Sharada Iyer

Sharada Iyer is an accomplished and dynamic leader with over 22 years of experience, including 16 years at Goldman Sachs in NY.

Currently serving as the Executive Vice President heading Strategy, Digital, and Innovation (SDI) Risk at Wells Fargo in NY, Sharada has a proven track record in managing technical teams and delivering global solutions in trading, operations, asset management, regulatory compliance, and risk strategies.

With educational credentials that include a DBA in Operational Risk and Resiliency from Trident University, an MBA in International Business & Data Analytics from LSU, and a Bachelor of Engineering from Mumbai University, Sharada combines academic excellence with practical industry knowledge.

Sharada holds various industry certifications such as PMP®-Risk, Six Sigma Black Belt, CBAP, ITIL Masters, and Java, showcasing her expertise in risk management, business analysis, and IT service management.

Actively engaged in leadership and mentoring roles, Sharada is a nominated member of the National Society for Leadership & Success, mentors women in engineering, participates in STEM initiatives like Columbia Girls in STEM, and contributes to campus recruiting and veteran hiring programs.

Sharada's professional journey includes significant roles such as Chief Risk Officer, Strategy & Engineering Leader at Goldman Sachs, Business Development Leader at Wells Fargo, and leadership positions at Aetna International, Cisco, Systemax, Western Digital, and Ronak Group of Companies, reflecting her diverse experience across various industries and domains.