Career Odysseys

With an illustrious career spanning over 28 years, Anand Kumar Sinha is a distinguished technology leader, renowned for his expertise in IT operations, digital transformation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, ERP, AI, and IoT. Currently serving as the CIO & Global Head IT at Birlasoft, he has led business transformation and technology strategy across diverse industries, including Telecom, Media, FM, IT & ITES. Anand holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in IT from Shobhit University and a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) from MCRP, Bhopal. Honorary Doctorate in Information Technology & Cybersecurity from IIU. Additionally, he has pursued advanced certifications in areas such as AI & ML from IIT Kanpur, Cybersecurity from the Data Security Council of India, Digital Transformation from the Indian School of Business, Certificate in Finance for Tech Leaders from IIT Bombay, CIO to Chief Innovation Officer from IIM Bengaluru, and more, continuously expanding...

SOMA JOSHI, an accomplished IT professional with a remarkable career spanning over 17 years. Currently serving as the Director at VISA in Bengaluru, Soma has demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in project management, software development, and client relations. Soma's extensive experience includes key roles at renowned organizations such as Capgemini,  Société Générale,   Walmart Labs India, Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, and BNP Paribas. Her adeptness in handling large-scale projects in diverse domains like Retail, Finance, Telecom, and Insurance has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Achiever's Award and multiple client appreciations. A certified PMP, Six Sigma Yellow Belt, and Certified Java Developer, Soma is well-versed in a multitude of technologies and methodologies. She holds a Master of Technology in Data Science from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology from ...