Kumar Anagurthi
Summary
A visionary financial services transformation executive, with over 26 years of expertise in capital markets, enterprise data strategy & architecture, data management, regulatory compliance and enterprise consent order, Customer centric product management programs, AI-driven risk management, and cloud transformation. He has a proven track record of leading multi-trillion-dollar financial product portfolios, spearheading $500M+ in consulting revenue, advised C-suite executives and board leadership, Front-to-Back (E2E) architecture roadmaps, business growth, enhancing data governance and data analytics frameworks, digital transformation, and developing enterprise-wide risk and financial strategies for GSIBs and Fortune 500 institutions. Adept at business growth, strategic sales expansion, fostering cross functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with Balance sheet optimization, General Ledger, Profit & Loss, Basel III, CCAR, OCC, GDPR and BCBS 239 mandates. Certified in Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Risk Management, Agile Development and Executive Leadership.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Global head OF Capital Markets - FinanCIAL Services Transformation
Citigroup Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2024
- Capital Markets Excellence - Led global teams of 275+ professionals, Product applications (OTC Derivatives, Fixed Income, Equities, SFTs, FX, Commodities), covers $1.5T Balance Sheet & $2.5 B P&L, delivered regulatory and business mandatory initiatives and ensured alignment across Treasury, Risk, Markets, Finance, and Technology
- Regulatory Excellence - Partnered with C-suite executives (CRO, CFO, CIO) and board members to define and implement global financial transformation strategies, securing $100M+ in technology investments across 21 countries
- Led $100MM+ capital markets transformation initiatives, implementing AI and cloud-driven financial strategies for top-tier institutions
- Oversaw multi-trillion-dollar balance sheet portfolios, optimizing trading, risk management, treasury, and regulatory frameworks
- Designed enterprise-wide financial transformation roadmaps, consolidating regulatory reporting processes and enhancing compliance
- Delivered $50M+ in annual efficiency gains through AI-driven risk analytics and operational streamlining
- Spearheaded cross-functional consulting engagements, advising senior executives on capital optimization
- Managed 275+ global professionals, executing 100+ regulatory projects annually, ensuring 100% compliance with Basel, CCAR, IFRS
- Implemented front-to-back AI-powered automation, reducing data processing time by 40% and accelerating Basel quarter-end close
- Developed go-to-market strategies for AI, cloud, and risk consulting services, contributing to 40% revenue expansion in capital markets advisory
- Expanded capital markets consulting practice, securing $150M+ in transformation-driven revenue
FiNANCIAL SERVICES LEADER
BearingPoint (KPMG) BIG 4 Consulting
01.1998 - 01.2006
- Implemented early adopter regulatory compliance enterprise data platforms for GSIBs (BNY, WaMu, BMO - $50M+ programs) and integrated deliverables into Oracle EPM as an industry standard
- Key Clients: The Bank of New York Mellon, Fannie Mae, Washington Mutual, and Bank of Montreal
- Led transformation initiatives for GSIBs, delivering financial risk and digital transformation solutions across Basel, CCAR, and liquidity risk
- Managed enterprise-wide data governance, financial analytics, and compliance frameworks for investment banking clients
- Drove multi-million-dollar consulting sales, securing RFPs for risk, trading, and financial product strategies
- Optimized capital efficiency, reducing RWA adjustments by 30% and enhancing financial product profitability
- Played a key role in growing consulting revenue by $100M+ through new strategic partnerships with major financial institutions
Education
Citi Executive Leadership Program -
Yale School of Management
Risk Management -
Columbia Business School
Master of Science - Engineering
Ohio University
Skills
- Strategy Thinking
- Regulatory Exam & Compliance Oversight
- Relationship Management
- Business Development
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Data Management
- Advanced Analytics
- Data Strategy and Governance
- Data Security
- Resiliency
- Operational Excellence
- Scalability
- Cloud
- Gen AI/ML
- Problem Solving
- Mentor
- Communication
Accomplishments
· Revenue Growth & Sales Leadership – Spearheaded $50M+ annual revenue streams , securing $500M+ in total consulting revenue across capital markets.
· C-Level Client Relationship Management – Established trusted advisory roles with GSIBs and Fortune 500 institutions , leading to $100M+ in new business acquisitions .
· Regulatory & Risk Advisory – Designed enterprise-wide regulatory frameworks , securing $100M+ in risk management funding .
· Enterprise Data & Technology Strategy – Consolidated 35+ legacy systems into 5 cloud-based platforms , saving $50M+ per annum .
· Cloud Transformation & Digital Architecture – Led $1.5Trillion capital markets data portfolios cloud migration , reducing IT infrastructure spend by 45%, increasing risk-adjusted return on capital (RAROC) by 30%, and improving regulatory reporting efficiency by 60% .
· Operational Efficiency & Cost Optimization – Delivered 55% efficiency improvements through AI-driven operational streamlining and digital roadmaps .
· High-Performance Leadership – Managed 275+ global professionals and $100MM+ transformation programs , ensuring 100% compliance and execution excellence .
· Capital Markets & Financial Services Consulting – Expertise in trading platforms, risk management, and regulatory frameworks .
· Enterprise Digital & AI Transformation – Leading machine learning, big data, and cloud-based innovation for financial services.
· Regulatory Expertise – Extensive expertise in GL, P&L, Basel III, CCAR, Dodd-Frank, SOX, IFRS, and BCBS 239
BIG4 Excellence - Implemented early adopter regulatory programs for GSIBs (BNY, WaMu, BMO
Thought Leadership
- Recognized industry leader in financial innovation, advising global regulators, GSIBs, and Fortune 500 firms on AI-driven risk modeling, regulatory automation, and cloud transformation strategies.
- Regular keynote speaker at global financial and AI conferences, shaping policies on capital risk optimization, digital transformation, and enterprise financial data strategies.
- Global thought leader on financial services innovation, contributing to policy discussions on capital risk modeling, regulatory automation, and financial AI ethics.
Awards
- IEEE – Neural Networks & Generative AI Innovation Award
- Citi – Firmwide Libor Transition Leadership
- Citi – PWC – Integrated Operating Model
- Citi – Risk Architecture Leadership Award
- KPMG – Beacon Award for Regulatory Compliance Excellence
Timeline
Global head OF Capital Markets - FinanCIAL Services Transformation
Citigroup Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2024
FiNANCIAL SERVICES LEADER
BearingPoint (KPMG) BIG 4 Consulting
01.1998 - 01.2006
Risk Management -
Columbia Business School
Master of Science - Engineering
Ohio University
Citi Executive Leadership Program -
Yale School of Management
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