Darwinbox, a leading global AI-native Human Capital Management (HCM) platform, has announced the appointment of Opal Wagnac as Head of Market Positioning and Strategy for the Americas. In her new role, Wagnac will lead Darwinbox’s market positioning efforts across North and South America, working closely with enterprise customers, strategic partners, and industry analysts to strengthen the company’s regional presence and accelerate adoption among large organizations.
The appointment comes as Darwinbox continues to experience strong year-over-year growth across the Americas, driven by increasing demand for modern, AI-native HCM platforms that can support complex, global workforce requirements. Wagnac will play a key role in sharpening Darwinbox’s differentiation, aligning product capabilities with market needs, and clearly articulating the business outcomes enterprises can achieve through the platform.
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“Opal brings a rare combination of strategic clarity, deep domain expertise, and a proven track record in HR technology,” said Jayant Paleti Co-founder and CEO of Darwinbox. “Our momentum in the Americas has accelerated significantly, and her leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our market narrative and helping enterprises understand how an AI-native HCM platform can drive real operational and workforce impact.”
Wagnac has over 20 years of experience in HR technology and enterprise software She previously held senior leadership roles at UKG, where she led initiatives spanning product strategy, go-to-market execution, analyst relations, and market intelligence. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her ability to translate complex technology capabilities into clear, differentiated messaging that resonates with enterprise buyers and supports long-term growth.
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“Darwinbox represents a new generation of HR technology AI-native, globally scalable, and built to handle true enterprise complexity,” said Opal Wagnac. “HR leaders today are not looking for more tools. They need intelligent platforms that anticipate workforce needs, reduce operational friction, and elevate decision-making. What drew me to Darwinbox is its ability to combine thoughtful product design with strong enterprise credibility.”
Wagnac added that she looks forward to collaborating closely with customers and partners across the region. “I’m excited to help Darwinbox expand its footprint across the Americas by refining our positioning, deepening ecosystem relationships, and ensuring our story reflects the real value we deliver to organizations navigating the future of work.”
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