Our Board of Advisors

Rob Mitchell is the co-founder and CEO of FT Longitude, a leading global provider of thought leadership and content marketing services to multinational clients. In 2018, Rob secured investment for Longitude from the Financial Times Group and, in 2022, Longitude became a fully owned subsidiary of the FT Group. Rob continues to work with clients on their strategy for thought leadership, messaging and corporate narrative, helping them to create distinctive positioning that sets them apart in a highly competitive landscape. Prior to co-founding Longitude, Rob held a senior editorial role at the Economist Intelligence Unit, and prior to that he edited sponsored reports for the Financial Times, including the Mastering Management series. Rob has an MA in Classics from Oxford University and a Non-executive Director Diploma from the Financial Times.

Shankar Iyer is an entrepreneurial leader and fintech pioneer, renowned for building and scaling high-performing businesses on a global scale. As the Founder and CEO of Viteos, which he successfully sold to Intertrust, Shankar brings unparalleled expertise in operational excellence and innovation within the investment operations industry. Most recently, he served as the CEO of Intertrust Group, a Dutch publicly listed leader in corporate and fund administration, overseeing over 4,000 employees across 30+ countries. He later led the successful sale of Intertrust to CSC, a global leader based in Delaware, USA.

Sandip Sahota is an award-winning leader in data strategy, governance, and analytics, with over 27 years of experience driving enterprise transformation. As a former Chief Data and Analytics Officer at leading institutions including Bank of Montreal, Bank of New York, CPP Investments, and Morgan Stanley, he has built high-impact data capabilities that unlock business value. Recognized among Canada’s Top 50 Tech Leaders, Sandip is known for turning complex data challenges into clear, actionable strategies.

A seasoned data and AI leader, Dr. Dasgupta brings decades of experience from top global firms including Amazon, Viacom, McKinsey, and Saatchi & Saatchi. He has led transformative initiatives across the Media and Entertainment space, working with giants like Disney, Warner Bros., and Sony Pictures. Currently based in Los Angeles, he also serves as an Adjunct Professor at USC’s Marshall School of Business. Dr. Dasgupta’s strategic insights and hands-on expertise make him a powerful addition to our advisory board.