Driving data-led, AI-enabled talent acquisition to build high-performing teams, inclusive hiring practices, and strong employer brands.
At Ashwamedha 2.0, Misal brings practical insights into how technology, data, and inclusive hiring shape the future of work. His experience helps students and young professionals understand what modern employers look for—and how talent strategies translate into real career opportunities.
Director & Head Talent Acquisition KPMG
Misal is a Head of Talent Acquisition with over 15 years of experience building scalable, business-aligned hiring strategies. He has led campus recruitment, audit and finance hiring, and enterprise-wide talent programs, with a strong focus on employer branding and diversity. His core strengths include data-driven recruiting, AI-enabled hiring transformation, ATS optimization, and candidate experience design. At Ashwamedha 2026, he offers valuable perspectives on how analytics and technology are redefining talent acquisition and career pathways.
Leads enterprise hiring transformation through scalable recruitment strategies, leadership hiring, and niche talent acquisition aligned with long-term business growth.
Builds analytics-led recruiting frameworks leveraging talent mapping, market insights, and hiring intelligence to improve productivity, quality, and workforce readiness.
Champions employer branding, DEI, and candidate-experience initiatives—creating sustainable, people-centric talent models aligned with the future of work.