Senthil Kumar
Global Business Executive ✦ Chief Risk Officer ✦ Board Member ✦ Banking & Financial Services ✦ Risk, Compliance & Governance
- Role
- Chief Risk Officer at Huntington National Bank
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Senthil Kumar
An outcome-driven global executive with a proven track record of enabling growth and leading large-scale transformations across banking and financial services. Bringing deep international experience and a strong command of Capital Markets, Risk, Compliance, and Governance. Recognized for delivering business-critical solutions with expertise in driving measurable value in both mature and emerging markets. A strategic change agent, known for leveraging advanced technologies, building high-performing global teams, and solving complex challenges. As Chief Risk Officer at BNY oversaw the bank’s Risk Management, Compliance and Financial Crimes functions globally, leading a diverse team of 1500+ people, reporting to the CEO and the Chair of the Board Risk Committee. Successfully leading a comprehensive transformation of the bank’s risk and compliance functions, guiding BNY on through a period of heightened regulatory scrutiny and positioning it for sustainable growth. Previously held the position of Chief Risk Officer for Citi’s Institutional Clients Group, managing all risks covering the global portfolio with over $1 trillion of exposure spanning 100+ countries and $34 billion in revenue. Prior roles include Head of Risk for Financial Institutions and Public Sector, and Head of Risk for Alternative Assets & Investments, including Hedge Funds & Private Equity. Banking career began with several risk and business leadership positions at Samba Financial Group in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Proven change agent with a history of leading global teams through significant transformation. A champion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, spearheading innovative mentoring, cross-training, and executive development programs that broaden perspectives and build a bench of diverse leadership. Recognized for commitment to the advancement of others, receiving the 2020 A-list Award from Ascend. Currently a member of the American Heart Association Board for the New York City Chapter. Held additional board positions with BNY, including its European Bank and Saudi Arabian entities, as well as Citi and its investment companies in Japan, India, and China.
Experience
Chief Risk Officer
Feb 2026 — Present · Columbus, OH, US
Education
University of Madras
Bachelor of Science - BS
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