Gopal A Iyer is the Founding Director of Career Shifts Consulting and a strategic advisor with 20+ years of experience across global giants like Deloitte, EY, Goldman Sachs, and Target. A specialist in expatriate careers and organizational development, he has driven impactful talent transformations for Fortune 500 firms. Formerly leading EY’s GigNow program and the founding force behind a School of Public Policy at IIMA, Gopal bridges industry and academia to fuel innovation. He was also Managing Director at Gladwell Academy. As a Consultant, Coach, and Hogan-certified Executive Coach, he empowers senior leaders in strategic career shifts, leadership development, and personal branding. He integrates Design Thinking into team-building and leadership workshops to boost organizational agility. Host of the Career Shifts Podcast and a keynote speaker, Gopal is passionate about navigating the evolving world of work, AI, and leadership with clarity, courage, and purpose.