Yamichon Shimrah
About Yamichon Shimrah
Yamichon Shimrah serves as the Head of Operations and Data Analytics at SWIFT, where he also co-leads gender equality initiatives. With extensive experience in data analytics and cyber security, he has successfully managed international teams and launched digitalization programs that enhance risk management for financial institutions worldwide.
Work at SWIFT
Yamichon Shimrah currently serves as the Head of Operations and Data Analytics at SWIFT, a position held since 2021. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and data analytics initiatives. He also acts as the Gender Equality Co-Lead, a role he has maintained for three years, focusing on promoting gender equality within the organization. Previously, he held multiple positions at SWIFT, including Business Continuity and Change Manager, Lead Cyber Security Specialist, and Head of Counterparty Risk Management & Data Analytics. His tenure at SWIFT has been marked by a commitment to operational excellence and innovation.
Education and Expertise
Yamichon Shimrah has a robust educational background, having studied at INSEAD where he achieved an Executive MBA from 2022 to 2024. He also completed a program in Entrepreneurship: New Business Ventures at INSEAD in 2022. Prior to this, he earned a Master of Science in E-Business Management from University de Lille 1 in 2012. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from Government Engineering College, Thrissur, completed in 2007. This diverse educational experience supports his expertise in technology, finance, and data analytics.
Background
Yamichon Shimrah has a diverse professional background, beginning his career as an Associate Software Engineer at Hewlett-Packard in India from 2007 to 2009. He then transitioned to Barclays Bank as a SWIFT Payments Analyst in Singapore and the UK for one year. His journey at SWIFT began in 2012, where he held various roles over the years, including Customer Engineer and Lead Cyber Security Specialist. His extensive experience in managing international operations in data analytics and cyber security has shaped his leadership style and operational strategies.
Achievements
During his career at SWIFT, Yamichon Shimrah has launched and led digitalization programs that empowered approximately 13,000 financial institutions and supervisory authorities worldwide. These initiatives focused on enhancing risk management capabilities, demonstrating his commitment to leveraging technology for operational improvements. His leadership in various roles has contributed to driving operational excellence and innovation on a global scale, particularly in the areas of data analytics and cyber security.