Archaana Pattabhii

Senior Vice President - Global Data Engineering Controls at Citigroup

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Archana Pattabhi is a seasoned Senior Technology Executive with over two decades of global experience leading enterprise-scale innovation across the financial services sector in the United States and Australia. With deep expertise in enterprise architecture, data and technology strategy, digital transformation, regulatory compliance, risk management, and AI-driven insights, she has consistently delivered scalable, high-impact solutions that align with business goals and regulatory mandates.

Archana’s leadership spans the entire data lifecycle—from governance and quality control to risk assessment and remediation. She is recognized for her ability to drive operational excellence, foster cross-functional collaboration, and lead the successful delivery of enterprise-wide risk and control frameworks. Her work has enabled financial institutions to strengthen regulatory alignment while accelerating digital innovation and AI/ML-enabled risk mitigation.

Leadership & Industry Engagement

A passionate advocate for responsible innovation and thought leadership, Archana serves on several prominent advisory boards, including the CISO Executive Initiative and the editorial board of the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Engineering. She is a frequent keynote speaker and panelist at global conferences, where she shares her perspectives on topics such as data governance, AI ethics, and digital transformation strategy.

In her commitment to mentoring future technology leaders, Archana actively supports professional growth through platforms such as ADPList and Topmate, where she empowers emerging talent from around the world.

Recognition & Awards

Archana’s professional excellence has been recognized globally. She has served as a judge for leading international award programs including the Stevie Awards, Globee Awards, Virtual Enterprises International, Brandon Hall Awards, and the Business Intelligence Group Awards, lending her expertise in evaluating excellence across technology, AI, and innovation.

Her achievements include:

• Women of Excellence Award 2024 – Indian Achievers Forum
• Most Inspirational Global Technology and Data Strategy Executive 2025 – CTODAY
• Top 0.1% Industry Expert – Topmate
• Multiple Gold and Silver Excellence Awards – Citigroup and ANZ Banking Group
• Featured in “Future Shapers: Influential Leaders to Follow in 2024” and “Most Admired Personalities in 2025” – Insights Success
• Unilever India Nationwide STEM Scholarship Awardee

Public Presence & Media Features

Archana is a recognized Forbes Technology Council Executive, LinkedIn Top Voice for IT Strategy, and respected author and mentor. Her work and leadership have been spotlighted in major publications including Global Banking and Finance Review, Tech Times, Financial Express, and International Business Australia, where she is known for setting new standards in data governance and AI transformation.

Academic and Professional Credentials

Archana holds a Doctorate in Innovation and Technology from the University of Azteca, a Master’s in Technology from Monash University, Australia, and advanced certifications in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from MIT. She is a Royal Fellow at IOASD, SAS Eminent Fellow, Life Fellow at IETE, and Research Fellow at SCRS and Threws.

Social Impact

Deeply committed to social responsibility, Archana sponsors education and nutrition programs for underprivileged children in India and actively supports the aspirations of young women in sports and public service. Her career reflects a fusion of technical depth, visionary leadership, and an enduring commitment to ethical, inclusive, and impactful change.