Bala Viswanath

Bala Viswanath is an accomplished engineering and data strategy leader with extensive experience in the banking and technology sectors. Currently serving as Engineering Lead for the Economic Crime Prevention Platform at Lloyds Banking Group, Bala employs advanced technology, data, and AI to combat economic crime. Previously, as Director at NatWest Group, Bala spearheaded initiatives in data strategy and transformation, enhancing customer insights and financial crime prevention measures. Additional roles at Cognizant, Envestnet | Yodlee India, and BT demonstrate Bala's expertise in application modernization, product engineering, and program delivery. Bala holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, an MBA from Imperial College London, and is further pursuing a leadership degree in AI from the Indian School of Business.