VINODH KUMAR V R

Senior Data & AI Strategy Leader | Transformation | BI & AI Enablement

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | +971 585843601 | vinodhram.srec@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vinodh-kumar-v-r-3794b0197

PMI-CPMAI | GARP – Risk and AI(RAI) | IAPP – Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP)

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Senior Data & Analytics Leader with 15+ years of experience driving enterprise data strategy, AI enablement, and large-scale transformation across global banking and telecom organizations. Proven track record of leading multi-region teams, building data-driven operating models, and delivering measurable business outcomes across APAC, EMEA, NAM, and UAE ecosystems. Certified in IAPP-AIGP, PMI-CPMAI and GARP-RAI, with strong expertise in AI governance, responsible AI, and risk-aligned data strategy. Recognized globally as a Tableau Visionary and Ambassador, with deep strength in stakeholder engagement, regulatory environments, and executive decision enablement.

Positioned for leadership roles such as Head of Data, Director of Analytics, Chief Data Officer track, AI Governance & BI/AI Strategy Leader

CORE LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

• Enterprise Data Strategy & Transformation with Governance & Regulatory Alignment

• AI & BI Enablement & Responsible AI Initiatives

• AI Governance & Risk

• Business Intelligence & Executive Reporting

• Regulatory Reporting

• Stakeholder & C-Suite Engagement

• Operating Model Design & Organizational Transformation

• Program Leadership (Global & Multi-region)

TECHNOLOGY & ANALYTICS EXPERTISE

• Data & BI Ecosystem: Tableau, SAS, SQL, Conversational BI Platforms

• Analytics & Decisioning: Data Modeling, Scalable Reporting Architectures, Executive Dashboarding, Insight-Led Transformation

• Automation & AI Enablement: Conversational Interfaces, Intelligent Process Automation, QA & Governance Frameworks

CERTIFICATION

• IAPP – Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP)

• GARP Certified in Risk and AI (RAI)

• PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)

• London School of Economics certified (LSE AI : Law, Policy, and Governance)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President – Data Strategy & Analytics (Global Markets)

Citigroup | May 2020 – Present | APAC / EMEA / NAM

• Led a 50+ member global data and BI organization delivering enterprise-scale analytics and reporting solutions across 17 international markets.

• Defined and executed data strategy and BI architecture within the Analytics & Information Management CoE, supporting Citi’s global wealth and markets business.

• Delivered 600+ data processes and 150+ dashboards, improving executive decision-making speed by 30%.

• Directed APAC divestiture data transition across 14 markets, ensuring regulatory compliance and zero business disruption.

• Responsible for delivering key metrics for Citi’s Quarterly Earnings Release and Regulatory asks.

• Built an integrated data platform supporting 400+ reports for senior leadership across global markets.

• Achieved 10+ FTE cost savings through automation, process optimization, and operating model redesign.

• Established and scaled Citi’s flagship Tableau practice in Asia, driving adoption, governance, and design standards.

• Enabled self-service analytics across regions with 150+ dashboards generating 30K+ monthly executive views.

• Developed internal talent by upskilling 200+ employees, strengthening organizational capability and reducing hiring dependency.

• Led high-speed transition of 200+ processes within one month during organizational restructuring.

• Contributed to site leadership initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, governance, and culture.

• Represented Citi in sustainability and CSR initiatives including One Young World and government-led technology forums.

Senior Consultant

Verizon Wireless | Aug 2014 – May 2020

• Led a 10-member analytics and validation team supporting large-scale telecom product launches.

• Delivered data automation, chatbot solutions, and reporting frameworks for senior leadership decision-making.

• Enhanced operational efficiency through structured QA and reporting systems.

Senior Software Engineer

Infosys Technologies | Oct 2010 – Aug 2014

• Developed SQL-based analytical models for fraud detection in financial systems.

• Supported global banking clients across US and EMEA in analytics and QA initiatives.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Anna University) | 2010 | GPA: 3.2/4.0

GLOBAL RECOGNITION & LEADERSHIP

• Tableau Visionary (3x) – Top global recognition

• Tableau Ambassador (5x)

• Citi I LEAD Leadership Program (2025 Cohort)

• One Young World Ambassador (Belfast)

• Leader of 5 global community initiatives and 2 data visualization user groups

GLOBAL MARKET POSITIONING

• Experience spanning global financial services, banking, wealth management, regulatory ecosystems, and telecom sectors across diverse markets

• Strong track record in leading multi-region transformation initiatives and driving enterprise data strategy frameworks at scale

• Proven ability to build and lead large-scale data organizations, delivering measurable impact at executive and board levels

• Active engagement in sustainability, AI, and global community initiatives aligned with emerging international priorities and responsible innovation agendas