Harshana Shubham is a distinguished business leader and HR professional with over a decade of experience in driving transformative change. As the founder of TalentCaptive, she leverages her expertise in leadership, strategic vision, and innovation to revolutionise the HR and tech landscapes. Recognised as an influential HR thought leader and changemaker, Harshana is celebrated for her talent to connect, empower, and uplift individuals and organisations. Her vision is to redefine talent solutions for digital-first enterprises by merging scalable platforms with human intelligence to achieve meaningful, impact-driven growth.
Early Foundations: The Spark that Ignited a Change
In 2019, at the age of 23, Harshana began her journey as an HR Generalist, fuelled by curiosity, conviction, and a passion for understanding people. Despite advice to pursue broader HR roles and avoid recruitment, she found genuine inspiration each time she matched a candidate with their ideal opportunity. Recruitment did not simply attract her—it ignited a deep passion. Undeterred by sceptics, Harshana remained steadfast, understanding that certain ambitions are not mere choices, but true callings.
Collaborating with multiple recruitment vendors early in her career, she observed gaps in quality and communication. She made a silent promise to herself:
“One day, I will run my own recruitment firm — and I will do it differently.”
And she did. Because when intention meets purpose, manifestation follows.
The Genesis of Talent Captive
As the 30-year-old CEO, Harshana is the visionary leader behind Talent Captive, a new-age recruitment consultancy built on empathy, insight, and excellence to deliver unparalleled results.
Born from a passion to transform the recruitment landscape, Talent Captive has grown, evolving from a fledgling startup to a trusted partner for 50+ clients, including leading MNCs and innovative startups across industries.
At its core, Talent Captive is more than just a recruitment firm – it is a movement. With a relentless focus on understanding the heartbeat of its client, the company has redefined the recruitment experience, influencing every interaction with soul, empathy and a deep understanding of what makes people tick.
Talent Captive’s USPs: People First, Always
At Talent Captive, Harshana’s approach to leadership and talent acquisition is truly revolutionary. She has created a people-first culture, where every individual team is heard and valued. Her leadership style is rooted in understanding, not instruction. Talent Captive uses a unique EQ-driven approach to ensure that candidates are not only skilled but also a cultural fit, resulting in stronger, more cohesive teams.
Under Harshana’s guidance, the company has established itself as a trusted partner, renowned for its commitment to quality, integrity and reliability. They stand out in their field — when they commit, they deliver, consistently showcasing their dedication to excellence.
The core values – integrity, commitment and consistency are not just written on paper — they are values lived daily by Harshana and her team.
Overall, Talent Captive is not just filling roles; it is building teams and fostering growth, one connection at a time.
The Vision Ahead: Harshana’s Inspiring Story
Harshana’s journey is a powerful reminder that resilience and clarity can overcome any obstacle. Her unwavering commitment to her vision has transformed Talent Captive into a thriving organisation, built on trust, empathy, and a promise to always do better.
As she leads Talent Captive forward, her message resonates deeply: “Listen to people. Believe in your purpose. And lead with heart.” These simple yet profound words encapsulate her leadership philosophy, inspiring others to follow her.
