Hi, I'm Ravi Yatnalkar - Co-founder and CEO at Viva Chefs
I'm passionate about building and scaling high-performing teams and fostering inclusive cultures. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage data to create competitive advantages and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Let's connect to explore new talent avenues!
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led product design and development at Amazon Lab126, contributing to innovative hardware.
Currently co-founding and leading Viva Chefs as CEO, building a new venture.
Can advise on building high-performance teams and scaling talent strategies for rapid growth.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational HR Roles
Gained core experience in HR operations and employee relations.
✦ HR Generalist
✦ Employee Relations
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Focused on strategic sourcing and full-cycle recruitment.
✦ Recruitment Strategy
✦ Sourcing
Talent Strategy Lead
Designing and implementing large-scale talent initiatives.
✦ Workforce Planning
✦ Talent Management
Current Focus: Scaling Growth
Driving talent strategies for rapid organizational expansion.
✦ High-Growth Environments
✦ Team Building
💪🏻 Superpowers
Talent Magnetism
Attracting and retaining top-tier professionals
✦ Expertise in identifying and recruiting niche talent.
✦ Skilled in developing compelling employer branding strategies.
✦ Proven ability to foster environments that retain key employees.
Strategic Workforce Architect
Designing future-ready organizational structures
✦ Develops multi-year talent roadmaps aligned with business goals.
✦ Analyzes workforce data to predict future skill needs.
✦ Designs and implements scalable talent management frameworks.
Culture Cultivator
Building inclusive and high-engagement workplaces
✦ Implements DEI initiatives that drive measurable results.
✦ Designs employee engagement programs that boost morale.
✦ Facilitates leadership development to champion inclusive cultures.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring innovative approaches to talent acquisition in emerging markets.
✦ Connecting with leaders passionate about building impactful, diverse teams.
✦ Discovering new frameworks for employee development in hybrid work models.
I can help with
✦ Advise on best practices for building high-performance, scaled teams.
✦ Share insights on creating inclusive cultures that attract top talent.
✦ Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning for growth-stage companies.
I would love your help on
✦ Introductions to founders scaling rapidly in tech sectors.
✦ Insights into unique talent pools for specialized engineering roles.
✦ Discussions on cutting-edge HR technology for talent management.