Dr. John Mathews is a leading authority on anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance, with over two decades at HDFC AMC as EVP and Head of Corporate Client Services.

He pioneered initiatives such as India’s first unified digital KYC model and the MF Central aggregator platform, while also serving on key national AML committees.

With a doctorate in AML enforcement from the University of Hertfordshire (UK) and global recognition as a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Dr. Mathews continues to advise financial institutions, regulators, and boards on AML/CFT strategy and training.

Mr. Sujit Prasad is the former Executive Director at SEBI and a career regulator with over 30 years of experience, including time at SEBI and the RBI

He brings expertise in market regulation, risk management, surveillance, and securities issuance, and has served on the boards of IFSCA and NISM, as well as global regulatory committees.

As Founding Partner of SPRV Consultants, he now advises across broking, asset management, AIFs, corporates, capital structuring, and GIFT City.

Mr. Ravi Varanasi brings over 27 years of experience at the National Stock Exchange of India, where he served as Group President and Chief Business Development Officer.

He previously led NSE’s regulatory function for 11 years and later drove business development for a decade, spearheading product innovation, surveillance frameworks, and market growth. Ravi played a pivotal role in establishing NSE-SGX Connect, NSE International Exchange, International Clearing Corporation, and the International Bullion Exchange in GIFT City.

Now a Founding Partner at SPRV Consultants and a Fellow of the Institute of Directors, he continues to advise on governance, regulatory strategy, and capital market innovation.