The Drivers of DataBahn
Nanda Santhana stands at the helm of DataBahn as a visionary cybersecurity leader with over a decade of expertise in protecting enterprise information assets. His career is distinguished by an exceptional ability to anticipate emerging threats and architect innovative security solutions for our rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Before founding DataBahn, Nanda established his reputation at Securonix, where he led the implementation of transformative cybersecurity frameworks that redefined organizational security standards. This hands-on experience with enterprise-scale challenges informs DataBahn's approach to creating robust, adaptive solutions.
Beyond his executive role, Nanda serves as a board member at Sessions Guardians, reflecting his commitment to advancing cybersecurity practices across the industry.
At his core, Nanda approaches security not as a technical problem but as a business imperative. His leadership fuses strategic vision with technical mastery—transforming vulnerabilities into competitive advantages. Under his guidance, DataBahn isn't just building security tools; we're crafting digital confidence for organizations navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Nithya Nareshkumar brings electric energy and 15+ years of financial services expertise to her role as Co-CEO at DataBahn. Her career trajectory through industry titans DTCC and J.P. Morgan showcases her ability to transform challenges into breakthrough opportunities.
At these institutions, Nithya led mission-critical divisions, including Equity Clearing, Core Settlement, and Market Risk Technology—revolutionizing each through her signature blend of strategic vision and operational precision. This experience navigating complex data ecosystems in highly regulated industries now informs DataBahn's approach to solving universal data management challenges.
Nithya extends her influence as a board member at Sessions Guardians, where her governance insights help shape industry standards and cultivate future leaders. Her contagious enthusiasm for innovation, combined with her talent for mobilizing cross-functional teams, turns ambitious goals into tangible results, creating momentum wherever she leads.
At DataBahn, Nithya isn't just building a company—she's creating a movement that reimagines how businesses harness data to create unprecedented value in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Aditya Tirumalai Sundararam is the visionary architect behind DataBahn's product ecosystem, bringing over a decade of transformative experience in product leadership. His mind operates at the intersection of what is needed today and what will define tomorrow, consistently imagining possibilities beyond the current horizon of data management.
During his 10-year tenure at Securonix, Aditya revolutionized Cyber Threat Analytics by transforming complex challenges into groundbreaking solutions. His rare ability to methodically dissect complex ideation issues and prioritize use cases allowed him to build innovative security products that addressed the most critical security challenges.
What distinguishes Aditya is his perpetual state of creation—you'll rarely find him without a new concept taking shape. His leadership of global cross-functional teams at Securonix enabled organizations to effectively detect and counter emerging security threats through advanced SIEM and Security analytics content.
At DataBahn, Aditya applies this proven expertise to orchestrate the company's technical direction with precision and clarity. His ability to align diverse teams around a unified product vision has helped position DataBahn at the cutting edge of data pipeline management, delivering solutions that transform how organizations harness their most valuable asset - their data.
Mihir M. Nair has dedicated over a decade to mastering the complexities of enterprise technology infrastructure. At DataBahn, he leads Field Engineering and Architecture with specialized expertise in cloud services and fields & solutions engineering.
His ten-year journey at Securonix established him as a leader in cloud service implementation and solutions engineering. Mihir demonstrated exceptional ability managing large teams during periods of hyper-growth, while developing expertise across solution architecture, product management, DevOps, infrastructure management, and strategic planning.
Mihir's technical vision was instrumental in transforming business operations at Securonix, where he successfully migrated business-critical applications from traditional on-premises models to scalable cloud solutions. This transition from appliance-based systems to a robust SaaS model delivered unprecedented agility and efficiency.
His solutions engineering prowess proved invaluable to Fortune 500 clients, where his architectures enabled real-time identification of advanced cyber threats. Mihir excels at designing data processing systems that handle high-velocity, high-volume, and high-variety streaming data with precision—expertise he now applies at DataBahn to help organizations architect data pipeline solutions that deliver both immediate operational value and long-term strategic advantages.
Praful Ilamkar drives engineering excellence at DataBahn with over a decade of experience transforming complex technical challenges into innovative solutions. His leadership approach combines strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise.
