Akansha
Senior Director, Head of Financial Services Knowledge & Intelligence, UPTIQ | Derivatives Trader | Turnaround Expert, Leader in Reconciliations, Compliance, CMBS/CRE | Change Agent -Strategic, RPA & AI automation
- Role
- Derivatives Trader at Nse India
- Location
- Pune Division, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Akansha
Dynamic Senior Executive with ~20 years of progressive leadership in investment banking and asset management, currently leading the deployment of UPTIQ’s AI suite for C&I and CRE clients, turning manual processes into automated insights. Recognized for driving operational excellence, I have successfully led and inspired diverse teams of 100+ professionals, fostering high-performance cultures and delivering transformative business outcomes.A proven change agent, I have spearheaded large-scale process rationalization and digital transformation initiatives, integrating robotics process automation (RPA), artificial intelligence, and machine learning to optimize efficiency, mitigate risk, and accelerate growth. My strategic vision and hands-on leadership have enabled organizations to achieve sustainable profitability and operational resilience in rapidly evolving markets.Internationally experienced across EMEA, APAC, and the US, I excel in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and navigating complex regulatory environments. I am passionate about developing future leaders—having designed and led firm-wide programs in leadership development, coaching, diversity & inclusion, and talent management. My commitment to empowering teams and cultivating inclusive, innovative workplaces has been recognized through the successful launch of initiatives such as the Women’s Initiative Network, Environment Network, and global internship and mentorship programs.As a trusted advisor and collaborative partner, I bring a results-driven mindset, a deep understanding of financial markets, and a relentless focus on delivering value to clients and stakeholders.
Experience
Derivatives Trader
Jan 2025 — Present
Currently living my dream as an equities, futures, and options trader, specializing in intraday trading strategies.
Education
Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH)
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, General
2003 — 2005
Shaheed Sukhdev College Of Business Studies
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General
2000 — 2003
Skills
- Strategy
- Capital Markets
- Due Diligence
- Asset Management
- Management
- Securitization
- Underwriting
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