Our Founder & CEO

AKKSHADA MANIYAN

Leveraging two decades of expertise in coaching, talent development, and people operations, Akkshada Maniyan leads Learning and Organizational Development for Innova Solutions—a global digital transformation solutions provider. By enabling the department’s rapid growth from just one employee to an international team of 40+ professionals, Akkshada plays a vital role in the organization by driving learning initiatives, and fostering a learning mindset, encouraging knowledge sharing, and creating a future-ready organization through continuous skill enhancement.

Akkshada has worked with renowned global firms including IBM, GlobalFoundries, Amazon, and Deloitte driving talent programs for over 50,000 employees. She has optimized her background as a Columbia University Certified Executive Coach and mastery in incorporating various personality assessment tools to impact over 10,000 leaders and learners.

A published author, she regularly shares her wisdom on leadership, change, and curiosity with followers across various platforms. Recognized as a Talent Trailblazer, Akkshada's expertise in talent development has been widely acknowledged for its transformative impact.

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THE SERIAL INFLUENCER

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Do you influence at work? Do you work with multiple stakeholders? Do you want the trust of your stakeholders? Do you want to partner collaboratively with your stakeholders?

If yes, then it's time for you to develop and upgrade your Influencing Skills.

Through two decades of experience leading talent functions in diverse organizations impacting over 50,000 learners and leaders, Akkshada discusses the importance of becoming a Serial Influencer to meet dynamic shifts in the current marketplace.

With The Serial Influencer, you will discover:

Evaluate if a situation requires influencing.
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