Career Odysseys

Vinayak (Vinu) Iyer is a seasoned marketing professional with over 18 years of extensive experience in corporate marketing, branding, and digital strategies. A proud alumnus of IIM Bangalore and International Management Institute (IMI) Brussels, Vinayak has made a significant mark across industries with his strategic insights and creative approach. He has contributed to renowned organizations like Oracle Financial Services, iGATE, L&T Infotech, and Volvo Group, and currently holds a key leadership role at ITC Infotech as the Head of Corporate Branding, Regional Marketing, Client and Partner Marketing. Recognized for his innovative brand-building efforts, Vinayak has received several prestigious awards, including the PR World Gold Awards (2020), Global Business Excellence Award (2020), and multiple Golden Bridge Awards in 2021, 2023, and 2024. His impactful work includes driving a 500% increase in customer engagement and significantly improving ITC Infotech's social media pre...

Richa Shekhar is a highly accomplished strategic leader with over 22 years of extensive experience in the financial services industry, particularly in Investment Management, Asset Servicing, Treasury Operations, and Retirement Solutions. Richa has successfully navigated her career by leading cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, managing complex global transitions, and driving process re-engineering projects across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Her career journey includes significant leadership roles such as Senior Director at Principal Global Services, where she served from October 2020 to November 2022, and Vice President - Service Delivery Leader for Investment Management at BNY Mellon from September 2014 to September 2020. Richa has also made notable contributions during her tenure as Senior Manager - Investment Management Operations at AXA Business Services Pvt. Ltd., and earlier as Assistant Manager in Treasury Operations at GE Capital Services India. Richa’s strong ed...