Bringing Light
Emotionally intelligent leaders not only transform organizations, they impact people's lives. The pace of business and life today can often push us to move at speeds that are both imbalanced and ineffective. If we aren’t mindful, we can easily lose sight of our vision, our purpose - our internal compass.
My internal compass always points towards helping teams, organizations, and leaders move beyond the barriers that undermine their direction, hard work, and obligation towards the greater good. It’s an intrinsic focus on direction more than speed, through the constant pursuit of bringing light.
Awards & Recognitions
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Dr. Ekta Vyas has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. Vyas has established a distinguished career in human resources leadership, organizational development and academia, marked by progressive roles across major health systems, academic institutions and global organizations. Read more… -
For over two decades, Ekta Vyas, Ph.D, has been leading transformations at different levels in organizations. In her co-authored book Mission Matters, she talks about how to be an effective transformational leader by embracing the interconnectedness of multiple organizations and people variables that need to come together to bring the emergence of a better future. She does more than writing and speaking about transformations; she actively drives change. Her doctoral research examined the significance of emotional intelligence as the key to a leader’s prosperity in driving workforce engagement during change.
As a systems thinker and strong proponent of ecosystem awareness, Vyas has been a Forbes Influencer since 2017, writing and speaking about leadership, culture, strategy, transformational change, and emotional intelligence. Vyas’ personal brand as a transformational leader is “bringing light”, and her manifesto is: reciprocate. Learn more…
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Dr. Vyas is the CHRO at Keck Medicine of USC, where she leads systemwide human resources strategy, workforce integration and organizational transformation. With a doctorate in organization and management, she combines scholarship with impactful leadership. She spearheaded the integration of over 1,500 employees during the acquisition of USC Arcadia Hospital. In addition, she launched a new human resources operating model, including a centralized human resources business center and a leadership development program called “Leading at Keck.” Her team’s communication efforts earned several Public Relations Society of America awards. She has contributed thought leadership via a TEDx talk and multiple national speaking engagements. Prior to joining Keck Medicine of USC, Dr. Vyas held leadership roles at UC Davis (Calif.) Health and Stanford (Calif.) Health Care. Learn more…
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Insights Care magazine is proud to spotlight Ekta Vyas Ph.D, Chief Human Resources Officer of Keck Medicine of USC, whose strategic leadership and over two decades of experience exemplify dedication, adaptability, and a passion for workforce empowerment. Read more…
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With a keen focus on shaping innovative HR strategies in a complex healthcare environment, Ekta Vyas stands at the forefront of human resources leadership. She currently serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for Keck Medicine of USC, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing HR strategies across the health system. Her journey into the world of HR is a fascinating one, marked by unexpected turns and a relentless pursuit of growth and excellence. Read more…
Inspire positive change, influence and
motivate people towards an unseen future.
These are the three most important actions I believe one should have when leading transformational change. I have not only desired to inspire and influence my leaders within my industry through the pen, but I’ve also done so through conference presentations, keynote speeches, and podcast interviews.
Recent Podcasts
Fearless Leader Podcast - Journey From Influence of Power to the Power of Influence
Becker’s Healthcare Podcast - Insights on leading a system-wide HR transformation, launching a centralized business center, and preparing the healthcare workforce for a more digital, inclusive, and resilient future.
Moments Move Us Podcast:
Courage in the Face of Adversity
To know what you don’t run away from is to understand your strength.
I pride myself on being a management scholar-practitioner. Using my inquisitive nature and research background, I seek to understand and communicate the trends that move one from managing to leading, particularly in the Human Resource space.
As a member of the Forbes HR Council and several other major HR councils and associations, I’ve published my learnings and insights in an array of topics, including:
Leadership
Transformation
Culture
Talent
Emotional Intelligence
Available in Paperback
Mission Matters: World's Leading Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Top Tips To Success
(Business Leaders Vol. 7, Edition 2)
By Adam Torres & Ekta Vyas
From the Introduction: “Being a leader doesn’t mean that you have to have everything figured out all at once. There was no singular point in my career when I realized that I was cut out for transformational leadership. It’s only when I look back that I realize how I’ve always ended up stepping into messy areas and turning them around that I see my natural skill set. Noticing where you keep ending up and embracing who you are can help guide you to where you will thrive.” - Ekta Vyas, Ph.D
How do you customize change? By starting over – by changing yourself.
Changing oneself is not easy, yet it is a fundamental element to reach expertise in any field. While we may start with a vision, being able to adjust that vision based on diverse inputs and perspectives is essential to being an effective leader and influencer of change.
It’s now my mission to help our next generation of leaders understand that being a leader doesn’t mean that you have to have everything figured out all at once. It simply means that you need to learn how best to change self and the situation to reach your optimal results.
Publication
Company Culture Contradictions Impact Your Collective Mindset
Forbes HR Council (August 2023)
“Over the past few years, major shifts have emerged that unfortunately introduced many contradictory beliefs and objectives into organizational cultures. Some key contradictions include the pursuit to achieve higher collaboration while working in isolation, redefining hi-tech as a solution to hi-touch and maintaining work-life balance, though remote work inherently breaks down these boundaries.” - Ekta Vyas, Ph.D