At Securonix, where he spent ten formative years, Praful rose to Director of Engineering through his exceptional technical insight and leadership abilities. In this role, he spearheaded the delivery of next-generation SIEM solutions on cloud infrastructure, a forward-thinking achievement in the security space. His work demonstrated a rare ability to architect sophisticated security solutions that met enterprise-grade performance while aligning with client needs. His ability to forge strong relationships with stakeholders and industry peers has established him as a collaborative and influential leader.
Beyond his technical proficiency, Praful's distinction lies in his leadership style. He understands the significance of fostering talent and creating environments where innovation and growth thrive. His strategic guidance and mentorship of cross-functional teams have consistently empowered his colleagues to deliver exceptional work.
At DataBahn, Praful continues applying his customer-centric engineering philosophy and cloud architecture expertise to build data pipeline solutions that deliver both immediate value and long-term strategic advantages.
Dina Kamal stands as a visionary technology leader whose career has been defined by transformative innovation and strategic foresight. Her distinguished tenure as a Partner at Deloitte established her reputation as a pioneering force in technological advancement and business transformation.
At Deloitte, Dina established herself as a visionary in Financial Services, with specialized expertise in AI, ESG Technology, and Tech Transformations. Her impact was particularly significant in cultivating innovation within Deloitte Canada, where she accelerated growth in products and technology assets. Under her guidance, Deloitte Canada's AI products and Data Science teams delivered cutting-edge solutions that set new industry benchmarks.
Beyond innovation leadership, Dina founded the Data Office at Deloitte Canada, demonstrating her talent for building and managing initiatives of strategic significance. Her global recognition stems from developing and implementing sophisticated cybersecurity solutions, including Cyber AI. This unique combination of data governance expertise and security innovation reflects her exceptional talent for building initiatives of strategic significance across multiple domains.
At DataBahn, Dina continues her legacy of pioneering excellence and visionary leadership. Her relentless pursuit of innovation and unwavering commitment to excellence shapes not only DataBahn's operations but also the future landscape of data management technology. Through her forward-thinking approach, she establishes new paradigms of excellence in everything she touches.
Vipul Nanda leads DataBahn's comprehensive marketing strategy with a rare combination of vision and execution excellence cultivated through extensive experience across diverse industries. His multidisciplinary background spanning fintech, legal, and venture ecosystems provides him with a distinctive perspective on communicating complex technological value.
At Cashfree Payments, Vipul demonstrated his talent for driving measurable results by leading a high-performing team of product marketers across multiple digital payment solutions. His previous tenure at Razorpay showcased his ability to translate technical capabilities into compelling market narratives, achieving significant growth while maintaining exceptional conversion rates on product pitches.
Vipul’s influence goes far beyond his day-to-day roles—he’s shaping the future of product marketing in India. As the co-founder of GoPMM, the country’s first dedicated product marketing community, he has built a thriving platform where marketers connect, learn, and grow together. This vision drives not only his approach to team development but also his broader contributions to the industry.
At DataBahn, Vipul orchestrates the full spectrum of marketing initiatives, from brand development and demand generation to product marketing and customer engagement. His data-driven approach and strategic vision now focus on a singular mission - positioning DataBahn's AI-powered platform as the definitive solution that brings unprecedented clarity and efficiency to enterprise data management.
Harshil brings over two decades of enterprise cybersecurity leadership to DataBahn, with profound expertise in building high-impact teams across sales, evangelism, and pre-sales functions. His career stands distinguished by his ability to craft region-specific go-to-market strategies and design complex security architectures that address both cyber and business risks.
As Country Manager for India and SAARC at Securonix, Harshil demonstrated extraordinary business development talent, transforming a zero-revenue territory into the company's largest contributing region globally. His leadership experience spans multiple senior roles at industry leaders, including Forcepoint, Symantec, and RSA, where he specialized in GTM execution across diverse cybersecurity domains.
A recognized industry voice, Harshil regularly speaks at prestigious events including Gartner conferences, RSA Conference, and CISO summits, while frequently appearing in cybersecurity media. His insights reflect both technical depth and strategic vision.
