- Spearheaded the strategic vision and roadmap for AI technology products at Elbrus, ensuring alignment with industry advancements and market needs.- Championed the formulation of a robust product development strategy, capitalizing on Artificial Intelligence to maximize business potential.- Drove continuous innovation and business expansion, adeptly managing technological complexities and resource allocation.- Led and cultivated a high-caliber team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation to advance product excellence.- Oversaw the evolution of AI-driven solutions, guaranteeing their market relevance and sustaining a competitive advantage.

- Primary IT liaison for key Middle East financial institutions, ensuring project scope and resource strategies.- Led cross-functional teams to achieve timely deliverables and executed risk management for smooth roll-outs.-Fostered C-suite relationships, securing opportunities in dynamic markets and maintaining project continuity.- Implemented Moody’s Credit Lens at ANZ and Scotia bank, enhancing customer satisfaction and repeat business.

- Led requirement gathering workshops with key stakeholders to create requirement gathering and system design documents.- Led Application testing based on business requirement matrix.- Designed online payment portal to accept application of instant credit card that customers could use to purchase Apple products on installments.- Delivered KYC driven NCCP responsible lending project.

As Business Technology Relationship Manager, I developed strategies for entire project lifecycle, incorporating effective control frameworks, success indicators, and team structures. I used to manage requirement gathering across different business units and coordinate with design teams and vendors to meet implementation needs. I directed cross-functional teams to execute change management process and revamp communication structures. I also reviewed existing processes to propose enhancements and create business cases for the proposed solutions. Monitoring RFP and vendor consolidation process was also part of my job description. I was recognized for devising intelligent negotiation strategies to sign profitable contracts. Lastly, I reported progress to stakeholders for data-driven decision-making. Some of my key contributions at Emirates NBD include:• Led Retail Finance System (FinOne) implementation for Emirates Islamic Bank. Products included home loans, car loans, service financing, credit cards, and rent financing. Automation successfully reduced the turnaround time for retail loan approvals by 50%.• Supervised the integration of automated document and property management systems across Emirates Islamic Bank. Led the RFP process and finalized external vendors after extensive negotiations.• Uplifted and automated end-to-end corporate credit approval system through intelligent re-engineering, slashing turn around for decision-making on credit applications by 70%.

I was responsible for handling a portfolio of medium to large scale technology initiatives for Mashreqbank including limit and collateral management system, corporate credit approval system and risk management systems (Basel). • In lieu of my outstanding performance, I was awarded CEO club membership in 2007.

• Integrated Logistic Information System - Developed a B2B application for a German client that facilitates the automobile industry in supply chain and procurement related activities. The portal provided a platform for buyers and sellers to conduct online procurement and track shipments.• Electronic Resource Monitoring System - Developed an HRMS application that facilitates Human Resource division in maintaining an employee repository as well tracking of resources. The application also facilitated project managers to plan and track ongoing projects.