Lebana Penkar
Human Resources Leader, Public Speaker, and Training Development Expert in Mumbai
I am a Strategic HR & Culture Leader with 24+ years of building scalable talent ecosystems, high-performing cultures, leadership pipelines, and driving large-scale HR transformations. governance, and people strategy across global and Indian enterprises.
I’m known for governance depth, culture acceleration, and aligning People, Purpose, Process & Performance. I turn culture into competitive advantage and enable organizations to scale with agility, integrity, and impact by bringing a people-first, governance-focused, sustainable, future-ready perspective to Boardrooms.
I currently serve as the Honorary Advisor on the Board of NMIMS School of Hospitality, contributing to academic excellence, industry linkage, and leadership development. My earlier board experience includes serving on the Board of Chandigarh University and The American Joint, strengthening governance, culture, and strategic people practices.
Beyond my corporate journey, I am a National Champion in Rope Mallakhamb and the promoter of TyoHaara, a cultural festival celebrating India’s art, heritage, and community. My purpose extends to social impact—supporting education, welfare, and community upliftment.