Tripthi Medappa

Visionary and impact-driven HR leader with 19+ years of experience across NGO and retail sectors, specializing in Organizational Development, culture transformation, and strategic workforce planning. Proven ability to build high-performing, inclusive organizations through people-centric strategies that align with mission and business outcomes. Strong focus on integrating mental health, employee well-being, and leadership development into HR frameworks, enabling sustainable performance and organizational growth.

Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to drive decision-making, enhance employee experience, and strengthen organizational capability.

Manager – Human Resources - FAME India - Bangalore, India

(2018-01)

Lead the end-to-end HR and Organizational Development function, aligning people strategy with the organization's mission of supporting neurodevelopmental disabilities.

• Designed and implemented a comprehensive Performance Management System (PMS) linking individual, team, and organizational goals to drive accountability and measurable impact.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive organizational design, workforce planning, and capability building aligned to long-term strategic priorities.
• Established HR governance frameworks, policies, and compliance systems ensuring operational excellence and risk mitigation.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and psychological safety, embedding mental well-being into people practices and leadership behaviors.
• Integrate mental health awareness and support mechanisms into HR initiatives, especially for educators, therapists, and support staff working in high-empathy roles.
• Leverage HR analytics and data-driven insights for strategic workforce planning, retention improvement, and performance enhancement.
• Drive learning and development strategy, including leadership development, upskilling, and competency-based interventions.
• Provide executive coaching and mentoring to managers and emerging leaders, enhancing leadership effectiveness and team outcomes.
• Served as Presiding Officer of the internal Committee(IC) under the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH Act), overseeing compliant redressal, ensuring a safe workplace, and promoting awareness and compliance across the organization.

Assistant Manager – Human Resources - Ganjam Nagappa & Sons Pvt Ltd - Bangalore, India

(2006-02 - 2018-01)

• Partnered with business leaders to design and implement HR strategies supporting organizational growth and retail expansion across multiple locations.
• Led end-to-end talent acquisition, succession planning, and workforce optimization ensuring scalability and business continuity.
• Designed and implemented performance management and capability-building frameworks to enhance productivity and employee engagement.
• Managed comprehensive HR operations including payroll, statutory compliance, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Introduced employee well-being and stress management initiatives in high-pressure retail environments, improving retention and morale.
• Utilized data-driven insights to improve workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and retention strategies.

Member – Programs - Azim Premji Foundation - Bangalore, India

(2003-06 - 2004-03)

• Managed large-scale program implementation across 137 schools, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and quality standards.
• Led and mentored cross-functional teams including volunteers and field coordinators, driving cohesion and accountability.
• Contributed to community engagement and capacity-building initiatives with indirect impact on mental health and emotional well-being of parents and caregivers.
• Supported psychosocial interventions aimed at improving learning environments and community support systems.

Master of Social Work - Psychiatric Social Work & Counseling - Mangalore University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, English Literature & Sociology - Mangalore University

Diploma - Human Resource Management - Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bangalore