Kalyan Yellapragada has over 22 years of experience in information technology, specializing in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, and Data Analytics. Mr. Yellapragada has designed, developed, and managed scalable data systems across various industries, primarily within the financial sector. Before joining Vident, Mr. Yellapragada worked for global investment banks, such as UBS, Deutsche Bank, the Royal Bank of Scotland, and Citigroup. In his current role at Vident, he is responsible for creating and implementing the organization’s data strategy and leading data modernization initiatives by designing and developing efficient, secure and scalable solutions. Mr. Yellapragada holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Bangalore University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Southern Indiana.