Global Thought Leader, Author and Speaker
About Anish Lalchandani
Anish Lalchandani is the author of the book ‘The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable and Scalable Approach to Reskilling’. Having held leadership roles at leading firms like A.P. Moller Maersk (current), General Electric, Standard Chartered Bank and other organizations, he has developed extensive expertise in Talent, OD, Leadership and HR Strategy. In addition to being a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, he is also a certified professional coach and mentor to start-up founders. Several publications, including Economic Times, Thinkers360, Leadershum and HRD, rate him as one of the top influencers in HR and the Future of Work
Bio
Anish Lalchandani is the author of the bestselling book The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable, and Scalable Approach to Reskilling, a comprehensive guide to future-proofing organizations through human-centered strategies. Over two decades, he has built a stellar reputation as a global HR leader, holding senior roles at A.P. Moller Maersk, General Electric, and Standard Chartered Bank, where he spearheaded initiatives in talent development, organizational transformation, and leadership capability building.
Anish’s expertise and influence have earned him accolades such as Top 25 Thought Leaders on HR by Thinkers360 and inclusion in the HRD Global 100. He is a Chartered Fellow of CIPD, an ICF-certified coach, and a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA, England). Recognized for his innovative approach to reskilling and workforce transformation, Anish is a sought-after speaker at international conferences, addressing pressing topics like reskilling in the age if AI and future skills.
Based in Singapore for 18 years, Anish’s career has taken him across Asia, Europe, and the U.S., enriching his perspective on cultural diversity and global trends. Beyond his corporate journey, he contributes as a non-executive board member for organizations. Learn more at www.anishlalchandani.com
What I Do, Why I Do
With over two decades of experience, my mission has always been to create workplaces where people thrive. Through leadership roles at global organizations like General Electric, Standard Chartered Bank, A.P. Moller Maersk, and Jones Lang LaSalle, I’ve helped shape strategies that champion diversity, inclusion, and workforce transformation.
As the author of The Skills Advantage, I tackle the urgent need for equipping organizations and individuals with the skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving world. I continue to speak on topics like the future of work, reskilling in the age of AI, leadership transformation, and human capital investment, sharing insights through my research, newsletter, and ongoing PhD studies.
My goal is to inspire leaders and organizations to embrace change, prepare for the future, and create inclusive environments where talent thrives. At the heart of every successful business are its people—and helping them grow remains my greatest passion.