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Ashok R Narayana, PMP CSM has over 20 years of work experience, demonstrating a strong background in technology enablement, digital transformation, and program management. Currently serving as the Head of Technology Enablement at Hudson Insurance Group, Ashok is responsible for driving technology initiatives and ensuring successful implementation.

Prior to their current role, Ashok held various leadership positions at TD and BNY Mellon. At TD, they served as the VP of Technology Owner, where they played a pivotal role in technology enablement and digital transformation. During their tenure at BNY Mellon, Ashok held the position of Senior VP, overseeing technology delivery, client onboarding, and digital transformation. Ashok R successfully executed major technology initiatives, modernized application platforms, and improved client experience.

Before joining BNY Mellon, Ashok gained extensive experience at Becton Dickinson as a Program/Project Manager. Ashok R led cross-functional teams and managed all aspects of analysis, design, development, testing, and vendor management for Diabetes Management Software.

Moreover, Ashok has a solid foundation in project management and quality assurance from their previous role at CenturyLink, where they served as a Manager/Lead.

Overall, Ashok's experience showcases their expertise in technology enablement, digital transformation, program management, client onboarding, and improving client experience across various industries.

Ashok R Narayana, PMP CSM, has a diverse educational background with a focus on digital transformation and project management. In 2021-2022, they attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, studying Digital Transformation with a focus on AI, IoT, Cloud, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity.

They also pursued further education in Software Project Management at the University of California, Irvine Division of Continuing Education, although the exact timeframe is not specified.

Additionally, Ashok holds advanced degrees from Osmania University, including a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and a Master of Science (MS), although the fields of study for these degrees are not provided.

In terms of certifications, Ashok obtained the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification from Scrum Alliance in September 2013, and the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute in August 2011. They have also earned additional certifications in Digital Transformation in Business from the University of Maryland in November 2021 and Automation essentials from WorkFusion in September 2021.