We help organisations build the leaders, teams, and systems they need to grow.

Smart Roots is a People & Organisational Development Consultancy – working at the intersection of strategy, people, and performance across the Gulf and South Asia.

3 Regions

UAE · OMAN · INDIA

IAF

AFFILIATED PRACTITIONERS

ICF PCC

CERTIFIED COACHING

Marshall Goldsmith

SCC ACCREDITED

SHRM

MEMBER NETWORK

Smart Roots UAE, Oman & India

We help organisations build the leaders, teams, and systems they need to grow.

Smart Roots is a People & Organisational Development Consultancy – working at the intersection of strategy, people, and performance across the Gulf and South Asia.

3 Regions

UAE · OMAN · INDIA

IAF

AFFILIATED PRACTITIONERS

ICF PCC

CERTIFIED COACHING

Marshall Goldsmith

SCC ACCREDITED

SHRM

MEMBER NETWORK

What We Do
Four practice areas. One consultancy.

Our work spans consulting, coaching, learning, and community - each distinct, all interconnected.

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Consulting

Strategic people solutions that align capability with commercial goals.

OD & HR Advisory
Strategy Facilitation
Specialised Facilitation

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Coaching

Leadership development and deep professional growth built on reflection.

Executive & Leadership
Marshall Goldsmith SCC
Team Coaching & Emerging Leaders

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Academy

Immersive programs designed to build professional facilitation capability.

4-Day GPF Intensive
2-Day Facilitation Lite
6-Week Online & LMS Solutions

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Community

A practitioner ecosystem focused on growing the facilitation craft.

The Facilitation Circle
Alumni & Partner Network
Webinars & Associate Faculty

Meet Coach GP
Reflect. Discover. Choose. Act. Grow.

"I believe people are far more resourceful than they give themselves credit for."

"My job is not to lead people.
My job is to help people lead themselves."

Gurbinder Punn is the Founder & CEO of Smart Roots and a certified ICF Professional Coach (PCC). His coaching practice is built on one conviction: that growth begins with awareness, and lasting change happens when insight is followed by action.

ICF PCC

Marshall Goldsmith SCC

IAF Member

SHRM Member

ACE Coach

What Clients Say
Results that speak for themselves.

Gurbinder's Pro Bono sessions helped me find my Goals and work towards them in a SMART way. His approach to coaching is friendly, simple and effective.

Surekha Suresh Microbiologist, Bangalore , India

Gurbinder excels at supporting ambitious and far-aiming men and women in their careers. Thanks to him, I feel empowered to reach the sky. An absolutely dedicated and inspirational role model for many!

Magdalena D. Suraj Lecturer, University of Rzeszow, Poland
Our Pillars
Team Smart Roots
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CEO & Founder
Gurbinder Punn
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Leadership Development Expert
Magan Kalra
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Learning Solutions Expert
Shuchita Udas

Discover More About Us

Learn about our team, expertise, and vision as we strive for excellence and innovation.

Our Credentials

Our credentials showcase globally recognized certifications, ensuring expertise in coaching, leadership development, and team facilitation for impactful professional growth.

Insights
Ideas that inform better decisions.
Policies & Procedures for Startups

Policies & Procedures for Startups

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Workplace banter cause problems in your business?

Workplace banter cause problems in your

Banter! Could “workplace banter” cause problems in your business? The short answer? Yes.

How to Handle Your Good Employee

How to Handle Your Good Employee

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Retaining Good Employees & Motivated

Retaining Good Employees & Motivated

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Why Should Business Payroll Outsourcing?

Why Should Business Payroll Outsourcing?

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Ready to begin?
Let's talk about what your organisation needs to grow.

Smart Roots  specializes in comprehensive HR Solutions, offering expert guidance and innovative strategies for seamless talent acquisition and management

Social Connect

Join the 9th IAF
India Annual Conference 2025

Date: 14–16 Nov 2025
Venue: Sandipani Hometel, Pune

Theme: 

“Feel, Facilitate, Flourish From 

Intent to Impact”

Magan Kalra is a globally recognized executive coach and leadership trainer with over 18 years of experience. He has helped more than 150,000 professionals across 42 countries unlock their potential and achieve peak performance. 
Magan is the creator of the revolutionary training methodology, POWER TAINMENT™, which has transformed the way individuals and organizations excel. Ranked among the top 10 trainers worldwide, he continues to inspire and drive success for individuals and businesses globally.