Winning the Talent War: Smart Hiring Strategies for a Competitive Edge

With over 16 years of dedicated experience in talent management, Neha Vyas believes that every individual is not just a resource, but a valued human being. Currently, she serves as the Director - Employer Branding at Pattern Technologies, having recently transitioned from the role of Director - Talent Acquisition. In her new position, Neha plays a key role in bridging the connection between the organization, its employees, and prospective talent, fostering a culture that reflects shared values and supports growth for all. Neha is passionate about empowering and nurturing talent, recognizing the unique qualities that make each individual extraordinary. She is committed to creating environments where people can flourish, bring their best selves to the workplace, and become enablers of the organization’s success.

Harsha Bhosale is a highly accomplished HR professional with around 21 years of diverse experience across multiple industries. She has successfully led critical HR functions, including strategic initiatives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), leadership development, employee relations, and talent management, while ensuring full statutory and legal compliance. A proven change agent, Harsha has spearheaded organizational transformation by cultivating trust, effective communication, and coaching across top-tier companies such as EY, Caterpillar, and Accenture. Her expertise encompasses talent acquisition, competency framework, succession planning, organizational development (OD), and business partnering, with a consistent focus on aligning HR strategies with overall business objectives. Renowned for her hands-on approach, cross-cultural collaboration, and strong problem-solving capabilities, Harsha combines operational excellence with strategic insight to drive sustainable business growth.