Shevanthi Fernando

Contributed as a core member to strategic HR, leading ESG, DEI, and employee wellness strategies across 20 global sites, driving engagement and alignment with business vision. Oversaw planning and delivery of niche and leadership learning and development programs, managing employee experience strategy including wellness and organizational health roadmaps.

Developed and deployed the organization’s DEI framework and community partnerships strategy. Led strategic workforce initiatives supporting resource optimization and succession planning, and contributed to Group environmental leadership.

Directed internal communication, employer branding, and divisional advocacy efforts. Created the divisional culture strategy 'Spirit of Intimates' aligned with performance and values, and oversaw end-to-end CSR, DEI, and internal engagement strategies.

Managed strategic rebranding, internal PR, and community relations initiatives. Designed and rolled out women’s empowerment programs and divisional DEI modules.

Provided strategic HR support to Global Functions, leading manpower planning, performance reviews, learning interventions, and engagement strategy. Facilitated succession planning, talent identification, and ER management within global standards.

Advised clients on HR transformations, OD strategy, and people capability assessments. Provided expert guidance to enhance organizational effectiveness and human capital development.

Recruited, trained, and managed 550 volunteers across 3 cities for the event. Managed community relations and school outreach, supporting tournament visibility and stakeholder engagement.

Led HRD strategy for over 13,800 employees, driving all aspects of manpower planning, job evaluation, and performance systems. Developed and implemented divisional MDPs, onboarding systems, and organizational structures.

Managed special HR projects, IHRM roll-out, and customer interface protocols. Supported top leadership with strategic communications, legal coordination, and operational HR execution.

Handled executive recruitment, training, and CSR at a 4800-strong facility. Led divisional implementation of corporate HR initiatives and compliance strategies.

Established HR, legal, payroll, and administration processes during startup. Oversaw corporate compliance, team engagement, and labor relations with authorities.

Oversaw Chairman’s office operations, executive communications, and special coordination projects. Ensured smooth functioning of high-level administrative tasks and strategic initiatives.

Completed a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of London, UK.

Pursued a Master of Arts in Labor Studies at the University of Colombo, reaching the exam stage.

Obtained a Higher Diploma in Psychology from Turin University, UK.

Completed the Strategic Human Resource Program at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

Earned a Professional Certification in Manuscript Editing from the University of Chicago.

Became a Certified Writer in Non-fiction & Creative Writing from the University of Chicago.