Aarti Shyamsunder

In a boundary-spanning career, Dr. Aarti Shyamsunder has worked in various applications of behavioural science to help leaders and organisations reach their greatest potential and thrive. An organisational psychologist by training, her work has mainly focused on coaching, leadership assessment and development, business excellence, and diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI). Holding global leadership roles in her 20+ year career, she has had responsibility for creating and delivering distinctive, evidence-based, and impactful client solutions and thought leadership in the strategy and consulting practice for large multinational organisations, boutique consultancies, startups and non-profits. In addition to working with private sector organizations primarily, Aarti has also founded a couple of collectives and serves as an advisory member in the board of two NGOs. She has authored several book chapters and articles, and is an awardwinning thought leader and sought-after keynote speaker especially on topics related to inclusive leadership, organisational culture and the future of work. Whether in consulting, writing, teaching, or coaching, she brings a balanced and clear perspective, leveraging expertise and lived experience, and always foregrounding community, care and stakeholder impact. In addition to her PhD, she has certifications in coaching (including a specialism in climate and biodiversity coaching), various assessment tools and practices. Currently based in India, Aarti works with clients from around the world and across industries and sectors, with a special passion for engaging with clients and leaders on systemic challenges such as cross-cultural teaming and leadership, experiences of marginalisation, and creating inclusive and sustainable organisations for all.