Nilesh Bhandare, MBA
About Nilesh Bhandare, MBA
Nilesh Bhandare is a Data Executive specializing in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Data Governance at Capital One, where he has worked for over a decade. He has extensive experience in data analysis and governance, having held various managerial roles within the company since 1997.
Work at Capital One
Nilesh Bhandare has held multiple positions at Capital One since 1997. He started as a Data Warehousing and Technology Specialist in US Card Operations, serving for seven years until 2004. After a brief hiatus, he returned to Capital One in 2007 as a Senior Manager for Data Analysis focused on Fraud and Disputes, a role he maintained until 2011. He then transitioned to Senior Manager for Data Analysis and Reporting in Bank Operations from 2011 to 2013. Since 2013, he has been working as a Data Executive in the Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Data Governance Practice, contributing to the company's data governance initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Nilesh Bhandare has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from M.S. University from 1985 to 1988. He then pursued a Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) at Goa University from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education with a Master’s Certificate in Project Management from The George Washington University - School of Business, completed in 2001. In 2011, he obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business. His academic credentials support his expertise in data analytics, business intelligence, and data governance.
Background
Before joining Capital One, Nilesh Bhandare worked at Syntel as a Technology Consultant from 1994 to 1997. His experience in technology consulting laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in data management and analysis. His career at Capital One has spanned over two decades, during which he has developed a strong foundation in data governance and analytics, particularly within the banking sector. His roles have included responsibilities in data quality, regulatory reporting, and the implementation of data governance frameworks.
Achievements
Nilesh Bhandare has made significant contributions to Capital One, particularly in the area of data governance. He developed and implemented an Enterprise Data Governance and Management Framework, which has been instrumental in enhancing data governance practices within the organization. He has also applied data governance frameworks to meet regulatory reporting requirements, including BASEL III and Liquidity Coverage Ratios (LCR). His leadership in data governance has positively impacted the Commercial Bank and core Finance lines of business at Capital One.