Aparna Rajesh-Navin

Director - HR Middle East and Pakistan Region at SGS

Speaker

Global executive shaping corporate futures by day, preserving cultural heritage during weekends. With over two decades steering HR leadership at Holcim Group, Aparna has transformed talent landscapes across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

When not orchestrating cross-functional teams in IT, Sustainability, and Marketing, you'll find her orchestrating something entirely different—classical Indian dance performances refined through 25+ years of artistic dedication.

Recently crowned Middle East Top HR Leader (April 2025), Aparna balances boardroom strategy with her roles as Samarpan Trust board member, Wings of Change volunteer, and perhaps her most dynamic position yet: raising three children in vibrant Dubai.