Poorna Pushkala is a multi-disciplinary leader who operates at the intersection of business, brand, and human potential. As CEO of Samunnati Foundation and Group Head – Branding & Communications for the Samunnati Group, she drives both the organization’s social impact agenda and its strategic brand positioning.

An ICF-PCC certified coach and SHRM-SCP HR leader, Poorna brings over two decades of experience in shaping cultures, building leadership capability, and driving transformation across diverse functions. Her journey from HR strategist to brand custodian and now CEO reflects her belief that sustainable growth is born from empowered people and purposeful strategy.

Poorna is known for her thought leadership on inclusive leadership, transformation, and integrated growth bringing together head, heart, and purpose in every role she anchors. She is also an IICA-certified Independent Director and served as a voluntary leader with the ICF Chennai Charter Chapter.