Kannan Amaresh is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the financial services and insurance sectors. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and Global Head of Insurance at Infosys, Kannan also acts as the Infosys Canada Geo Executive Sponsor. Prior roles at Infosys include Senior Vice President and Industry Head for Financial Services, where the focus was on new markets and strategic accounts, as well as Vice President as Regional Head for Financial Services. Kannan's earlier experience includes a Business Development Manager position at Standard Chartered Bank and a Business Manager role at GE Capital TFS. Educational qualifications include a Global Leadership Program from Stanford University and Chartered Accountant credentials from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, complemented by a BA in Accounting and Corporate Laws from the University of Madras.