Bhavesh Senedhun
@bhaveshsenedhun
Executive leader with extensive experience in technology and FinTech.
What I'm looking for
I am an executive leader with over 19 years of global experience in technology, FinTech, blockchain, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. As the CTO and Director General at IZNES, I successfully led the platform's growth to €28 billion in assets under administration. My role involved directing multiple Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) experiments with the Central Bank of France and the European Central Bank, showcasing my expertise in regulatory compliance and infrastructure modernization.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to build and lead high-performance global teams. I integrated advanced AI systems, including large language models and natural language processing, into core business use cases, ensuring our platform was modernized for scale and compliance. My leadership has been pivotal in aligning technology architecture with regulatory standards such as MiFID II and GDPR, while also fostering partnerships and strategic fundraising initiatives that raised $75 million across various funding rounds.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
IZNES
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Integrated Artificial Intelligence – LLM (Large Language Models), vector databases, NLP (Natural Language Processing) and RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) – into 3 core use cases and modernized the platform for scale and compliance. Managed teams in Paris, Barcelona, and Hyderabad; aligned architecture to MiFID II and GDPR.
Director General
IZNES
Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)
Led corporate governance, partnerships, and strategic fundraising ($75M across pre-Series A to B). Oversaw operational excellence, cross-border compliance, and board engagement. Managed stakeholder relations and built trusted alliances with financial institutions across EU, North America and GCC.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
IZNES
Jan 2020 - Jan 2024 (4 years)
Directed global tech strategy during scale-up from startup to
28B in AUA. Oversaw the entire SAAS platform buildout and deployment of the world’s first funds marketplace on blockchain. Directed 2020 and 2024 CBDC experiments with Banque de France and the European Central Bank, achieving blockchain interoperability between IZNES, DL3S, and Société Générale-FORGE.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Pulsar Connect
Mar 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)
Built SAAS platform for institutional fund analysis and rating with AI-driven analytics. Led architecture and development of portals, document workflows, and onboarding flows. Integrated KYC/AML and security protocols for financial institutions.
Technical Director
Infoways
Feb 2014 - Present (11 years 6 months)
Led 60+ engineers across global delivery centers. Executed IT modernization for enterprise clients in finance. Delivered cloud migration, regulatory-compliant systems.
IT Solutions Architect & Digital Marketing Director
Princeton Web Systems
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 7 months)
Designed web infrastructure and marketing platforms for regional clients. Implemented CMS and analytics solutions for SEO/SEM optimization. Oversaw uptime SLAs and UI/UX improvements.
Co-founder & Technical Lead
Battery Provider
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 7 months)
Co-founded e-commerce startup, scaled to $3.5M revenue. Developed full-stack system and advertising integrations (Google, Facebook, Bing). Managed product, ops, and infrastructure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Université Panthéon-Sorbonne (Paris I)
MS in Management & Administration, Management & Administration
2022 -
Enrolled in a Master of Science program in Management and Administration. The curriculum covers strategic management, organizational behavior, and administrative practices.
University of Paris Sorbonne / IAE
MBA & Global Executive MBA, Business Administration
2022 -
Pursuing a dual MBA and Global Executive MBA program. This comprehensive program focuses on advanced business administration and global leadership strategies.
CNAM Paris
AMF Professional Certification for Financial Stakeholders, Financial Stakeholders
2021 - 2022
Acquired the AMF Professional Certification, demonstrating proficiency in financial regulations and market practices. This certification is essential for professionals in the financial sector.
Princeton University
BSE in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
2006 - 2010
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Gained foundational knowledge in engineering principles and their applications.
Université Panthéon Assas (Paris II)
BSc in IS & Network Management, IS & Network Management
2017 - 2019
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree specializing in Information Systems and Network Management. Developed expertise in managing and securing network infrastructures.
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