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Ryan Asim Kumar

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Executive for Data Management and Technology at Freelance
📍 City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Ryan is a seasoned executive specializing in data and AI technology, with extensive leadership experience across the financial services and telecommunications sectors. A graduate of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, he has a strong background in customer value management, business intelligence, and data analytics from his time at MTN and Absa Group.

He has a keen professional interest in major technology and consulting firms like Microsoft and Accenture, reflecting his focus on enterprise-level data solutions and platforms.

Unique fact: While at MTN, he was responsible for the strategy and management of the "Yellobucks" loyalty and rewards program.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Executive for Data Management and Technology
Job Level
Junior
Location
City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Customer Value Management
Held executive CVM roles at both MTN and Absa, focusing on customer analytics, retention strategies, and lifecycle management for millions of customers.
Data & AI Ecosystems
His current executive focus is on the complete data ecosystem, including warehousing, data platforms, governance, and leveraging AI for business intelligence.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
Executive for Data Management and Technology
Freelance
10-2021 - 8-2023
General Manager CVM (Customer Value Management)
MTN
5-2019 - 10-2021
Lead Strategy and Customer Value Propositions
Absa Group
1-2018 - 4-2019
Head Customer Value Management
Absa Group
9-2017 - 12-2017
Executive (Business Performance), Private Bank and Wealth Division
Barclays Africa Group Limited
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Education
1992 - 1996
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
University of KwaZulu-Natal
1987 - 1991
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Risecliff Secondary
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