Vivek Zakarde, previously known for his stellar contributions as the SVP-Analytics at IndusInd Bank and his leadership roles in India Infoline Group and Reliance General Insurance Ltd, has recently taken up the mantle as the General Manager (Head of Analytics) at IDBI BANK LTD. In this pivotal role, Zakarde will be the Analytical Leader for the entirety of IDBI Bank, becoming a cornerstone of the top management team.
Expressing his gratitude, Zakarde remarked, “I am thankful to our MD and DMD for showing confidence in my abilities & skills. I have a passion for building and leading high-powered teams to deliver data-driven results improving products, services, and business processes. I will make data analytics as the brain and part of the Central Nervous system in the organization and will give the shift to digitization and AI. The use of data will accelerate over the next years - driving decision- making by ever more constituents, adopting Artificial Intelligence, making sense of the Metaverse, and other high-tech knowledge-driven endeavours.”
Zakarde's expertise is grounded in Big Data, AI, and Data Science. He has a commendable track record of crafting and leading Data Science, Engineering, and BI teams, harmonizing them with business and organizational strategies. His global collaborations span eminent names such as British Gas, Ford Motors, Suncorp Bank, and TORM Shipping, further amplifying his prowess in data management and strategic solutions.