Vice President, Project Management Officer
Vandana Desikan is an accomplished project management leader with extensive experience in financial services, digital transformation, and strategic execution. As Head of the Project Management Office (PMO) at City First Bank, she leads enterprise-wide initiatives that advance business priorities, enhance governance, and strengthen operational performance.
Vandana is recognized for her thought leadership in program governance and execution excellence, providing strategic insights that inform executive decision-making and board-level reporting. She has been instrumental in establishing the PMO framework at City First Bank, driving measurable improvements in project success rates and operational efficiency while ensuring transparency through executive dashboards and performance reporting.
With career spanning advisory roles for global banks and community development lenders, Vandana brings deep expertise in technology investments, risk management, and enterprise transformation. Her collaborative and analytical approach bridges technical and business perspectives to deliver results aligned with organizational goals.
Outside of work, Vandana enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring new cultures experiences that continue to inspire creativity and broaden her perspective as a leader.