A Baby, a Sapling, and a Future Full of Hope: The Finacle story
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This episode of Infipod explores the heartwarming 'Swaddles and Smiles' initiative at Infosys Finacle, where a tree is planted for every newborn in the organization's family. Host Radhika Vadas welcomes Satish Kumar Meestala, AVP and Head HR of Finacle, and Vijayta Sharnoy, Manager of Talent Engagement, to discuss how this program symbolizes the celebration of life’s milestones—both professional and personal. The initiative, which has now planted 200 trees in a national reserve in India, reflects a deeper cultural commitment to inclusivity, particularly around parenthood. The conversation delves into how Finacle supports new parents through maternity and paternity handbooks, flexible work arrangements, mental wellbeing resources, and direct access to leadership via the 'Be Well at Infosys Finacle' initiative. The hosts emphasize that motherhood is not a career gap but a valuable addition, and that supporting both women and men in their parenting journeys strengthens organizational culture. The episode closes with a powerful message to celebrate small, meaningful moments in life and work.
Plant a tree for every newborn to symbolize growth and shared joy across generations.
Support new parents with inclusive policies, handbooks, and flexible work arrangements.
Motherhood and fatherhood are valued as career additions, not interruptions.
Small gestures like swaddles and personalized kits foster belonging and emotional connection.
Leadership accessibility (e.g., direct mailboxes) builds trust and psychological safety.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
The Birth of a Vision: A Tree, a Baby, and a Promise
“That simple act is where the story begins. This is the story of finicles, swaddles and smiles.”
Swaddles and Smiles: Celebrating Life’s Milestones
“When the newborn is there in the Finacle family, there's also a tree growing in this world.”
Supporting Parents: From Maternity to Paternity
“Motherhood is not a gap in a resume but an addition.”
Culture of Care: Values in Action
Satish Kumar Meestala shares how Infosys’ 'C-Life' values and inclusive culture foster long-term employee engagement, with real-life examples of how values influence personal behavior and organizational trust.
Celebrating the Little Things: A Call to Mindfulness
“Celebrate the little things. Absolutely. And you are valued for the individual that you are.”
“Motherhood is not a gap in a resume but an addition.”
“When the newborn is there in the Finacle family, there's also a tree growing in this world.”
“Celebrate the little things. Absolutely. And you are valued for the individual that you are.”
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Satish Kumar Meestala
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Swaddles and Smiles
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Vijayta Sharnoy
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Infosys
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C-Life
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maternity handbook
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Be Well at Infosys Finacle
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International Women's Day
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Infopod
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