From Systems to Strategy: My Journey into Future Tech Leadership

Описание: About This Video:
In this profoundly personal and strategic reflection, Aparna Kumar, a visionary IT and Digital Transformation leader, takes you through her journey from coding in C and COBOL to leading enterprise-scale digital transformation across some of India’s largest banks — and ultimately, to shaping boardroom strategies across industries.
From managing 4,700+ branches to designing CBDC pilots for the G20, Aparna shares how her time at ISB became the turning point that transformed her from a systems leader to a strategic architect — one who bridges technology, business vision, and governance with purpose.
This video is not just about career evolution. It’s about the mindset shift that defines Future Tech Leadership — where decisions are grounded in trust, ethics govern innovation, and transformation scales with impact.

Key Takeaways:
A. The leadership shift from technology execution to technology strategy
B. How education at Indian School of Business (ISB) reshaped business thinking and board-level influence
C. Playbooks that transcend industries — from BFSI to Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Retail
D. The “Trust-by-Design” approach to AI and digital governance
E. Lessons on resilience, ethics, and leadership from India’s digital banking journey

Why Watch:
If you’re a CXO, board member, or aspiring technology leader, this story will help you reflect on your own path — from delivery to design, from transformation to trust.
You’ll also discover how Aparna’s advisory work today (through Nexora Tech and Aparna Tech Trends) is helping organisations navigate the next wave of innovation — from AI-first enterprises to Agentic AI and Zero-Trust frameworks.

About the Speaker:
Aparna Kumar is a seasoned CIO and board-level advisor with over three decades of leadership experience across banking, technology, and consulting. She has led transformative programs at SBI, HSBC, HDFC Bank, Capgemini and Citi (Oracle) and now advises global boards and CXOs on digital transformation, AI, and governance.
Through her platforms Aparna Tech Trends and Nexora Tech, she is shaping the next generation of inclusive, responsible, and future-ready technology leadership.

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