AVP and Head – Risk Management
Infosys BPM
India
“If no one else is saying, “Wait, should we really be doing this?” The GC must.”
I am a seasoned Risk Management professional with deep, hands-on experience in standards, contractual obligations, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk, resilience, business continuity, third-party risk, and information security. Over the years, I have had the privilege of leading high-performing teams, implementing ISO standards, and embedding best practices that not only meet compliance but truly enable businesses to operate with confidence and purpose.
My work also extends to actively shaping global standards through participation in ISO Technical Committees(TCs). I serve as:
This involvement allows me to contribute to frameworks that guide organizations worldwide toward stronger governance, resilience, and operational excellence.
I am a Life Member of the Institute of Directors (IOD) and a Certified Corporate Director, driven by a belief in strong governance, ethical leadership, and the transformative power of knowledge when shared freely.
But beyond titles and frameworks, life taught me something even more important that time is short and giving back cannot wait.
A few personal turning points made me realise the urgency to share what I know, especially with those who may not have access to the same resources as large corporations. That is why I am now on a mission to help 10,000 small businesses, micro-entrepreneurs, and individual professionals embrace ISO standards empowering them to grow, compete, and thrive on equal footing with their larger counterparts.
Big companies often enjoy an unfair advantage simply because they have access to structured knowledge, systems, and consultants. I believe small entities deserve the same chance. Standards can level the playing field and I want to be part of that change.
Each weekend, I dedicate my time to campaigns, knowledge-sharing, and outreach efforts aimed at enabling these entities to understand, adopt, and benefit from standards in practical, low-cost ways.
If this mission resonates with you, whether you are a professional, a business owner, or someone who simply believes in fair opportunities, I invite you to connect, collaborate, and support this cause.
Let’s make compliance, excellence, and structured growth accessible to everyone.
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