attracting best in-class talent,” said Bala. 

The company had also, recently, roped in Kulwinder Singh as chief marketing officer, Ankit Rastogi as Head of Financial and Consulting Services and Nishant Singh as Head of Products.

With a team of over 1100 employees, SG Analytics has its offices in New York, Seattle, Austin, San Francisco, Toronto, London, Zurich, Pune, Bangalore and Hyderabad.