# Biren Parekh > Biren Parekh is a keynote speaker, leadership coach, author, and technology transformation leader based in India, with nearly 30 years of experience across banking, financial services (BFSI), project management, and digital transformation. He has been rated among the "Top 25 thinkers on Project Management" and "Top 50 thinkers in Fintech" on Thinkers360, is the author of *Supercharge Your Project Management Skills*, and delivers keynotes, masterclasses, and panel discussions to organizations worldwide. ## About - Nearly 30 years of experience in project management, BFSI/banking technology, digital transformation, and sustainability (ESG). - Current and past roles: Director at CRISIL Limited (2022–present), Vice President at Intellect Design Arena (2013–2022), Assistant Vice President at Barclays (2011–2013), Senior Project Manager at Oracle (1997–2011). - Delivers keynotes, masterclasses, and panels; lectures at institutions such as IIT and IIM; speaks in both English and Hindi. - Leadership roles include Ethics Chair of PMI Mumbai Chapter (2025–26), PMI Global Sustainability Champion, and Senior Champion for the PMI South Asia Champions program. - Also a marathoner and adventure-sports enthusiast. ## Core Pages - [Home](https://www.birenparekh.com/): Overview of Biren Parekh as keynote speaker, leadership coach, and technology transformation leader. - [About](https://www.birenparekh.com/about-me): Full biography, career history, speaking engagements, and professional affiliations. - [Expertise](https://www.birenparekh.com/expertise): Core focus areas — Project Management, Finance & Banking, Digital Transformation, and Sustainability (ESG). - [Awards](https://www.birenparekh.com/awards): Recognitions and honors. - [Contact](https://www.birenparekh.com/contact): Enquiry form for speaking, coaching, and collaboration. - [Meeting Planner](https://www.birenparekh.com/meeting-planner): Resource for event organizers planning a keynote or session. ## Book - [Supercharge Your Project Management Skills](https://www.birenparekh.com/book): A practical guide drawing on nearly 30 years in project management — covering requirements gathering, team management, risk handling, and project governance. Complements standard PM guides by focusing on the everyday, practical side of the job. Biren is also co-author of *High Productivity Practices by Successful Leaders*. ## Media - [Podcasts](https://www.birenparekh.com/podcasts): Podcast appearances and series featuring Biren Parekh. - [Interviews](https://www.birenparekh.com/interviews): Recorded interviews on leadership, technology, and project management. - [Webinars](https://www.birenparekh.com/webinars): Webinar sessions and recordings. - [Videos](https://www.birenparekh.com/videos): Video talks and series. - [Blog](https://www.birenparekh.com/blogs): Articles and insights on leadership, technology, project management, and organizational growth. - [Gallery](https://www.birenparekh.com/gallery): Photo gallery of events and engagements. ## Connect - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/biren-parekh) - [X (Twitter)](https://x.com/iesporty) - [Instagram](https://instagram.com/ybirenp) - [YouTube](https://youtube.com/@birenparekh8432) ## Optional - [Privacy Policy](https://www.birenparekh.com/privacy-policy) - [Refund Policy](https://www.birenparekh.com/refund-policy) - [Sitemap](https://www.birenparekh.com/sitemap.xml)