Her role involves leading a geographically dispersed team of 8, ensuring the program aligns with UBS’s goals while managing stakeholder expectations and vendor relations.
NEW YORK, NY, June 07, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Ipshita Ray has been recognized for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Ray has carved a distinguished career in the financial sector with a focus on anti-money laundering and financial crimes. Currently serving as an executive director at UBS since 2020, she oversees a transformation program critical to the bank’s strategic direction. Her role involves leading a geographically dispersed team of 8, ensuring the program aligns with UBS’s goals while managing stakeholder expectations and vendor relations. Prior to her tenure at UBS, Ms. Ray held progressively responsible positions at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), starting as a manager in 2016 before being promoted to senior manager in 2019. Her career began at Ernst & Young, where she evolved from an associate intern in 2010 to a senior consultant by 2015, after initially joining as a financial services office technology advisory program member in 2012.
Ms. Ray’s journey into the financial industry was preceded by significant academic achievements and early career experiences that laid the foundation for her expertise. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2008, followed by a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of California Santa Barbara in 2009 and a Master of Science in Management and Systems from New York University in 2012. These academic credentials were complemented by hands-on experience gained through internships at GEA WestfaliaSurge and IBM Global Services, along with her role as a graduate student researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
The depth of Ms. Ray’s knowledge is further evidenced by her certifications, including a Certificate in Entrepreneurship Essentials from Harvard Business School obtained in 2018 and her status as a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist through the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, where she is also a member. In addition, traveling internationally throughout her career has markedly influenced her perceptions of cultural differences, which she feels has enhanced her professional capabilities and contributed to her personal growth.
Ms. Ray attributes her professional success to her strong desire for independence and her passion for collaborative work. Her educational background and volunteer work through UBS and the Winter Wishes Program have played pivotal roles in equipping her with the skills necessary to lead high-impact projects and drive strategic initiatives within global financial institutions. She is particularly proud of the cohesive team she built at UBS and the progress they have made to reach the bank’s goals.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Ms. Ray enjoys a rich personal life filled with cultural experiences such as attending Broadway shows and museums, indulging in wine tasting, traveling extensively, reading widely, engaging in photography, and appreciating music. These interests reflect her well-rounded character and contribute to her holistic approach to leadership and management.
Looking ahead, Ms. Ray aims to further her career by aspiring to attain a managing director position within UBS or another prestigious organization. She seeks to broaden her impact by managing multiple programs across various stakeholders and businesses on an international scale, leveraging her extensive experience and passion for fostering collaborative environments to achieve greater success.
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