Cyient Limited, a global leader in Intelligent Engineering solutions, has appointed Kavita Kurup as its new Chief People Officer (CPO). Based at the company’s Hyderabad headquarters, Kavita will oversee the global Human Resources function and lead the company’s talent, culture, and workforce strategies across all regions. She will be tasked with aligning talent development, leadership programs, and organizational effectiveness with Cyient’s growth goals and vision for the future.
With over 25 years of leadership experience across various industries, including Technology, BFSI, FMCG, Media, and Not-for-Profit sectors, Kavita has a proven track record in transforming people practices to drive business agility and workforce evolution. Her expertise lies in designing and executing large-scale, future-focused initiatives that enhance organizational performance and value creation.
Before joining Cyient, Kavita worked at UST, where she played a crucial role in shaping the company’s global people strategy across 30+ countries. Her work there focused on areas such as talent strategy, leadership development, diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I), culture building, and employee experience—driven by a bold, human-centered approach.
“We are thrilled to have Kavita join the Cyient leadership team,” said Sukamal Banerjee, Executive Director & CEO of Cyient. “Her expertise in building agile organizations, fostering high-performance cultures, and aligning people strategies with business objectives makes her the perfect fit to lead Cyient’s global workforce as we enter our next phase of growth.”
A Harvard Business School graduate, Kavita is also a certified executive coach, organizational development expert, and a board-certified independent director. Known for her ability to create people-first cultures that balance purpose, performance, and innovation, she has earned recognition for her strategic approach to talent optimization and leadership development.
“I’m excited to join Cyient, a company with a legacy of engineering excellence and a unique people culture,” said Kavita Kurup. “I look forward to building on this strong foundation and leading the charge in developing people practices that drive innovation, agility, and transformation. Together, we will create human-centered systems and meaningful talent experiences that empower our team and help us stay ahead in an ever-changing world.”
Founded in 1991, Cyient provides intelligent engineering solutions across products, plants, and networks for over 300 global customers, including 30% of the top 100 global innovators. The company is dedicated to building a culturally inclusive, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable future alongside its stakeholders.