Harshil strongly believes that digital information driven AI and actionable intelligence will be central to global power dynamics. In his view, the cybersecurity industry holds a critical responsibility to ensure these technologies remain protected from exploitation by malicious actors. His unique ability to understand regional market dynamics while driving global cybersecurity collaboration makes him instrumental in expanding DataBah's presence across these strategic territories.
Yash Jagdale leads DataBahn's engineering data management with contagious enthusiasm and comprehensive technical expertise. His background spans critical domains, including software engineering, continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD), DevOps practices, and quality assurance (QA), creating a multidisciplinary foundation for tackling complex data challenges.
At the core of Yash's approach is his talent for transforming complexity into clarity. He excels at creating pioneering solutions that not only streamline data management processes but directly contribute to business success. His work consistently demonstrates a commitment to customer-centric innovation, developing products and services that surpass expectations rather than merely meeting them.
Throughout his career, Yash has demonstrated exceptional team leadership abilities. His collaborative approach emphasizes mentorship and continuous learning, creating environments where technical talent flourishes and delivers exceptional results. By empowering those around him, Yash amplifies his impact across the organization.
At DataBahn, Yash continues to embody the perfect balance of technical innovation and practical implementation—qualities that define him as a distinguished engineer who transforms complex data challenges into elegant, effective solutions.
Our Advisors
Chris Inglis served as the first Senate-confirmed U.S. National Cyber Director and Advisor to the President of the United States Joe Biden on cybersecurity. He previously worked as a U.S. Naval Academy Looker Distinguished Visiting Professor for Cyber Studies, as a managing director at Paladin Capital, a member of the boards of several public and private corporations, and as a Commissioner on the U.S. Cyberspace Solarium Commission. He retired from the Department of Defense in January 2014 after 41 years of federal service, including 28 years at the National Security Agency and seven and a half years as its Deputy Director. He served as a member of the Department of Defense Science Board and as a National Intelligence University trustee until early 2021.
A 1976 graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, Inglis holds advanced degrees in engineering and computer science from Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, and the George Washington University. Inglis’ military career includes 30 years of service in the US Air Force and Air National Guard — from which he retired as a command pilot at the rank of Brigadier General. He and his wife Anna have three grown children and reside in Annapolis, MD.
Patrick Gorman serves as Executive Vice President at Booz Allen Hamilton. With 25 years of experience, Gorman has worked in multiple capacities in security, strategy, defense and intelligence practice areas. He recently served as the Chief Security Officer (CSO) for Bridgewater Associates and from 2011 to 2013, Gorman was the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, where he had oversight of security policy, technology and operations. He honed his expertise at Booz Allen Hamilton as Senior Executive Advisor of Cybersecurity where he was responsible for strategic planning, business development, capability development, marketing and capture management for the firm’s cyber portfolio. His rich background stems from holding the position as Asst. Director of National Intelligence and Chief Information Officer for the U.S. Intelligence Community and over ten years in the USAF as part of The National Security Agency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS).
Bob Rose is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert providing the U.S. government and companies strategic counseling and governance on a full array of cyber-related issues at the nexus of technology, national security, law enforcement and privacy. Bob previously served in various appointed U.S. government advisory positions in the areas of national security, cyber and homeland security. He was a member of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Advisory Council, the National Security Agency’s Cyber Awareness and Response Panel, the National Counterterrorism Center Advisory Board and the Department of States International Security Advisory Board. Current corporate and non-profit advisory service includes The Chertoff Group, 1Kosmos, Securonix, Clarivate, the McCrary Institute for Cyber & Critical Infrastructure Security at Auburn University, the Homeland Security Experts Group Steering Committee and the State of Florida Center for Cybersecurity.
Rob Palatnick was a Managing Director and Global Head of Technology Research and Innovation at DTCC, where he had responsibility for driving technology innovation at the firm and led a number of key technology initiatives, including cloud, automation, machine learning, big data analytics, and distributed ledger technologies. He was also responsible for collaboration with clients, regulators, fintech vendors, and academia to research and advance technology innovations across the financial services industry.
