Prasanna Lohar

CEO

Future Transformation

Prasanna Lohar Profile Designation – CEO Future Transformation President India Blockchain Forum | Bank Advisor , Fintech Mentor and Investor Award Winning CXO Banker, Digital Architect, Industry Innovator, Board Member, Fintech Influencer, Startup Mentor, Leadership Coach, Bank Advisor Prasanna Lohar is National SME for DLT, Blockchain, CBDC & Digital Assets, Open Banking , Cyber Security , Payments , App Modernization and Digital Public Infra. He is Advisor for Banks, Fintech Bigtech , Policy makers, Government, Enterprises , Investors and Deeptech& Fintech. He is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in the banking and financial technology sector. With a background spanning across various domains such as organization strategy, leadership development, and emerging technologies, Prasanna has established himself as a trusted advisor to both Bank, BigTech , Fintech and Government bodies. 24+ Yrs of experience at all levels, Engineering, Management, and Innovation as CXO. I have worked Globally for Banks, Fintech, Micro-Finance, Engineering, and Multi-National companies for Digital & Architecture Transformation. He is closely associated with cutting-edge technology adoption Strategy, Assimilation, Experimentation, Innovative Customer Servicing & Engagement, Robust Architecture Implementation, Fintech & Start-up Alignment, Open Innovation practices, Ecosystem Collaboration with Govt, BigTech , Fintech , Banks , Academia. His expertise extends to areas like digital transformation, fintech, and open banking, where he has played a pivotal role in designing innovative business models and driving strategic initiatives. Prasanna's passion for technology and his commitment to driving organizational growth make him a valuable asset in any professional setting. Prasanna have worked into Banking and Finance at Multiple Geography– Asia , Middle-East , Europe , United Kingdom . Represented India’s Blockchain and Fintech Perspective at various International Events. He has performed Various Role at DCB Bank, Chief Digital officer , Innovation Officer , Technical Architect , Digital Channels Head He has Worked 360 degrees in Banking Ecosystem as Banker Fintech and Technology Architect and Payment Expert ( DCB Bank, Worldline & Mastek UK) He has conducted 500+ Future Transformation Advisory sessions for Regulator, Academia and Banking Ecosystem. He has been thought leaders on Digital Transformation, Innovation, Cloud Computing, Security & Audit, Artificial Intelligence Web 3.0, Blockchain, Payment, Banking, and Metaverse. Successfully nurtured Innovation Carnival at 20+ Cities, 100+ Academia Colleges, 5000+ Startups Connects, 40+ Hackathons, 25+ Innovation Expo Event and 50+ National and International Events. He is Mentor / Member Contribution to National Strategy and Committees with ICC, FICCI, MEITY , IAMAI, IDRBT , India Fintech Forum , Bankchain , Association of Emerging Technologies India to promote emerging technology-based education. Served as CEO at Block Stack , India for Building Next-Gen Banking Platforms for Web 3 World and CIO at Diamante Blockchain INC , USA. A President at India Blockchain Forum with a vision to make India a global hub for Blockchain and Web 3.0. Participated at National, State, and international level Forums for Blockchain Adoption . He has Worked on many national use Cases as Advisor at various State Govt like TS Govt , Orissa , Rajasthan , Mentor at Kerala Blockchain Academy Speaker at Many National and International Forums. Currently Working for his own initiatives • Finnovation – Innovation & Transformation Consulting for Bank and Fintech • Innovation Carnival – Ecosystem lead innovation Program • FSV Lab – Blockchain Consulting • FSV Capital – Growth and Investment Firm for Deeptech. Currently He is practicing Blockchain & Deeptech Research, Digital Transformation, Innovation Implementation & Architecture Orchestration along with EY , Samsung Research India Bengaluru , Orissa and Rajsthan State Govt. He is Innovation Advisor to • Bank - Union Bank of India: Currently implementing Innovation strategy at 3rd Largest Bank in India , CBDC Initiatives • Fintech – Prodevans , WeGoFin, Digitap, BranchX , OMSAA • Web3 Companies – Layer 1 X, Zoniqx , Ryzer , SimplyFy,Chaincode Consulting , NeoBrix.io