Bhubaneswar, Odisha | April 30, 2026
In an era where organizations across industries are rapidly transforming through technology, innovation, and changing workforce expectations, Human Resource leadership has emerged as one of the most critical drivers of sustainable organizational success. Recognizing exceptional contribution in this evolving corporate landscape, Mr. Sureswar Dash, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of EXIM Logistics Private Limited, was honoured with the prestigious “Best Influencing HR of the Year” award at the Odisha Leadership Awards 2026 held at Sandy’s Tower, Bhubaneswar.
The prestigious event brought together distinguished corporate leaders, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, business strategists, and industry experts from across the state to celebrate excellence in leadership, innovation, workforce transformation, and organizational growth.
Mr. Dash was recognized for his remarkable contribution towards transforming HR practices through progressive leadership, employee-centric organizational development, workforce modernization, and future-ready people strategies in the logistics and transportation sector.
The recognition reflects his consistent efforts in building organizational cultures that prioritize not only productivity and operational excellence, but also employee wellbeing, adaptability, leadership development, and sustainable workforce growth.
Further adding to the significance of the event, Mr. Sureswar Dash also participated as a keynote speaker at the highly engaging HR Round Table 2026, where some of the most respected HR leaders and business professionals discussed the rapidly changing dynamics of workplaces influenced by Artificial Intelligence, automation, digital transformation, and shifting employee expectations.
Delivering a visionary and thought-provoking session, Mr. Dash shared his perspective on the future of organizations and emphasized that the next generation workforce cannot be built solely on educational qualifications or technical skills.
According to him, the organizations of the future will require employees who possess:
- Strong capability and competence
- Adaptability during continuous change
- Ethical and responsible thinking
- Emotional intelligence and leadership mindset
- Ability to collaborate effectively with AI and technology
Addressing the audience, he stated:
“Technology may transform systems and processes, but people will always remain the foundation of organizational culture, innovation, and long-term business success.”
His statement strongly resonated with the audience, particularly in the context of increasing AI adoption and automation across industries.
During his session, Mr. Dash extensively discussed how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping Human Resource Management, employee engagement, workforce planning, decision-making systems, and leadership strategies. However, he emphasized that organizations must adopt AI responsibly and ethically while maintaining transparency, fairness, accountability, and human oversight.
He explained that the future workplace will be defined by the successful collaboration between Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence, where technology enhances productivity while human leadership preserves organizational trust, creativity, and ethical governance.
The session covered several emerging workplace trends and strategic HR priorities, including:
- AI-Driven Workforce Transformation
- Future Skills & Competency Development
- Human-Centric Organizational Leadership
- Employee Experience & Digital Work Culture
- Organizational Agility & Workforce Adaptability
- Ethical AI Implementation in HR
- Leadership Transformation in the Digital Age
- Sustainable Workforce Development
A major highlight of his address was his detailed discussion on Ethical AI in Human Resources, where he outlined the growing importance of maintaining:
- Fair and Bias-Free Decision Making
- Data Privacy & Employee Confidentiality
- Transparency in AI-Based HR Processes
- Accountability in Automated Systems
- Human Oversight & Ethical Governance
- Trust and Employee Confidence in Technology
Mr. Dash also highlighted that future HR leaders will play a much larger strategic role in helping organizations navigate technological disruption while simultaneously strengthening employee engagement, organizational culture, and leadership resilience.
The interactive session witnessed active participation from HR professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs who engaged with him on various topics related to AI implementation, workforce readiness, leadership adaptability, employee expectations, and the future of organizational management.
His practical insights, leadership philosophy, and balanced approach towards technology and people management were highly appreciated by the participants, making his session one of the most impactful discussions of the event.
This prestigious recognition further reinforces EXIM Logistics Private Limited’s growing reputation as a forward-looking organization committed to innovation, people-first leadership, operational excellence, and future-ready organizational transformation.
Under the leadership of professionals like Mr. Sureswar Dash, the organization continues to strengthen its commitment toward creating a progressive workplace culture focused on employee growth, leadership excellence, workforce empowerment, and sustainable organizational success.
EXIM Logistics Private Limited proudly congratulates Mr. Sureswar Dash on this remarkable accomplishment and celebrates his continued contribution toward inspiring transformational HR leadership and shaping the future of modern workplaces.
About EXIM Logistics Private Limited
EXIM Logistics Private Limited is a leading logistics and transportation organization committed to operational excellence, workforce development, innovation, safety, and sustainable business growth. The company continuously focuses on leadership development, employee engagement, organizational transformation, and technology-enabled business practices to build a future-ready enterprise.
