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Divya Divakaran

Director of HREVS, Inc.

Eden Prairie, MN

Skills

Business Strategy
Executive Leadership
Human Resources

About

Divya Divakaran is a distinguished HR leader, Forbes HR Council member, and award-winning strategist with almost two decades of experience in talent management, leadership development, and organizational growth. Known for her ability to build high-performing teams and scale HR functions from the ground up, she has played a key role in transforming startups into thriving enterprises. Divya is also an Author, Speaker and Business Awards Judge with over 18 years of progressive HR experience. Known for her expertise in fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments, Divya has a proven track record of implementing strategies that enhance team cohesion and drive performance. Recognized as HR Person of the Year (2024) by Global Recognition Awards, Stevie Awards Silver HR Executive of the Year (2024) and 2023 MSPBJ Women in Business Honoree, Divya’s expertise spans across industries, helping organizations drive business success through people-centric strategies. Her insights on leadership, culture, and workforce development have been featured in prestigious platforms, shaping the future of HR.

Published content

Leadership Development in a Changing World: Strategies for Growth

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Organizations are focusing on leadership development—especially human-centric skills, adaptability and technological fluency—to prepare future executives. Members of the HR Think Tank share insights on the most effective strategies for leadership development and the skills that matter most.

The Power of HR Data: Better Metrics for Business Growth

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Human resources (HR) analytics is revolutionizing the way companies approach workforce planning, employee engagement and retention. By leveraging data-driven insights, businesses can proactively address talent gaps, improve organizational culture and optimize decision-making. Members of the HR Think Tank share their expertise on the most valuable HR metrics and how organizations can harness analytics to drive meaningful change.

Expert Advice on How to Ethically Implement AI in HR

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As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the workplace, human resources (HR) leaders play a pivotal role in ensuring its ethical use. Drawing on insights from top HR experts, this article explores actionable strategies to establish responsible AI policies that balance innovation with accountability.

Beyond Retention: Building Loyalty in a New Era of Work

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Turnover is at an all-time high, and companies are scrambling to keep their best employees. Hear from HR leaders about the strategies reshaping retention, from inclusive hiring to personalized growth initiatives.

Thriving in the Gig Economy: How to Keep Your Workforce Committed

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As the gig economy continues to grow, organizations face the challenge of maintaining a stable and committed workforce. This article explores expert insights from HR leaders and offers actionable strategies to help businesses thrive by balancing flexibility with long-term workforce engagement.

Company details

EVS, Inc.

Company bio

EVS’ Chairman of the Board, Dennis Kim, envisioned evolving EVS into a leading energy services firm. His vision was based on more than a business opportunity but a desire to do something great for our world. Today, EVS is cultivating a sustainable future by changing the way the world produces power. Proudly serving the renewable energy and battery storage markets, EVS delivers comprehensive engineering and leading-edge solutions for the clean energy infrastructure, including utility-scale solar plants and energy storage facilities. We are excited about a clean energy future and the important role we play. As pioneers in this space, we will continue to push for new technologies and innovate as we make an impact on this world. Renewable energy is our sole focus and we strive to deliver engineering solutions that protect our environment for the future.

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Area of focus

Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Solar