The responsibility for managing one’s financial health traditionally falls upon the individual, guided by personal priorities and preferences. However, acknowledging the influence of financial well-being on an employee’s overall welfare, engagement, and productivity raises a critical question: Should organizations actively prioritize and address the financial wellness of their workforce? This panel discussion aims to discuss deep into this query, exploring the implications and benefits for both employees and organizations alike. By discussing interplay between financial health, overall well-being and productivity at work, the panel will figure out a proactive role in fostering the financial wellness of their employees and the potential positive outcomes that may be seen.

Expert Panelist:

Dr. Ankita Singh, Chief People Officer with over 22 years of experience in the dynamic ITES sector, is a distinguished leader renowned for transforming workplace cultures. Under her guidance at CIGNEX Datamatics, the company achieved consecutive “Great Place to Work” certifications from 2017 to 2021. Acknowledged as “Woman Leader of the Year” by The Times of India and listed among Forbes India’s “Top 100 Managers,” Dr. Singh combines exceptional leadership, industry-wide recognition, and a stellar academic background, holding an MBA, Executive MBA, and a Ph.D. in Management.

Surya Bhatia, a seasoned Chartered Accountant since May ’98, transitioned his career from a CA firm to establishing “Asset Managers” in 2003, a wealth boutique firm specializing in financial advisory. With over 17 years of expertise, he guides individuals and SMEs in asset creation and management. Renowned for his financial literacy efforts, Surya has hosted popular TV shows and contributes regularly to print media, currently featuring a fortnightly column for HT-MINT.

Possessing an MBBS degree, Dr. Sundnda Napri brings a noteworthy background as the former Medical Director at Dr. Reddy’s Lab. In her current capacity as the Manager of Global Health & Wellbeing at Unilever, She skilfully combines her medical proficiency with corporate initiatives. With a profound grasp of both healthcare and corporate dynamics, Dr. Napri is well-equipped to guide participants on the aspects surrounding employee financial wellness.