About

Balkrishna (Bala) Singhania is an experienced executive with a passion for analytics and decision-making. As the EVP and Head of Digital at HDFC Life, he is responsible for driving the company's digital strategy and ensuring that it stays ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of technology. With over 4 years of relevant experience, Balkrishna has a strong background in advanced analytics, customer analytics, data analytics, and business intelligence. He has worked in a variety of industries, including retail banking, credit cards, fintech, edutech, retail, CPG, and industrial products. Balkrishna is a graduate of Purdue University, where he earned an MS degree. He also holds an Integrated MS degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and has completed an online certificate program at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. Throughout his career, Balkrishna has been passionate about using quantitative methods to solve real-life problems and promote data-driven decision-making. He is particularly interested in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), and is currently managing an AI Acceleration team within PwC's office in India. Balkrishna is a natural leader who enjoys building and leading high-performing teams. He believes in creating a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages problem-solving and execution. He is also committed to ensuring that the solutions his team develops have a human angle, taking into account the potential impact on people and society. Overall, Balkrishna is a talented and experienced executive with a passion for analytics and technology. He is committed to staying at the forefront of his field and using his skills and knowledge to drive innovation and growth for his company.