Nanjappa Palekanda is Vice President of Global HR Strategy & Enablement at General Motors. He leads initiatives that align people operations with business goals, focusing on talent development, leadership planning, and workforce effectiveness across regions.

Before GM, he held senior roles at Netflix, Uber, and Google. He played a key role in scaling HR functions during rapid growth phases, building strong talent pipelines, and driving organizational design. His experience spans global operations, making him adept at navigating complex workforce challenges and supporting long-term business transformation.