Orchestrate Human Potential at Scale
The possibilities of bigger dreams birthed more easily.
True Alignment is Crafted, with Intention.
Organizations are complex networks of energy and ideas. Transformation doesn't come from off-the-shelf playbooks; it is an act of intentionality.
At Cognisen, we combine the art of leadership with the science of scaling. We leverage decades of operator experience to craft the specific conditions where your vision, strategy, and people align seamlessly.
How we partner with you:
Architect Bespoke Structures- Move beyond generic charts. We design organizational structures that bring agility and focus by identifying exactly what scales and ruthlessly removing what doesn't.
Shape Culture & Lead Change- Culture isn't a poster on the wall, it is how work gets done. We provide hands-on guidance to build resilience and maintain high performance during complex transformations.
Deepen Leadership Impact- A trusted thought partner for the lonely work of leadership. We help founders and CXOs sharpen their judgment, validate their instincts, and expand their influence.
Human-First AI Integration- Make the application of AI practical. We implement frameworks that simplify workflows and enhance decision-making. Unlocking value without losing the human touch.
Don’t wait for alignment to happen by chance. Design it.
Meet Sunil
Sunil Setlur is a technology optimist on a mission to build organizations that inspire.
He founded Cognisen to help founders and investors bridge the gap between bold vision and effective execution. Sunil’s expertise isn't theoretical, it is rooted in his tenure as Global Chief People Officer of Gojek, where he architected the people strategy that scaled one of Southeast Asia’s biggest tech giants through to its IPO.
His leadership playbook combines the rigor of global heavyweights (Google, Amazon, Accenture) with the agility of the startup ecosystem. Before founding Cognisen, he served as a strategic advisor to the GOTO Group CEO, a Commissioner at Electrum (Indonesia’s EV leader), an investor in early stage ventures and a Venture Advisor at Argor.
Currently, Sunil wears two hats: leading People & Culture at Mindtickle while serving as Managing Director of Cognisen.
Sunil holds degrees in Industrial Relations, Economics, and Sociology from Bangalore University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Capital Management from XLRI Jamshedpur.
Services
Advisory & Fractional Leadership
For founders, investors and CXOs looking for support as they think more deeply about how to meet goals & unlock value through organisation, people and culture in their companies.
Speaking & Facilitation
For anyone looking to inject thought leadership and inspire action through the lived experiences of a people leader who has led and managed through decades of change.
Transformation
For Investors looking to drive specific transformation priorities within their portfolio companies like restructuring, workforce management, capability building and leadership transitions.
Functional Coaching
For founders, CXOs and HR pros seeking perspective, validating an approach or looking for mentorship and coaching on People and HR topics