Akkhil P Augustine

As an aspirational and Thought Leader, I am truly passionate about advancing technology where I have
developed expertise in Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, AI, Robotics, Agile Delivery and Business
Strategy.

With a customer-centric mindset, I enjoy building value and strategy and am known to consistently deliver against business commitments. Over the last 12+ years within the banking sector, I have served as a member on Leadership Teams, providing expert counsel and guidance on tech matters, including strategic planning, and always ensuring technologies and resources are used efficiently, profitably, and securely. With a deep understanding of integrated systems and the cost, performance, and strategic implications of making architecture choices, I have led globally distributed high-performing teams of 300+ across North America,Europe, and the Asia Pacific. I am comfortable envisioning future technology-based business models, developing new technologies to support revenue growth, and driving the vision for long term technology innovation to build a competitive advantage.

You will find me to be an engaging and approachable leader, with an open and amiable style of communication, providing stewardship, support, and guidance to teams, attracting diverse, top technical talent. Having progressed to the Director level, I have built highly committed and capable technology leaders and professionals by inspiring, coaching and mentoring professional growth – something which I completely relish.

Core Competencies include:
★ Leading the Core banking platform for EQ Bank- named as the No. 1 Bank in Canada on Forbes list of the World’s Best Banks 2021 & 2022.
★ Extensive interests in applying digital transformation strategies to revolutionize industries with products and platforms that are built on people, passion, and cutting-edge technology.
★ Team-minded and enthusiastic advocate for new talents. Encouraging young minds through mentorship and collaboration.
★ Positive and inclusive leadership style, with a ‘roll-up the sleeves’ attitude, seamlessly building and motivating high-performing teams to deliver reliable performance in keenly competitive and fast-paced markets.