Bala Sathyanarayanan

Member Since 2022

Bala Sathyanarayanan

Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer

GREIF Inc

Columbus, Ohio Area

I lead global human resources and communications at Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), a 145-year-old Global multinational industrial manufacturer with more than 290 operating entities across 45 countries. Over a two-decade global career honed at Xerox Corporation, Hewlett Packard, Coca-Cola, and United Technologies Inc, I delivered an engaged workforce that defined and executed these firms' business strategies. My passion is leadership, purpose-driven teams, and leveraging digital technologies to deliver agile world-class global organizations. As an NACD Certified Corporate Director, I'm committed to advancing the highest standards of boardroom excellence.

SKILLS

  • Leadership
  • Digital Strategy
  • Corporate Development

RECENT CONTENT

March 24th, 2023

Employee Development: A Timeless Work In Progress

Organizations can invest in developing their employees in several ways, including through training initiatives, coaching and mentoring, leadership development and career development opportunities.

March 23rd, 2023

14 Ways E-Commerce Brands Can Better Serve Their Customers

E-commerce businesses are a dime a dozen, but those that provide standout customer service are the ones that will ultimately thrive.

March 14th, 2023

14 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Assembling a Leadership Team

To create an effective leadership team, it's important to consider everything each candidate can offer the business.

January 11th, 2023

How to Keep Purpose at the Forefront of Your Business

In order to keep moving toward set goals, leaders must ensure that the organization's purpose is prioritized.

November 22nd, 2022

12 Effective Ways to Approach Managing Multiple Priorities

Even the most experienced of leaders can struggle when it comes to managing several different priorities.

November 22nd, 2022

Leading Your Company Through a Perennial Crisis

Leading your company through a perennial crisis can be daunting, but it is possible with the right mindset and approach.

COMPANY INFO

GREIF Inc

Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.

AREA OF FOCUS

  • Packaging Services
  • Customer Service
  • Industrial

INDUSTRY

Business

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