Vikram Nafde

Chief Information Officer at Webster Bank

Speaker

Vikram Nafde serves as the EVP and CIO at Webster Bank, a leading commercial bank with over $73 billion in assets. Vikram has 25+ years of expertise in orchestrating large-scale digital transformations, driving technology operations, strategic planning, and talent development. He is responsible for the overall vision, strategy, and execution of Webster’s technology, including business applications, software, digital engineering, data, architecture, agility, tech innovation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Vikram's vision aligned technology integration with the bank's goals and positioned it for success in its monumental merger of equals with Sterling Bank and the seamless integration of the combined bank’s technology stack in 2023. His deep personal involvement in spearheading this complex integration process ensured a smooth transition without disrupting the service excellence that customers of both legacy banks had come to expect. The integration was pivotal in creating a robust, tech-forward financial institution, equipped to deliver enhanced value to stakeholders and customers alike, with over $73 billion in assets and ranked top three in the northeast region.

Deeply committed to philanthropy and social causes, Vikram actively sponsors and champions for equity and diversity through his many leadership roles throughout his career. At Webster, he is a proud and active executive sponsor of various DEI initiatives, providing valuable mentoring and coaching insights to colleagues and is currently serving as a Board member of United Way of Costal and Western Connecticut promoting health, education and financial stability of struggling households in the area through employee pledging, fundraising, and corporate donations.