Anup Menon
About Anup Menon
Anup Menon is a founder and investor with extensive experience in financial services and technology. He has co-founded Droit, served in various leadership roles at major financial institutions, and currently focuses on strategy and innovation at Bank of America.
Work at Droit
Anup Menon co-founded Droit, a FinTech company specializing in derivatives software, in 2012. Under his leadership, Droit has established itself as a leader in the financial technology sector. The company received the 'Trading Technology Product of the Year' award from Risk Magazine, highlighting its innovative contributions to the industry. Menon continues to serve as the Founder of Droit, focusing on advancing the company's strategic objectives and technological innovations.
Education and Expertise
Anup Menon holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science & Engineering from the College of Engineering Trivandrum and a Master's Degree in Computer Science from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. He also earned an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he studied Finance, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in technology and business, which he applies in his roles as a founder and investor.
Background in Financial Services
Anup Menon has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having held significant positions at major institutions. He served as Director at Barclays Investment Bank and UBS, and as Senior Vice President at Lehman Brothers, where he was the Global Head of Counterparty Credit Risk, Country Risk, and Operational Risk Technology. His background includes building global platforms in various areas such as OTC Clearing and Enterprise Risk Management.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Anup Menon currently holds multiple positions, including Managing Director at Bank of America since 2021, where he focuses on strategy and innovation in GenAI, Data & Analytics, and Distributed Ledger Technology. He also serves on the board of Achievement First and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, contributing to education-focused non-profits. Additionally, he is an investor at Varda Space Industries, further expanding his engagement in transformative startups.
Investment in Startups
Anup Menon has invested in early-stage transformative startups, including Atlan, a data management company. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative companies that drive change in their respective industries. Menon's experience as both a founder and investor provides him with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by startups.