“When you like doing what you do, and when you do it with people who have similar values and purpose, you create an environment like The Home Depot that is fulfilling for one and all.”

Vinod Nalajala is president for The Home Depot Canada.

Vinod joined The Home Depot in 2001 as a sales associate. In 2004, he transitioned to the Store Leadership Program, and has held positions of increasing responsibility, including store manager, regional sales manager, senior manager of sales execution, district manager and vice-president of central operations, contact centres, asset protection and building services. Most recently, he served as the vice-president, human resources.

Prior to joining the Company, Vinod worked in advertising, IT recruiting & staffing, as well as brand management.

Vinod has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Indian Institute of Management and Commerce and an MBA in marketing.