Human Resources, Individual Professional & Thought Leadership Awards Judging Committee

Jae-woong Yoo
Representative, Korea Center for Crisis Communication (KCCC), Seoul, Gangnam-Gu, South Korea
Widely recognized by prominent South Korean media as one of the country's foremost experts in practical and theoretical aspects of government and public sector public relations. Worked for 28 years from 1980 to 2008 as a specialist and official responsible for domestic and overseas public relations for the South Korean government. Involved since 2008 in university research, lectures, and writing on public sector public relations, as well as activities for experts and the general public to promote awareness of the importance of the field. Active in various advisory roles for government and public sector organizations, including membership on the Advisory Committee for Communication for the Prime Minister of South Korea and the chairmanship of the Advisory Committee of Korean Policy Broadcasting. Awarded the President's Commendation (1990), Service Merit Medal (1996), and Order of Service Merit (2000, 2023) by the South Korean government for contributions to national and social development. Selected by Seoul Daily Newspaper in 1994 as one of "Fifty Future Leaders of the Republic of Korea. Sean founded Amire with a vision to bridge the gap between technical SEO, content marketing, and performance advertising. His agency is known for developing customised marketing solutions, ensuring that every client benefits from a holistic and results-oriented approach. Sean believes in leveraging cutting-edge tools, analytics, and AI-driven insights to refine digital strategies, allowing businesses to outperform their competition in an increasingly competitive online landscape. In addition to SEO, Amire provides Google Ads, social media advertising, and programmatic advertising solutions. Sean ensures that his team stays ahead of industry trends by continuously testing and refining strategies to keep up with evolving search engine algorithms and digital advertising platforms. His commitment to data transparency and ROI-driven results has earned Amire a strong reputation in the industry. Amire also has a very strong focus on providing pro bono digital marketing services to support charities, having already provided A$500,000 in pro bono services. Sean is a sought-after consultant and speaker on topics related to SEO trends, paid media innovations, and digital growth strategies. His ability to break down complex digital marketing concepts into actionable insights has made him a valuable resource for businesses looking to scale their online presence. Outside of Amire, Sean is passionate about mentoring emerging digital marketers and staying at the forefront of marketing technology innovations. His leadership has positioned Amire as a trusted partner for businesses looking to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape and achieve sustainable growth.

Vipul Gaddamedi
AVP, People Systems & Analytics, Voya Financial, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Vipul has been the Assistant Vice President of People Systems and Analytics since 2024. With over 12 years of experience in the industry, Vipul specializes in HR Systems and building solutions that enhance employee experience. Throughout his career, Vipul has worked with various public and global companies, driving initiatives that leverage AI.

Gowtham Reddy Kunduru
Vice President, M&T Bank Corporation, Buffalo, New York, United States
Gowtham Reddy Kunduru is a Lead Technology Engineer with 13+ years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying scalable web applications across banking, healthcare, and agriculture. Specializing in Azure, AWS, PCF, Cybersecurity and OpenShift, he excels in architecture, team leadership, Agile, and DevOps, driving digital transformation, business innovation, and optimized user experiences.

Neeta Mirchandani
HR Consultant, Independent Consultant, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Neeta is an experienced Global Human Resources Professional Providing Consultancy Services across multiple geographies (Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia). Skilled in HR Strategy Development & execution, partnering with Business Leaders to align people plans with business goals, Leading and Developing global HR teams, HR Transformation, Change and HRIS implementation. She comes with in-depth experience.

Jeffrey Osoc
Human Resources Manager, Alibata Pacific, Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines
With 18 years of solid professional experience, Jeffrey has seen a dynamic 360-degree career shift spanning broadcast media, print publishing, retail marketing, media & public relations, and now HR management. Specializing in talent management, organizational development, and compliance, he currently leads all six Business Units under the most-awarded and most-trusted PR agency in the Philippines.

Shweta Pandey
Senior Manager, People Processes & Analytics, FOX Corporation, New York City, New York, United States
Shweta is a seasoned leader in HR Digital Transformation, currently serving as Senior Manager, People Processes & Analytics at Fox Corp, New York, since 2018. With over 20 years of extensive experience, she has played a pivotal role in driving technological advancements across Fortune 500 companies, particularly within the media industry.
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Rajesh Sanapala
Senior Web Developer, Ykunt Inc., Houston, Texas, United States
Rajesh Sanapala, a passionate technology and management professional, has a dedicated career in Software and Web Development. With a passion for innovation, he has worked on numerous challenging projects and has remained ahead of the curve in the industry. His journey began several years ago and continues to inspire others in the field.