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Michael Belafi

@michaelbelafi

Client analytics VP at BNP PARIBAS who drove AI initiatives improving productivity by 18%.

At BNP PARIBAS, I lead Client Analytics and shape strategy for the Americas Corporate Client franchise, supporting executive decisions for a $2B+ revenue portfolio. I’ve advanced AI-enabled initiatives that improved productivity by 18% and strengthened governance over analytics, reporting, and data quality.

Earlier at BNP PARIBAS, I delivered analytics transformation and developed enterprise headcount and P&L analytics solutions. In Enterprise Data Management, I directed data governance and controls, including data certification frameworks and oversight of a team across three locations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Client Strategy & Head of Client Analytics, VP

Current

BNP Paribas

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Owned strategic planning and financial forecasting for the Americas Corporate Client franchise, supporting a $2B+ revenue portfolio. Led the Client Analytics organization and championed AI-enabled transformation across Global Banking.

Strategic Planning Financial Forecasting Data Driven Segmentation Account Planning Commercial Prioritization Client Analytics AI advanced analytics Governance Data Quality

Data Analytics Project Lead, VP

BNP Paribas

Mar 2021 - Nov 2024 (3 years 8 months)

Delivered the Analytics Transformation roadmap for the Americas COO organization, driving strategic data, reporting, and digital initiatives. Led development of enterprise Headcount and P&L analytics solutions and managed cross-functional initiatives.

Analytics Transformation Data Analysis Reporting Digital Initiatives Headcount Analysis P&L management Cross functional management Vendor Management Automation Digitalization Pitchbook

Head of Data Controls & Data Trace IHC, VP

BNP Paribas

May 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 10 months)

Oversaw a team of 9 employees across 3 locations providing enterprise data controls, governance, and risk management. Directed development of data governance processes and established enterprise Data Certification and Attestation frameworks.

Data Governance Data Control Risk Management Data Certification Attestation Regulatory Compliance Data Quality Data Integrity Audit Trade Data Traceability

Financial Analyst Consultant

Norton Rose Fulbright

Mar 2016 - May 2017 (1 year 2 months)

Supported the firm's FP&A function by enhancing financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis through process automation and SAP reporting improvements.

Financial Reporting Forecasting Performance Analysis Process Automation SAP

Senior Consultant

Deloitte

Sep 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 3 months)

Led national transformation initiatives supporting Deloitte Canada's audit practice, including outsourcing strategy, process optimization, analytics enablement, and technology adoption.

Transformation Outsourcing Strategy Process Optimization Analytics technology adoption

Senior Auditor

Deloitte

Sep 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years 2 months)

Delivered audit and advisory engagements across financial services, public companies, technology, and public sector clients, developing expertise in financial reporting, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.

Audit Advisory Financial Reporting Risk Assessment Regulatory Compliance Client Advisory