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Amrita Bhalla

Business Advisor, Gaucho Holdings

Amrita Bhalla is an experienced global HR executive with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. As the Founder and Managing Director of A.B. Consulting, established in 2015, Amrita leads a thriving consultancy that specializes in HR advisory services. Her expertise lies in empowering organizations to enhance performance, drive employee engagement, and boost profitability. A.B. Consulting has made a significant global impact, catering to a diverse clientele across various sectors, with a particular focus on workforce development and leadership initiatives in the Caribbean region (www.a-bconsulting.com).

Amrita's remarkable journey in the luxury hospitality industry has seen her holding executive HR roles with renowned companies such as Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Oberoi Hotels and Resorts, and Belmond Hotels. Throughout her career, she has traversed the globe, living and working in Canada, Bermuda, United Kingdom, Thailand, and India, gaining invaluable global insights.

A firm believer in strategic leadership and effective governance, Amrita actively serves on several boards, contributing her expertise to shape the success of various organizations. Notable board positions she currently holds include the role of Board President for the Rosedale Moore Park Association (RMPA) in Toronto, Canada. She is also a Board Member for the Caribbean Hospitality and Tourism Association Education Fund (CHTAEF), and Advisory Board Member for Women in Tourism and Hospitality Canada (With.org).

Amrita also shares her knowledge and passion for the industry with future leaders. Since 2015, she has been a valuable faculty member at the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism, Toronto Metropolitan University, teaching Human Resources Management, Strategic Management and Organizational Behaviour.

Amrita's academic qualifications complement her extensive professional experience. She holds a Masters in Industrial Relations (MIR) and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Queens University, Canada.