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Shankar Kanabiran

Malaysia Deputy Consulting Leader, Partner, Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd

Works with financial services organizations across Malaysia on their business and digital transformation programmes. A firm believer in and supporter of building leaders with future-focused skills.

Shankar Kanabiran is the Deputy Consulting Leader at EY in Malaysia. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his 28-year career in business and technology consulting.

Shankar’s expertise is broad and deep, with a particular focus on large scale banking transformations, IT and digital strategies, digital banking innovations, digital public infrastructure development, post-merger integration and core banking system implementations. Shankar is widely acknowledged for his commitment to  driving business transformation, ensuring that technology and strategy are aligned with the needs and well-being of individuals at the core of the enterprise.

Before his EY tenure, Shankar was the Managing Director of the financial services operating group of a leading global professional services firm. He was also an Executive Director at the Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC). His academic credentials include an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, which underpin his strategic and technical acumen.

How Shankar is building a better working world

Shankar's vision for a better working world is rooted in his dedication to the financial services sector and various organizations across Malaysia. He is committed to guiding them through the challenges of disruptive innovation, fostering growth and long-term sustainability. Beyond his professional endeavors, Shankar is passionate about nurturing a brighter future for the workforce and upcoming generations. He actively promotes the development of learning opportunities and the advancement of technology-focused skills and capabilities, ensuring that the workforce is equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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