Poonam Kalwani

People & Culture Manager at Premier Inn MENA

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Poonam is a seasoned People and Culture Manager with over 14 years of experience in Human Capital Management across the Middle East and Asia, including roles at Emirates Flight Catering, DAMAC Group, and Yash Technologies. She joined Premier Inn Middle East in 2021, and currently supports the regional head office and 11 hotels as People and Culture Manager.

Leveraging data-driven insights and a deep understanding of industry best practices, Poonam has successfully led numerous HR transformations, optimising talent acquisition, enhancing employee experience, and building robust leadership pipelines. Known for her strategic vision and collaborative approach, Poonam excels at partnering with senior leadership to implement policies and programs that promote organisational excellence. As a thought leader in her field, she is dedicated to advancing the future of work through continuous learning, agile practices, and a culture of resilience and adaptability.

Her approach blends strategic vision with data-driven insights to drive sustainable organisational growth