Arvind Venugopal
About Arvind Venugopal
Arvind Venugopal is a Product Manager at FINRA and a leader in product vision and strategy. He has a diverse background in technology and communication, with a strong educational foundation from institutions such as Harvard Business School Online and Texas A&M University.
Work at FINRA
Arvind Venugopal currently serves as a Product Manager and Leader of the Product Vision/Strategy Community of Practice at FINRA. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's strategic initiatives in Rockville, Maryland. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Data Product Manager and Business Domain Lead at FINRA from 2020 to 2022. His experience at FINRA spans multiple roles, showcasing his expertise in product management and leadership within the financial regulatory environment.
Education and Expertise
Arvind Venugopal has a diverse educational background. He studied at Harvard Business School Online, completing two certificate programs in Design Thinking and Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Essentials in 2022. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) from Texas A&M University, earned between 2000 and 2003, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) from the University of Madras, completed in 2000. Additionally, he obtained a Professional Diploma in Information Technology from the National Institute of Information Technology from 1998 to 2000. He is a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), indicating his proficiency in Agile methodologies.
Background
Arvind Venugopal has a rich professional history in technology and product management. He began his career as a Programmer Analyst at Marlabs Inc from 2004 to 2006. He then worked at Hewlett-Packard as an Information Analyst for six years, followed by a role as a Senior Software Engineer at Mastech, Inc. from 2012 to 2014. He transitioned to DCI Group as a Data Product Manager from 2014 to 2019, before returning to FINRA in various capacities. His roles have consistently focused on product development and management.
Achievements
Arvind Venugopal has been recognized as a Distinguished Communicator and Leader by Toastmasters International, reflecting his advanced communication and leadership capabilities. He also hosts and produces a podcast titled 'Empathy Speak with Arvind Venugopal,' which addresses themes of empathy and communication. Additionally, he founded and serves as the vocalist for Tvameva, a World Music band based in Washington, DC, since 2015, showcasing his engagement in the arts and community.