Dr. Ramesh Darbha
About Dr. Ramesh Darbha
Dr. Ramesh Darbha serves as the GM and Country Head for India and Asia Pacific at Backbase, a position he has held since 2022. He has an extensive academic background, including a PhD and various qualifications in finance and management.
Work at Backbase
Dr. Ramesh Darbha serves as the GM - Country Head for India and Asia-Pacific at Backbase. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in the Hyderabad Area, India. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives for the company in the region, contributing to Backbase's mission of providing digital banking solutions.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Ramesh Darbha has a diverse educational background. He is currently studying at the Schulich School of Business - York University, where he has achieved the title of Executive-In-Residence since 2022. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education in Hyderabad from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, he holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from Symbiosis Center for Management and Human Resource Development, completed between 2000 and 2002, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) from Shivaji University, obtained from 1994 to 1998.
Research Contributions
Dr. Ramesh Darbha has been involved in research focusing on the financial services sector. Since 2021, he has been studying the antecedents determining the empowerment of life insurance agents, culminating in a research paper published in the Journal of Financial Services Marketing. This work contributes to the understanding of agent empowerment within the insurance industry.
Professional Development and Certifications
Dr. Ramesh Darbha has pursued extensive professional development in various fields. He has completed several certifications in areas such as Insurance, Banking, Wealth Management, Fintech, Digital Transformation, AI, Agile, and Design Thinking. His training includes programs from recognized institutions like Darden School of Business and Copenhagen Business School, as well as specialized courses in AWS Cloud and other financial services.