Suraj Menon

About Suraj Menon

Independent Director | Fintech, Banking & SME Specialist | Education.I bring over 27 years of leadership across banking, NBFCs, fintech, and education, partnering with boards to drive strategic growth, strengthen governance, and create sustainable value. My experience spans risk oversight, financial strategy, digital transformation, and scaling high-performing organizations in complex markets.In addition to corporate leadership, I consult with premier management institutions on admission processes, corporate recruitment, and mentoring future leaders. I have also contributed to institutional quality audits and accreditation processes, helping align organizational practices with rigorous governance and operational standards.Passionate about ethical governance, innovation, and talent development, I help organizations align strategy with purpose while fostering diversity, inclusion, and long-term stakeholder trust. I serve as a trusted advisor and independent director, bringing sector expertise, governance rigor, and strategic insight to help boards navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build resilient organizations.

Experience

1. Vice President - Retail Branch Banking

   HDFC Bank

   Oct 2006 — Present · Pune, IN

   Cluster Head - Managing 15 Retail Branches in Pune - Responsible for branch profitability, recruitments,expansion, business strategies and overall management.

Education

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  Bachelor in Science, Physics Maths Chemistry

• Marathwada University

  LL.B, Civil Law

  1994 — 1996

• Aurangabad University

  B.Sc, Physics / Chemistry; Maths

  1992

• Marathwada University, Aurangabad

  MBA, Marketing and Finance

  1992 — 1994

• Doctor Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University

  MBA, Finance n Marketing

  1994 — 1996