About
Syed Wasey is the Executive Vice President, Global Business at SHRM, where he leads domestic and global strategy across four major operating units: SHRM Business, SHRM India/MENA, Brand Partnerships, and the J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program. In this role, he is responsible for aligning SHRM’s commercial operations with the evolving needs of HR and business leaders, scaling offerings that drive measurable impact, and positioning SHRM as the global standard in HR capability and workplace transformation.
With more than two decades of leadership experience spanning the technology, legal, and human capital sectors, Syed brings a practical, data-informed approach to growth. He is known for leading complex business transformations, launching high-impact B2B solutions, and fostering cross-functional alignment in fast-moving environments. At SHRM, he has led efforts to modernize product portfolios, expand international reach, and develop new revenue models that reflect the future of work.
Syed’s leadership is grounded in a belief that HR, when equipped with the right tools and insights, serves as a powerful force for organizational performance, both in the U.S. and around the world.