Routematic appoints Chidananda Murthy as VP of People & Culture

Chidananda Murthy brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience with global brands. Before joining Routematic, he led HR for Walmart Global Sourcing in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, driving business expansion, talent retention, and workforce planning. He has also held key roles at Nokia Networks, IBM, Oracle, and Huawei, specializing in HR strategy, M&A integrations, leadership development, and workforce transformation.

Routematic, a leading corporate mobility solutions provider, has appointed Chidananda Murthy as Vice President – People & Culture, effective immediately. In this role, he will oversee the company’s people strategy, talent development, and organizational culture, fostering a high-performance and inclusive workplace. With a strong focus on sustainable growth and employee well-being, Chidananda will be instrumental in driving Routematic’s next phase of expansion.

Chidananda brings over 20 years of experience with leading global brands in HR leadership roles. Prior to joining Routematic, he led the HR function for Walmart Global Sourcing across India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, where he spearheaded initiatives like business expansion, talent retention programs, talent reviews, succession planning, and HR operations for the region. He has also worked with Nokia Networks, IBM, Oracle, and Huawei, successfully driving HR strategy, post-M&A integrations, leadership development, and workforce transformation.

Welcoming Chidananda to the leadership team, Kavitha Ramachandragowda, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Routematic, said:Chidananda’s expertise in human capital management will be crucial as we scale our sustainable mobility solutions and expand our organizational footprint. His strategic leadership will not only strengthen our people-first culture but also ensure we continue to attract, retain, and nurture top talent while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and inclusivity.

Expressing his excitement about joining Routematic, Chidananda Murthy, Vice President – People and Culture, Routematic said: “Routematic is at a pivotal growth stage, and I’m excited to help shape its people strategy. We are committed to fostering an empowering and inclusive culture—one that attracts top talent, nurtures innovation, and drives long-term success. As we work toward redefining corporate mobility, I look forward to contributing to Routematics’ growth, well-being, and transformation.”

Routematic is redefining daily commuting with efficient, reliable, and environmentally conscious transportation solutions. Strengthening its leadership in corporate mobility, the company recently expanded its presence in India with the launch of its third Command Center in Hyderabad, following successful operations in Bengaluru and Pune. By integrating electric vehicles into its fleet, Routematic is actively aligning with India’s green mobility goals, helping businesses transition to sustainable and cost-effective transport solutions.

As Routematic continues its journey of innovation and expansion, the appointment of Chidanand Murthy reaffirms its commitment to fostering a dynamic, people-centric workplace.