Thiagarajan Veeran

2024 JUDGE’S PROFILE

Head of HR
Dexcom

Thiagarajan Veeran, widely known as Raj, is a highly accomplished HR professional with an impressive track record of over a decade, spanning Malaysia and key regional markets, including India, Singapore, Japan, and China. Based in the vibrant city of Penang, Raj holds a degree in HR Management from Multimedia University, cementing his strong educational foundation.

Raj’s career is marked by his exceptional skills in strategic HR planning, organizational development, and fostering employee well-being. He has successfully navigated the intricacies of greenfield manufacturing start-ups and skilfully managed HR functions in large-scale enterprises. One of his most significant achievements was orchestrating a ground-breaking public-private partnership immunization program, which substantially impacted the lives of many.

As the head of the HR department, Raj oversees its operations, showcasing his expertise in leadership and effective people management.

What truly sets Raj apart is his unwavering commitment to employee well-being. He passionately champions work-life balance and is dedicated to creating secure, health-centric work environments. His extensive experience and exceptional leadership were recently recognized when he was honoured with the prestigious HR Excellence Award for HR Manager of the Year in 2022.