Riona Rooplal

Experienced executive management consultant with over 15 years of international exposure. Achieved operational savings of more than R2 million by designing and implementing digital transformation strategies.  Successfully led IT projects with integrated technologies such as ATM solutions in multiple countries in Africa, KYC regulations including omni channels, financial regulations in Treasury, scaled Business Units in Private, Business and Retail Banking, with budgets of R3 million and more. Have created collaborations, while eliminating silos, thus increasing synergies and efficiencies.  

Born and raised on the continent where life began, sunny South Africa, I have been evolving my career and skills into a senior manager, specializing in digital transformations, strategic implementations within IT. I have over 15 years management consulting experience, including project management, business analysis, process engineering, team leadership, to name but a few of my capabilities.  I have completed my MBA at the prestigious school in France Grenoble Ecole de Management, which is triple accredited, specializing in 2 subjects: Finance & Digital Banking and the 2nd is: Digital Marketing. My thesis was awarded an (17/20) which was based on Digital Transformation strategies within IT with a People-centric approach.

I have worked in France and the UK. After a few years being aboard, I decided to move back and be nearer to family and friends. I am currently looking for a centre of excellence to share my knowledge and experience. 

Completed Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Received the MBA Outstanding Professional Woman Award. 
• Specialized in 2 Subjects: 1.  Finance & Digital Banking 2. Digital Technology, Marketing & Management

Completed Bachelor of Business Administration 

Completed Diploma in Project Management

Completed Certification in Architectural Drafting