Priyanka Das Honored as “Elite Woman Innovator in Robotics and Manufacturing Excellence” This trailblazing leader has carved a stellar career in the automotive manufacturing industry, combining technical expertise and innovative approaches to revolutionize processes. Priyanka Das’s contributions were recognized in 2025 when she was awarded the prestigious “Elite Woman Innovator in Robotics and Manufacturing Excellence” by CToday Awards. Her ability to lead complex projects, reduce cycle times, and drive collaboration across teams has positioned her as a standout leader in robotics and manufacturing. Career Journey: Transforming Automotive Manufacturing Priyanka’s passion for robotics and engineering began during her master’s in Electrical...

Sharmyn Powell Honored as “Most Empowering FinTech Leader of the Year 2025“ As a Director and Chief Risk Officer at the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Sharmyn Powell has been honored as the “Most Empowering FinTech Leader of the Year 2025” by CToday Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Sharmyn’s exceptional contributions to financial innovation, operational resilience, and strategic leadership, underscoring her pivotal role in advancing financial inclusion and digital transformation in the ECCU. Selected for Driving Impactful Change in FinTech and Risk ManagementSharmyn leads ECCB’s risk management and digital transformation strategies, steering initiatives to strengthen institutional resilience and promote financial...

Archana Pattabhi Honored as “Most Inspirational Global Technology and Data Strategy Executive of the Year 2025“ Archana Pattabhi, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk Technology, Personal Banking, and Wealth Management at Citigroup, has been named the “Most Inspirational Global Technology and Data Strategy Executive of the Year 2025” by CToday Awards. This prestigious accolade highlights Archana’s exceptional contributions to technology transformation, risk management, and data governance within highly regulated environments, underscoring her pivotal role in advancing operational resilience and innovation. Driving Impactful Change in Enterprise Risk and Data StrategyArchana is a Senior Vice President at Citigroup  Enterprise Risk and Data...

Steven Nasser Honored as “Most Exemplary Leader in Smart Solutions and Technology Integration“ Steven Nasser is the Chief Technology Officer of SABER and Chairman of the IRF MENA Committee, International Road Federation – Global. This visionary leader has forged an impressive career by collaborating with multi-level stakeholders to develop policies, implement innovative technologies, and deliver next-gen business models in the US and UAE. Steven’s contributions were recognized in 2025 with prestigious accolades, including the “Most Exemplary Leader in Smart Solutions and Technology Integration” by CToday Awards. His ability to align technology with business objectives has earned him widespread respect as...

Aparna Krishna Bhat Honored as “Innovative Leader in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation – 2025“ As a Senior Analyst at EY (Ernst & Young), USA, Aparna Krishna Bhat has been recognized as the “Innovative Leader in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation – 2025” by CToday Awards. This esteemed accolade highlights Aparna’s groundbreaking work in AI and her transformative contributions to digital innovation across diverse industries, including financial services, transportation, and e-commerce. Selected for Pioneering AI-Driven Digital TransformationAparna’s journey began during her undergraduate studies at the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO, Goa), where she worked on the Autonomous Vertical Profiler for...

Zaid Thanawala Honored as “Top Sustainability Strategist of the Year 2025“ As the Senior Sustainability Scientist at Amazon, Zaid Thanawala has been recognized as the “Top Sustainability Strategist of the Year 2025” by CToday Awards. This esteemed accolade celebrates Zaid’s decade-long contributions to advancing environmental sustainability, fostering innovation, and driving meaningful change across diverse industries. A Journey Shaped by Experience and PassionZaid’s journey into sustainability was ignited in 2009 during an internship with the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation of India. Witnessing the environmental impact of gas flaring at a natural gas refining plant left a lasting impression, instilling in...