Biren Parekh

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About Biren Parekh

Hi I'm a Strategic BFSI leader with over 28 years of global experience in digital transformation across retail and corporate banking domains. As a Director at Crisil and former VP at Intellect Design Arena, I've managed portfolios up to $25 million & led successful implementations for Tier-1 global banks. My expertise Digital transformation Delivery management Banking product development and implementation lifecycle Data Lakehouse design and implementation. Financial wellness With a proven track record of delivering zero-defect projects and winning awards for innovation and delivery excellence, I bring a unique blend of technical knowledge, leadership skills, commercial acumen, and industry insights. I'm passionate about driving strategic growth and digital innovation in the financial services sector. What sets me apart is my ability to influence CXOs, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and lead large teams to achieve exceptional results. As a skilled communicator and effective negotiator, I prioritize cultural sensitivity, building rapport with teams, and fostering cohesiveness to achieve strategic business goals. Apart from being a certified independent director, I'm also certified in multiple professional areas, including GPM-b, PMP, ESG, CMMi, Agile, and AWS among others. Dr. Ravindran has featured me in his book "High Productivity Practices from Successful Leaders", where I have shared practical tips and tricks for enhancing productivity. As the saying goes, “Your Network is your Net worth” I invite you to connect. More about me Author of "Supercharge your Project Management skills" Angel Investors x 12 startups Volunteer - PMI Global Sustainability Champion Program Volunteer - PMI South Asia Champion Program Multiple Awards for best PMI volunteer Top 50 Voices APAC (thinkers360.com) Top 25 thinkers on Project Management for 2022, 2023, 2024 (thinkers360.com) Top 50 thinkers in FinTech for 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 (thinkers360.com) Top 200 PM in the world (Eduhubspot) Featured in multiple interviews Frequent podcast guest Keynote Speaker at Conferences & B-schools like IIT, IIM, etc. ‍ Independent Director ‍ Lifelong learner ESG-certified ‍ Advisor, mentor ‍Marathoner ‍ Fitness freak Book lover Explorer, Wanderer - Follow my WA channel for job postings, part of giving back to society. One may check the 'Recommendation Section' to see what people say about me. My postings reflect my personal views and not those of employer, Crisil.