Sumedha Adavade

Head of IT GRC- APAC - First Abu Dhabi Bank | AI Strategist | Cybersecurity Expert, First Abu Dhabi Bank

Innovation, AI/ML & Technology | AI in Banking and Payments, Risk Management, Future of Work

Sumedha Adavade

Biography

Sumedha Adavade is a global banking leader, AI strategist, and founder of CyberConnectLead, a platform that curates and vets trusted cybersecurity vendors for CXOs. With over 18 years of experience in banking and financial services across seven APAC countries, Sumedha brings a unique blend of corporate leadership, technology expertise, and entrepreneurial vision. She is a sought-after speaker on AI, Agentic AI, AI Governance, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Leadership Resilience, known for translating complex technology and risk concepts into actionable strategies that resonate with both business and technical audiences. Drawing from real-world case studies and her leadership journey, Sumedha inspires professionals to embrace innovation while maintaining governance and resilience. Her storytelling approach blends technical depth with practical insights, making her sessions engaging, thought-provoking, and highly applicable. Sumedha empowers leaders to navigate disruption confidently in an AI-driven world.

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