Plum, a prominent insurtech company, proudly announces the appointment of Priya Sunil as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Priya joins Plum with a Master’s degree in Applied Social Psychology and an impressive 17 years of experience in talent management and organizational development.
Throughout her career, Priya has demonstrated a commitment to driving meaningful change by nurturing talent and addressing critical societal gaps, particularly in education and health. Her work with renowned non-profits like The Akanksha Foundation, Teach For India, and The/Nudge Institute has solidified her belief that organizational success is closely tied to employees’ sense of purpose and belonging.
Abhishek Poddar, Co-founder and CEO of Plum, expressed his enthusiasm about the new appointment, stating, “Today, companies distinguish themselves through their culture and talent density. By welcoming Priya to the Plum team, we aim to cultivate an environment that fuels high-quality growth and instills a strong sense of mission and purpose—delivering the highest quality insurance and healthcare to people. Her expertise in fostering an empowering and inclusive workplace culture will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate.”
Having been a Plum customer for two years, Priya has seen firsthand how Plum’s products have evolved to meet the needs of employees. She appreciates Plum’s focus on customer service for partner organizations.
“This role gives me the opportunity to build on Plum’s ideology and spearhead a function that enables the company to be a place where talent thrives and flourishes,” said Priya. “My vision for Plum is to be the destination for top talent, an organization that stands for innovation in people practices, where employees feel valued, inspired, and are able to realize their fullest potential.”
Priya is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where various perspectives are valued, managers prioritize their team’s growth, and a culture of learning and empowerment enhances employee contributions to organizational success.
Plum warmly welcomes Priya Sunil to the team, anticipating her positive impact on the organization and its continued success.