In a conversation with ThePeoplesBoard, Neha Gupta, Vice President & Head of APAC – People at Material, explained why skill-based talent management is gaining momentum across workplaces.
With over 23 years of experience, Neha is an experienced HR leader known for driving talent management and workforce transformation in fast-changing business environments. Her work focuses on building people strategies that align skills, performance, and business outcomes, while keeping employee experience at the centre.
Neha advocates for a skills-based approach to talent management, moving beyond traditional job titles. She shares why this shift matters, how organisations can make it practical, and what it means for careers and future-ready teams.