Sumit Sood is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in global banking and financial services, specializing in growth, optimization, and transformation initiatives. They have held senior leadership positions at prestigious institutions such as Citi, American Express, and Standard Chartered, where they honed their expertise in banking operations, risk governance, and performance management. Currently, Sumit serves as a Cross Market Sales Leader at IBM Consulting, focusing on AI-driven business operations across various industries. Their extensive background also includes building high-performing teams and fostering strategic partnerships to drive operational excellence and revenue growth. Sumit holds an MBA from Hult International Business School, where they graduated with distinction.