Prior to this role, Rob served for over a decade as Chief Technology Architect, overseeing the firm’s global IT strategy, architecture, standards, and engineering design of the systems and applications that supported the firm’s broad range of products and services. During his career at DTCC, Rob also served as an Application Development Domain Lead, Chief Administrative Officer of IT, and CIO of FICC. Prior to joining DTCC, Mr. Palatnick was Vice President, Development and Systems, at Security Pacific Corporation Sequor Software Services.
An active technology voice in the industry, Rob has been a featured guest speaker at key conferences worldwide, has authored numerous white papers for DTCC and is often quoted in the press. He is a founding member of the Linux Foundation’s Hyperledger Project, a collaborative effort to establish, build and sustain an open, distributed ledger platform across industries, and served as chairman of the governing board for 3 years.
Mandy Andress is the Chief Information Security Officer at Elastic, a search company that builds self-managed and SaaS offerings for search, logging, security, and analytics use cases.
She is an experienced CISO and a leader in information risk and compliance. Prior to Elastic, she was the Information Security Officer at MassMutual, responsible for enterprise information risk and security, strategic investment of contemporary security capabilities, and managed the company’s global Cyber Intelligence Unit. Previously, she held security leadership positions at TiVo, Evant, and Privada, and worked as a security consultant at Ernst & Young and Deloitte.
In addition, she was an adjunct professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where she taught a graduate level course on risk management. She is a published author, with her book Surviving Security having two editions and used at multiple universities around the world as the textbook for foundational information security courses.
Mandy holds a Bachelor in Business Administration in Accounting from Texas A&M University, a Juris Doctor degree from Western New England University, and a Master’s in Management Information Systems from Texas A&M University. She is a certified CISSP, CPA, and member of the Texas Bar.
With more than 34 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology covering retail, manufacturing, financial services, and healthcare, James Beeson currently serves as an Executive Cyber Advisor and Consultant, providing cybersecurity strategic and operational advice for Board of Directors and Executive Leadership teams. James is actively engaged with venture and private equity partners to help recommend investment strategies in cybersecurity and advise start-ups regarding messaging and commercial engagement. In addition to mentoring and coaching executives on cybersecurity and leadership capabilities, James currently serves on Advisory Boards for Stripes, Capgemini, Security Scorecard, and Checkmarx to help strategically guide the direction of roadmap development.
Having recently retired as senior vice president and Global Chief Information Officer at The Cigna Group (NYSE CI), James was responsible for leading all aspects of cybersecurity, information security, and technology systems protection to safeguard critical infrastructure, intellectual property, and sensitive data for the company for the past seven years.
An award-winning CISO, in February of 2024 James won an ORBIE award as Dallas CISO of the year in the super global category. He was also inducted into the CSO (Chief Security Officer) Hall of Fame in September 2022 for his excellence in information risk management and security, just weeks before being featured in the Wall Street Journal on the changing roles of CISOs and CIOs. He was previously recognized as a Top 100 CISO’s by CISO Connect in 2021, an Evanta 2016 Breakaway Leadership Award finalist, and a 2011 T.E.N. ISE North America Executive Award finalist.
With his strong ability to cultivate relationships, simplify complex problems, constructively coach talent, and apply a future-oriented, strategic mindset, James actively works with peers across the global cybersecurity community to drive improvements in collaboration, education, awareness, standards development, and information sharing. James has also assisted several cybersecurity start-up companies, including Verdasys Digital Guardian, Riptech and Securonix, to advance their product roadmap and grow market share.
In addition, James has co-chaired the CISO Executive Summits in Dallas and New York, takes part in the RSA Conference, including the Executive Security Action Forum (ESAF) discussions, collaborates with SINET (Security Innovation Network), and participates as a keynote speaker at various events across the globe.
Prior to joining The Cigna Group, James spent 20 years serving in various CISO and other leadership roles at General Electric, becoming seasoned in cybersecurity, infrastructure, governance and risk management.
James has an MBA from Southern Methodist University – with a focus in finance – and a BBA in Management and Leadership from Amberton University. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), and Six Sigma Quality certified.
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