Rishi Puran is an experienced professional in workforce planning and operations management with over 19 years in the retail sector. Currently serving as the Director of Workforce Planning at Hudson's Bay Company since January 2020, Rishi has previously held the role of Senior Manager in the same department. Earlier experience includes a position as Manager of Workforce Planning & Reporting at Staples Canada and a managerial role focused on Labour and Operations Special Projects at Lowe’s Companies Canada. Rishi's career at Lowe's began in 2007 as a Store Operations Specialist, progressing through various roles, including a significant tenure in operational policies and labour analysis. Prior to these roles, Rishi served as Operations Manager at Future Shop, overseeing inventory, merchandising, and front-end operations.