Dr. Muhammad A. Laghari CCP GRP is currently based in Dubai, UAE where he is working for ALJ International as Chief Human Capital Officer. ALJ comprises diversified businesses with deep roots in the Middle East, North Africa, Turkey (MENAT) and the Far East. Strong networks and long-established relationships make it a powerful partner, opening doors for those who want to do business in the region.
Dr. Laghari’s remarkable career journey encompasses diverse expertise in energy (Oil & Gas), Healthcare, agriculture, and consulting. One of his most notable career stints was at Mercer where he served as a Senior Principal, leading their Rewards & Performance practice. Key achievements at Mercer included establishing and leading Mercer’s Rewards Practice in the Middle East, where he provided consulting/advisory to various organizations in the public and private sector. His illustrious career is marked not only by profound accomplishments in leadership but also by notable academic achievements. Collectively, these attributes establish him as respected leader in the dynamic terrain of the evolving human capital landscape in the region.
Dr. Laghari believes ISO 30414 should be a key priority for organizations wanting to achieve standardization and consistent approaches towards their Human Capital practices. He thinks certification for organizations will provide recognition and reflect their priorities towards their people. He is therefore keen to work with organizations to help spread awareness about the ISO 30414 standard/guidelines and to help them adopt best practices.
Dr. Laghari sees People and Human Resources as a critical asset, which many organizations recognize yet fail to effectively quantify in terms of the value HR/People bring to their organization. He believes ISO 30414 adoption will not only help with quantifying the value but will also bring about transparent reporting practices. Dr. Laghari believes his ISO 30414 certification journey was an important milestone in his continuous learning journey, which helped him build on his understanding of HR concepts and metrics.
