Avinash Shamdasani is a consultant and the former Global Head of Trade and Transaction Reporting at BGC Group, where he led Regulatory Reporting Operations and Quality Assurance. With an extensive portfolio that spans critical regulations such as MiFIR, EMIR, and SFTR, Avinash is an SME in reporting and compliance.

Avinash's career in the regulatory space includes pivotal roles at Bloomberg, UniCredit, Morgan Stanley, and Citi, where he has consistently driven excellence in regulatory reporting and compliance. His academic credentials include a Master of Science in Business and Management (MBM) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Strathclyde. His MBA thesis, titled “Potential Challenges faced by Investment Firms in Meeting Enhanced Transaction Reporting Obligations under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II),” underscores his deep expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Additionally, Avinash holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and a Diploma in Systems Management, further solidifying his comprehensive understanding of both business and technical aspects of regulatory compliance. Known for his strategic vision and meticulous approach, Avinash is dedicated to delivering robust regulatory solutions and driving transformational change within the financial services industry.