Finastra Executive and Leadership Team

Shivani Thanalapati, the Lead Finance Business Partner & Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CRO at Finastra, manages the financial planning and analytical rigor required to support revenue-generating operations. Overseeing the fiscal health of the CRO division, the Lead Finance Business Partner & Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CRO ensures that budgetary allocations align with strategic growth objectives in lending and banking software. This leadership role involves providing critical financial insights to the executive team to facilitate informed decision-making regarding product investment and market expansion. By monitoring financial performance metrics and optimizing cost structures, Shivani Thanalapati directly impacts the profitability and sustainability of the company's commercial initiatives. The Lead Finance Business Partner & Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CRO coordinates with cross-functional leaders to maintain fiscal discipline across global operations. Through precise financial modeling and strategic oversight, Thanalapati secures the resources necessary for the organization to continue delivering innovative financial technology solutions.

Don Baptiste, the Chief Operating Officer at Finastra, directs the internal infrastructure and operational efficiency required to support global financial software delivery. Overseeing the integration of complex business processes, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that internal systems align with the needs of banks and lenders utilizing the company's core banking and payment platforms. This leadership role involves streamlining cross-functional workflows to enhance service reliability across international markets. By optimizing resource allocation and operational scalability, Don Baptiste directly impacts the ability of the organization to maintain high-performance standards for financial institutions. The Chief Operating Officer manages the execution of strategic initiatives that drive long-term stability and operational excellence. Through rigorous oversight of internal business units, Baptiste secures the foundational strength necessary for the company to remain a leader in the competitive financial technology sector while supporting diverse client requirements.

Keith Redding, the Chief Revenue Officer, Universal Banking at Finastra, drives the commercial strategy and market expansion for the universal banking portfolio. Overseeing the sales and client engagement teams, the Chief Revenue Officer, Universal Banking ensures that financial institutions receive tailored software solutions for core banking and digital transformation. This leadership role involves identifying growth opportunities within the global banking sector and aligning product offerings with evolving market demands. By fostering strong relationships with major financial entities, Keith Redding directly impacts the revenue trajectory and market penetration of the company. The Chief Revenue Officer, Universal Banking manages the strategic alignment of sales efforts with the broader mission of providing secure, reliable financial technology. Through consistent focus on client success and market expansion, Redding secures the financial health of the universal banking division while maintaining a competitive edge in the rapidly changing landscape of modern financial services.

Boaz Krelbaum, the Chief Technology Officer & General Manager, Payments (Israel) at Finastra, architects the technological roadmap and oversees the development of secure payment processing solutions. Overseeing the engineering teams in the region, the Chief Technology Officer & General Manager, Payments (Israel) ensures that the company's payment software meets the highest standards of reliability and performance for global financial institutions. This leadership role involves driving innovation in artificial intelligence and financial messaging to modernize payment infrastructure. By managing the technical lifecycle of payment products, Boaz Krelbaum directly impacts the efficiency and security of transactions for clients worldwide. The Chief Technology Officer & General Manager, Payments (Israel) coordinates with global product teams to integrate advanced technology into the broader software portfolio. Through technical leadership and operational management, Krelbaum secures the company's position at the forefront of the payments industry while fostering a culture of continuous technological advancement.

Sarah Stills, the Global L Risk Management Chief of Staff at Finastra, directs the strategic risk mitigation frameworks that protect the company's mission-critical financial software. Overseeing the alignment of risk management policies with global operational standards, the Global L Risk Management Chief of Staff ensures that the organization maintains compliance and security across all lending and banking platforms. This leadership role involves coordinating with the executive team to identify potential vulnerabilities and implementing robust safeguards to protect client data and financial integrity. By fostering a culture of risk awareness and operational resilience, Sarah Stills directly impacts the stability and trustworthiness of the company's service offerings. The Global L Risk Management Chief of Staff manages the integration of risk-based decision-making into the product development lifecycle. Through diligent oversight and strategic planning, Stills secures the long-term viability of the company's operations in a complex and highly regulated global financial environment.

Michael Kinney, the Chief Revenue Officer, Retail Lending at Finastra, drives the commercial strategy and market adoption of loan origination and servicing software. Overseeing the retail lending sales division, the Chief Revenue Officer, Retail Lending ensures that credit unions and lenders utilize the company's technology to modernize their mortgage and consumer lending operations. This leadership role involves expanding the market footprint of the lending portfolio through targeted sales initiatives and strategic partnerships. By aligning product capabilities with the specific needs of retail lenders, Michael Kinney directly impacts the revenue growth and market share of the lending business unit. The Chief Revenue Officer, Retail Lending manages the sales pipeline and client acquisition strategies to support the company's broader mission of financial modernization. Through consistent focus on customer success and market expansion, Kinney secures the financial performance of the retail lending division while maintaining a competitive advantage in the financial technology sector.

Madhavan Sowriraajan, the Associate Software Engineer at Finastra, develops and maintains the codebases that power the company's core banking and financial messaging solutions. Overseeing the implementation of specific software features, the Associate Software Engineer ensures that the technical requirements of financial institutions are met with precision and reliability. This leadership role involves collaborating with senior engineering teams to optimize software performance and integrate new functionalities into the existing product suite. By contributing to the development of secure and scalable code, Madhavan Sowriraajan directly impacts the quality and functionality of the software delivered to global clients. The Associate Software Engineer manages the technical execution of assigned development tasks to support the company's commitment to innovation. Through diligent coding practices and technical problem-solving, Sowriraajan secures the integrity of the company's software infrastructure while supporting the ongoing modernization of financial operations for banks and credit unions.