Smartworks, a leading provider of managed and customized office space in India, has made a significant addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Kalpana Devnani as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). With over 13 years of HR leadership experience across diverse sectors such as banking, FMCG, cosmetics, and QSR, Devnani brings a wealth of expertise to her new role.
Devnani’s illustrious career includes notable positions at Samara Capital, ICICI Bank, Godrej Consumer Products, and Jubilant FoodWorks, where she served as the HR Head for International Markets and Emerging Brands. Her tenure at these organizations was marked by successful HR initiatives that transformed company cultures and enhanced team performance.
In her new capacity as CHRO at Smartworks, Devnani will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s human resources strategy and driving initiatives aimed at fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture. With a strong focus on talent acquisition, development, and retention, she is poised to lead Smartworks’ HR function towards achieving new milestones in employee engagement and satisfaction.
Smartworks operates as one of India’s largest managed workspace platforms, with a footprint spanning over 8 million sq. ft. across 13 cities. The company serves more than 550 sector-agnostic organizations, including large enterprises, unicorns, and soonicorns, offering tastefully designed, fully serviced, tech-enabled, flexible, and affordable workspaces.
Through its robust phygital platform, Smartworks delivers a seamless blending of physical and digital experiences, providing superior customer service to both enterprises and their employees. With a vision to create workspaces that work for everyone, Smartworks prioritizes the well-being and productivity of its workforce while enabling organizations to focus on their core objectives.
The appointment of Kalpana Devnani as CHRO underscores Smartworks’ commitment to HR excellence and its dedication to creating a conducive environment for professional growth and success. As the company continues to redefine the Indian office experience, Devnani’s leadership will undoubtedly play a key role in driving organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
About Smartworks: Smartworks is one of India’s largest managed workspace platforms, offering fully serviced, tech-enabled, and flexible workspaces across 13 cities. With a focus on delivering superior customer experiences, Smartworks aims to create workspaces that cater to the diverse needs of enterprises while ensuring the happiness and productivity of their employees.
