Sekura.id, a global leader in mobile identity verification and a GSMA Open Gateway Channel Partner, has announced the appointment of Harmeen Mehta, an internationally acclaimed technology strategist and innovator, as its new Advisor.
With an impressive career that spans industries such as aviation, investment banking, and telecommunications, Harmeen has worked in over 40 countries. Her expertise lies in leveraging advanced technologies to address business challenges and deliver future-oriented solutions.
Before joining BT, Harmeen was the Group CIO and Head of Cloud & Security Business at Bharti Airtel, where she drove digital transformation, led engineering and IT initiatives, and spearheaded the development of new revenue streams. Her prior executive roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, BBVA, and HSBC further highlight her depth of experience. Harmeen’s focus on Neural Networks and AI has earned her accolades, including the Women of the Decade in Innovation & Leadership Award from the Women Economic Forum and the prestigious MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award.
Harmeen’s approach to innovation centres on staying ahead in an ever-changing digital landscape. Her vision aligns with Sekura.id’s mission to expand its Open Gateway initiatives, which aim to transform traditional telecom operators into technology-driven companies.
“In today’s world of ever more rapid technological advancements, establishing true identity is the cornerstone for individuals and organisations to harness innovation safely and securely while protecting customer rights,” said Harmeen. “I am deeply passionate about the transformative power of identity and Sekura.id’s pivotal role in this space. My focus will include expanding Open Gateway APIs as a vital new revenue stream for telcos, while also ensuring mobile identity solutions reach a broader audience, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital age.”
Mark Harvey, CEO of Sekura.id, shared his thoughts: “Harmeen is a highly esteemed technologist, and I have held her in the highest regard since our first meeting at Bharti Airtel. Her unparalleled global expertise and passion for mobile identity made her an obvious choice as a strategic advisor for Sekura.id. I can think of no one with greater drive, enthusiasm, and commitment to advancing the mobile identity industry as a whole.”
This appointment further solidifies Sekura.id’s leadership in mobile identity innovation. With Harmeen’s guidance, the company is poised to develop secure, scalable identity solutions that empower businesses, telecommunications providers, and consumers around the globe.