Plum, an insurtech company, has appointed Priya Sunil as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
With a Master’s degree in Applied Social Psychology and 17 years of extensive experience in talent management and organisational development, Priya brings a wealth of expertise to Plum.
Throughout her career, Priya has focused on driving impactful change by nurturing talent and addressing societal gaps, particularly in education and health. Her work with prominent non-profits like The Akanksha Foundation, Teach For India, and The/Nudge Institute has solidified her belief that organizational dynamics are tied to employees’ sense of purpose and belonging.
Abhishek Poddar, Cofounder and CEO of Plum stated, “Today, companies distinguish themselves through their culture and talent density. By welcoming Priya to the Plum team, we aim to cultivate an environment that fuels high-quality growth and instils a strong sense of mission and purpose—delivering the highest quality insurance and healthcare to people. Her expertise in fostering an empowering and inclusive workplace culture will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate.”
As a Plum customer for two years, Priya has seen how Plum’s product has adapted to meet employee needs. She appreciates Plum’s customer service focus for partner organizations..
Priya said, “This role gives me the opportunity to build on Plum’s ideology and spearhead a function that enables the company to be a place where talent thrives and flourishes. My vision for Plum is to be the destination for top talent, an organisation that stands for innovation in people practices, where employees feel valued, inspired, and are able to realise their fullest potential.”
Priya is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where various perspectives are valued, managers prioritize their team’s growth, and a culture of learning and empowerment enhances employee contribution to organizational success.
Plum warmly welcomes Priya to the team, anticipating her positive impact on the organization.
