Kedar Deshpande, Cipp/E
About Kedar Deshpande, Cipp/E
Kedar Deshpande is the Group Privacy Officer at Coda Payments, with extensive experience in data privacy and regulatory compliance across multiple regions. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Pune, as well as a Master's in Business Laws from Technische Universität Berlin.
Current Role at Coda Payments
Kedar Deshpande serves as the Group Privacy Officer at Coda Payments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing data protection and privacy compliance within the organization. He also serves as the Data Protection Officer, ensuring that Coda Payments adheres to relevant data privacy laws and regulations. His expertise is particularly focused on European, Asian, and US data privacy frameworks.
Education and Expertise
Kedar Deshpande holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of Pune, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from the same institution. Additionally, he obtained a Master in Business Laws with a focus on European and International Law from Technische Universität Berlin in 2016. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in data privacy and regulatory compliance.
Professional Background
Kedar Deshpande has over a decade of experience in data privacy, legal, and regulatory compliance functions. Before his current role, he worked at Coda Payments as a Data Protection Consultant for eight months in 2020. He also held positions such as Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer at Fractal and Head of Regulatory & Compliance Advisory at Börse Stuttgart Digital Exchange GmbH. His leadership experience extends to the Fintech sector and the European startup ecosystem.
Certifications and Qualifications
Kedar Deshpande holds the CIPP/E certification, which stands for Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe. This certification demonstrates his proficiency in European data protection laws and regulations, enhancing his qualifications in the field of data privacy and compliance.
Volunteer Experience
Kedar Deshpande co-founded YES-Europe and served as Co-President on a pro bono basis from 2016 to 2018. This role involved contributing to initiatives that promote data privacy and compliance within the European context, showcasing his commitment to the field beyond his professional responsibilities.