About Sumel
With over 19 years of experience across global institutions and cutting-edge tech ventures, I am the driving force behind SG — an AI-first consulting firm helping businesses unlock their true potential through intelligent technology.
My journey blends data analytics, automation, and transformation with a passion for solving real-world problems using emerging tech. From leading strategy at UBS and Barclays to building AI platforms for unorganised sectors in India, I have pushed boundaries at the intersection of innovation and impact.
Currently pursuing a Doctorate in AI from Golden Gate University, San Francisco, I bring academic rigor and practical insight to initiatives .
Off-duty, Sumel is a competitive cyclist and cricket enthusiast who believes endurance and strategy — both on the field and in business — go hand in hand.
English
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
New Delhi (up to 50km), Mumbai (up to 50km), Pune (up to 50km), Bengaluru (up to 50km)
Experience
- SG SolveFounderJuly 2022 - Today (3 years and 11 months)Delhi, India
- S. G is a vision-driven startup committed to putting our clients first, embodied in our motto, "You before Us." My journey began with a deep-seated passion for addressing industry-specific challenges, particularly those affecting the unorganised sector. Motivated by a desire to innovate and overcome these challenges, I embarked on creating a technology-enabled, consumer-centric business.
- At S. G , our goal is to revolutionize the industry by integrating cutting-edge global best practices and solutions. We are currently working on an exciting project that exemplifies our commitment to pioneering new standards and delivering transformative outcomes. Stay tuned as we prepare to make our mark with this ambitious initiative.
- UBSDirector - Group Finance ( Investment Banking )June 2017 - June 2022 (5 years)New Delhi, Delhi, India
- Led large-scale programs and executed strategic initiatives to drive organizational change.
- Ensured compliance with global regulatory requirements from Federal Reserve and Bank of England.
- Spearheaded robotics and automation initiatives, overseeing governance and cost management.
- Focused on location and people strategy during insourcing efforts, achieving significant cost savings.
- Established joint venture between Group Finance and Technology to enhance data reporting.
- Devised Big Data strategy that improved information quality for CFO organization.
- Decommissioned legacy systems, leading to reduced support costs and increased efficiency.
- Supervised analysts in Client Analytics, utilizing Python-based machine learning models for insights.
- BarclaysVice President, Risk and Analytics-India Lead for Strategy & ChangeJuly 2013 - May 2017 (3 years and 10 months)Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Built and managed a high-performing Change and Strategy Team of approximately 150 members across India.
- Partnered with executive management on critical business and operational initiatives.
- Developed strong stakeholder relationships to support major strategic projects.
- Represented function in cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on objectives.
- Designed and drove planning activities for analytically-driven, strategic decision-making.
- Led strategic changes related to IFRS 9, BCBS 239, and FTRB regulations, redefining system architecture.
- Provided business intelligence while serving as an independent challenger to new proposals.
- Mentored team members and represented Barclays at RISE Startup Platform events.
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Education
- - Live ProgramY Combinator Startup School2022- Live Program
- Executive Program in Data and Decision SciencesIndian Institute of Technology2021Executive Program in Data and Decision Sciences