ARLINGTON, Va., September 11, 2024 – Archana Nirwan has joined AV as Chief People Officer. In alignment with the company’s ongoing growth and commitment to fostering innovation, Nirwan will lead AV’s global People & Culture strategy, overseeing all aspects of talent management, organizational development, and human resources operations. She will be based at AV’s Simi Valley, California campus.
“Archana’s global HR expertise and proven leadership in talent management will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our people strategy,” said AV’s chairman, president and CEO, Wahid Nawabi. “Her ability to cultivate high-performing teams across diverse industries, coupled with her passion for innovation, makes her an invaluable addition to our leadership team. We are excited to welcome her aboard.”
Nirwan’s career includes senior HR roles at Cambium Networks, Qualcomm, Fidelity Investments, and Cadence Design Systems. With over 20 years of global experience, she has led HR transformations, talent retention strategies, and cultural initiatives across high-tech and financial sectors. Her expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, workforce planning, organizational design, and building a “best-in-class” employee experience.
“I’m excited to join AV and contribute to the company’s strong foundation of innovation and talent,” said Nirwan. “AV has already built an impressive culture and people strategy. My goal is to refine and elevate that further, ensuring we continue to empower our teams to drive the company’s success.”
Archana Nirwan’s appointment reflects AV’s focus on fostering a dynamic work environment, supporting its mission to deliver innovative solutions to its global customers.