Vedavyas Rao
About Vedavyas Rao
Vedavyas Rao serves as Vice President of Change Management and Business Transformation at HSBC, bringing extensive experience in the BFSI sector across various regions including India, the Middle East, London, and Europe. He has a strong background in optimizing business models and leading multidisciplinary teams, with previous roles at Tata Consultancy Services and Citigroup Global Services.
Work at HSBC
Vedavyas Rao has been serving as Vice President – Change Management & Business Transformation at HSBC since 2015. In this role, he focuses on optimizing business models and practices to enhance performance and achieve cost savings. He leads multidisciplinary teams across various global businesses and functions, providing strategic insights and board-level overviews of projects and programs. His work involves utilizing an integrated operating model that collaborates with Intelligent Automation, IT, Risk, Compliance, and Shared Services to improve business and customer outcomes.
Previous Experience at Tata Consultancy Services
Before joining HSBC, Vedavyas Rao worked at Tata Consultancy Services from 2008 to 2015. He held the position of Head – Pre Sales and Solutions for Wholesale Banking during his tenure in the Mumbai Area, India. His role involved developing solutions and strategies to enhance the banking services offered by the organization, contributing to the growth and efficiency of the business.
Previous Experience at Citigroup Global Services
Vedavyas Rao's career includes a significant role at Citigroup Global Services, where he served as Vice President - Banking Operations from 2001 to 2008. Based in the Mumbai Area, India, he managed banking operations and contributed to the operational efficiency of the organization. His experience in this role laid the foundation for his subsequent positions in the banking and financial services industry.
Education and Expertise
Vedavyas Rao holds a Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce from the University of Mumbai. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Financial Management from the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in the BFSI sector, equips him with in-depth domain knowledge across various business segments, including Trade and Receivable Finance, Global Liquidity & Cash Management, and Insurance Services.
Background
Vedavyas Rao has extensive international experience, having worked in regions such as the Middle East, London, Europe, and India. His diverse background in the banking and financial services industry has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of global market dynamics and operational practices. This experience supports his current role in change management and business transformation, where he applies his knowledge to drive improvements and efficiencies.