Prarthana Karmakar turns data into decisions and analytics into action-items. As Senior Analyst – Analytics & AI Programs at Talent Synergy Solutions, she is shaping the future of HR by designing Data-powered frameworks that help organizations see beyond dashboards and uncover the real story of their people.With a background in Actuarial Science & Statistics (University of Madras) and a passion for blending numbers with human insight, Prarthana has worked on cutting-edge initiatives—AI-driven cultural assessments, employability platforms like Badgefree and FresherRank, gamified evaluation tools, and people analytics dashboards. Her projects bridge the gap between raw data and leadership strategy, enabling organizations to build resilient, future-ready workforces.Known for stepping boldly outside her comfort zone, Prarthana brings a rare mix of statistical rigor, creativity, and human-centered design to her work. In The HR Mirror 500 (HR Analytics Handbook), she leads readers on a journey that transforms analytics from simple reporting into a diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive powerhouse—making HR not just a function, but a driver of business impact.(Abhi) Abhinandan Mookherjee is a future-of-work strategist, HR technologist, and people analytics evangelist with over 20 years of global experience. Having shaped HR operations, data strategies, and transformation programs at organizations like Cognizant Technologies & World Bank, he brings a rare blend of analytics depth and HR domain expertise.In 2021, Abhinandan, while in Singapore, made a bold move—stepping away from a full-time leadership role to embrace a “Gig by Choice” lifestyle. Since then, he has built a thriving portfolio of projects spanning skill-based hiring, organizational diagnostics, leadership development, HR digitization, and AI-powered HR products. This hands-on journey gives him a unique perspective on both the promise and the pitfalls of flexible, data-driven and AI-enabled work.A certified OKR practitioner and active contributor to HR communities across Asia, Abhinandan is deeply committed to advancing people analytics as a strategic lever for organizations. He holds a Master’s in HR from the University of Calcutta, certifications in software development and Six Sigma, and continues to expand his expertise through advanced programs in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Finance, and Entrepreneurship.With The HR Mirror 500, he translates decades of practice into a clear, practitioner-first roadmap—helping leaders turn HR data into insights that drive real business impact.