Sumeet Chabria ThoughtLinks CEO and Founder
Sumeet Chabria is the CEO and Founder of ThoughtLinks. an American banking executive, AI and technology strategist, and enterprise transformation advisor.
Sumeet Chabria, CEO and Founder
THOUGHTLINKS LEADERSHIP
AI and Technology Strategist and Enterprise Transformation Advisor for Banks and Capital Markets
Sumeet Chabria is the CEO and Founder of ThoughtLinks. He is an American banking executive, AI and technology strategist, and enterprise transformation advisor. He advises Fortune 500 banks and capital markets firms.
With decades of C-suite leadership at Bank of America and HSBC, Sumeet brings a rare combination of operating scale, strategic clarity, and transformation leadership to Fortune 500 financial institutions.
As Founder and CEO of ThoughtLinks, Sumeet helps Fortune 500 financial institutions accelerate enterprise transformation, AI integration, and innovation by rewiring operating models, modernizing at scale, optimizing global delivery, and navigating disruption with measurable outcomes.
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AI, Tech Strategy and Enterprise Transformation Advisor for Banking and Capital Markets
ThoughtLinks CEO Sumeet Chabria leads a senior-only team advising the C-suite on enterprise transformation, grounded in execution, tailored to complexity, and focused on outcomes. From cost transformation and governance to AI strategy and digital operating models, Sumeet partners with industry leaders navigating high-stakes change.
"I founded ThoughtLinks to tackle the accelerating pace of innovation and rising complexity in banking and capital markets head-on by bringing together seasoned advisors who’ve led global technology and operations at scale and deeply understand C-suite realities. Our senior team helps clients clearly define success, identify actionable trends, and connect strategic business needs with best-in-class solutions, next-gen technology, and top talent across the financial services ecosystem. It’s practical and curated without relying on cookie-cutter playbooks.”
Why Sumeet Chabria Founded ThoughtLinks
Leadership in Global Banking Technology
Prior to founding ThoughtLinks, Sumeet served as Global COO for Technology and Operations and Head of Global Business Services at Bank of America. He led 50,000 people and provided oversight to a 90,000-person organization across transformation spanning development, infrastructure, operations, and enterprise services at scale.
Before Bank of America, Sumeet spent 24 years at HSBC in the U.S. and Europe. As Global CIO of Banking and Markets, he launched and led "One HSBC," a global modernization of the firm’s securities and wealth platforms. His leadership has shaped both institutional and consumer divisions, spanning strategy, technology, and workforce design.
Sumeet’s Leadership Roles and Industry Impact in Banking and Capital Markets
Strategic Advisory Roles
As CEO of ThoughtLinks, Sumeet also serves in key industry advisory roles. He is:
Senior Advisor, Genesis Global – Advises Genesis on driving AI and technology innovation in capital markets, accelerating platform adoption and strategic industry partnerships.
Strategic Advisor, Accenture Luminary Program – Advises global banking executives on emerging technology trends, AI strategies, and digital transformation.
His advisory expertise includes technology strategy, technology modernization, AI-enabled business models, operating model design, and enterprise-wide innovation.
Faculty Appointments
Sumeet is a faculty member at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College, where he is an industry expert in CMU’s Chief Information and Digital Officer Programs, teaching digital transformation and AI strategy to executive-level CIOs and CDOs.
Board Roles
He serves on the Board of the Liberty Science Center (LSC) and is a Trustee of SciTech Scity—a $450 million innovation campus focused on healthcare and planetary sustainability.
Sumeet also contributes to U.S. policy and regulatory conversations, having served on the Harvard Kennedy School’s Responsible AI Council. Earlier in his career, he consulted at leading institutions like Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse.
Recognition and Industry Impact
Sumeet led HSBC to win the Euromoney Technology Award and was named one of Business Insider’s 100 People Transforming Business. He frequently speaks at global forums on AI, risk, and innovation in financial services.
Education and Commitment to Innovation in AI and Tech
Sumeet holds two master’s degrees, in management and technology, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Stony Brook University, where he delivered the 2020 commencement address.
He has completed executive programs at the University of Michigan’s Ross School, IMD Lausanne, and London Business School. His interest in AI began with his master’s thesis on expert systems, and today continues through boardroom-level AI governance and workforce readiness.
Sumeet’s Expertise in Enterprise Transformation and AI Strategy
AI Strategy & Business Model Reinvention – Helping financial institutions scale AI and GenAI responsibly—anchored in business value and strategic clarity
Cost Transformation & Operating Model Design – Driving productivity, efficiency, and agility through modernized delivery and infrastructure
Risk, Governance & Regulatory Alignment – Establishing frameworks for embedding AI, operational risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Workforce Strategy & Future Talent Models – Designing talent ecosystems across in-house, vendor, and partner models
Digital & Innovation Ecosystem Navigation – Offering C-suite executives insights into fintech, emerging enterprise platforms, and evolving banking technology models.
Press and Media Featuring Sumeet Chabria
ThoughtLinks to focus services exclusively on enterprise AI strategy
Sumeet Chabria joins Executive Education team at Carnegie Mellon University Heinz College
Mistakes made by firms during digital tech transformations, according to Sumeet Chabria
BofA contributes $1M to LSC’s SciTech Scity, joins founding corporate sponsors
HSBC seeks new investment banking CIO as Sumeet Chabria leaves
Podcasts & Events Featuring Sumeet Chabria
Episode 1; June 10, 2025 - Disrupting the Way We Work and Live Through AI with Sumeet Chabria In this premiere episode of Disruption Lab, host Patrick Leddin sits down with Sumeet Chabria, Founder and CEO of ThoughtLinks. They delve into the current AI revolution, discussing its impact on industries, the workforce, and daily life. Sumeet emphasizes the importance of responsible AI adoption, aligning technology with business objectives, and preparing for the future of work. This timely conversation offers listeners a roadmap to navigate and harness the power of AI-driven disruption.
The American Banker Podcast
April 10, 2023
In this episode, “There’s an opportunity now to refresh and rethink risk management,” Sumeet shares his perspectives in the wake of the failures of Silvergate Capital, Silicon Valley Bank, and Signature Bank.Accenture AI Leaders Podcast with Keri Smith Episode 61; Jun 11, 2024
Discussing how banks are leveraging GenAI to improve service delivery and efficiency, with a focus on governance and riskThe Future Is Now at Society of the Four Arts Monday, December 11, 2023
Sumeet discusses the revolutionary promise and risks of AI in healthcare and longevity—and how to govern it responsibly.
NIST Explainable AI Workshop January 26, 2021
Panelist on the role of explainable AI in building trustworthy AI systems.
Stony Brook University Commencement Speaker May 22, 2020
Artificial Intelligence in Government (White House AI Summit)
September 9, 2019NASSCOM Tech Series
Mumbai, India – June 28, 2019American Banker AI Conference
Austin, Texas – September 27, 2018Waters USA Conference
New York, NY – December 4, 2017