Manikandan Sathiyavelu MBA, Ms, Cqf, Afp
About Manikandan Sathiyavelu MBA, Ms, Cqf, Afp
Current Title and Role
Manikandan Sathiyavelu is the Manager of Product Solutions at SEI, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he manages product solutions for an integrated global wealth platform, focusing on building and presenting the product vision, as well as managing a rolling wave roadmap. Additionally, he is responsible for designing and delivering business solutions by gathering client requirements and solving their problems. He also provides technical sales pitches and support to sales teams for acquiring new clients for the integrated wealth platform.
Professional Experience
With over 19 years of experience, Manikandan Sathiyavelu has held several key positions in the finance and IT sectors. He began his career at ICICI Bank as a Sales Manager in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, then served as a Relationship Manager at Kotak Securities. In the United States, he worked at TCS as an Assistant Consultant followed by a role as a Business Analyst at Deutsche Bank. His extensive tenure at SEI includes roles such as Consultant and SWP Application Support Lead. He is also a dedicated volunteer, serving as Assistant Cub Master at Boy Scouts of America, Pack 313 Audubon (Cub Scouts).
Educational Background
Manikandan Sathiyavelu has a robust educational background. He holds an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Master's degree in Computer Software Engineering from Villanova University. He earned a Certification in Quantitative Finance from Fitch Learning and an AFP from the Financial Planning Standards Board. Additionally, he holds an MBA in Systems & Marketing from Periyar University and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from M.G.R College.
Specializations and Expertise
Manikandan Sathiyavelu specializes in areas such as product management, software development management, technical operations management, requirements engineering, IT consulting & solutions management, and sales, pre-sales, and relationship management. His multifaceted IT background spans technical and management expertise across Run-Grow-Transform business areas. He leverages industry disruptors like DevOps, Agile, Robotic Process Automation, Microservices, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Adoption.
Vision and Philosophy
Manikandan Sathiyavelu's vision is to lead a company that provides unparalleled customer experience and operational excellence. He aims to create value and make a difference in the lives of customers, contributors, and the community through agility, innovation, and continuous improvement. His approach emphasizes leveraging industry disruptors to drive innovation and deliver effective business solutions.