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Prerona Misra

Prerona Misra

Banking
Lucknow

Summary

A results-driven professional with over 13 years of experience in banking IT and strategic leadership, currently serving as a Senior Manager at Punjab National Bank. Proven track record in digital transformation, vendor and compliance management, and cross-functional collaboration with global firms like BCG.

A certified NLP Practitioner and Life Coach, recognized for excellence in communication, people management, and inspiring leadership. Known for cultivating high-performing teams, driving clarity in decision-making, and leading with empathy and vision. As a wellness and motivational coach, I empower individuals and professionals to align purpose with performance—bringing together structure, emotional intelligence, and sustainable growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2028
2028
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Wellness Coach

Freelance
02.2024 - Current

As a certified Health & Wellness Coach and passionate Motivational Speaker, I empower individuals to lead fuller, healthier, and purpose-driven lives. Drawing from personal transformation, extensive training in nutrition, yoga, emotional intelligence, and coaching, I guide people through sustainable lifestyle changes—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Personalised Coaching: Design and deliver structured 1:1 and group coaching programs focused on physical fitness, emotional wellness, and mindset mastery.
  • Program Development:Curate holistic wellness plans integrating fitness, nutrition, yoga, and mental health strategies for long-term lifestyle change.
  • Motivational Speaking:Deliver powerful, authentic talks and workshops that inspire audiences to overcome adversity, build resilience, and unlock their highest potential.
  • Content Creation:Develop and share meaningful content across social media, podcasts, and wellness platforms to spread awareness and motivation.
  • Client Empowerment:Assist clients in achieving goals related to weight loss, chronic condition management (e.g., diabetes, PCOS, thyroid), postpartum recovery, and emotional healing.
  • Emotional Intelligence Coaching:Use NLP techniques and introspective tools to help clients break limiting beliefs and build self-awareness, self-love, and clarity.
  • Wellness Advocacy:Promote healthy living in communities, corporates, and educational institutions through wellness sessions and life-changing storytelling.

Certifications & Expertise:

  • Diploma in Nutrition & Fitness (INFS)
  • Certified Yoga Teacher (200 Hours, Yoga Alliance)
  • NLP Practitioner
  • Speaker featured on: The Better India, Aaj Tak, Asianet News, Spotify Podcasts, People of India, Times of India, and more
  • Experience in Lifestyle Disease Management and Emotional Wellness

Senior Manager IT

Punjab National Bank
05.2017 - Current
  • Developing and executing the Bank’s technology strategy road map, aligning it with the overall business strategy, and making sure it is well communicated as well as understood by all stakeholders.
  • Leading and managing a team of IT professionals including training, mentoring and performance management.
  • Training close to 1000+ employees during the Bank software migration exercise at Circle Level.
  • Trained Officers for hand holding end users for use of Alternate Delivery Channels.
  • Helped head office IT Team in troubleshooting during the massive migration activity- Infosys Finacle 7 to Finacle 10.
  • Worked with Bostons Consultancy Group on their B2B Project for Automated NPA Recovery Tool for the Bank.
  • Time to time training the stakeholders in safe use of technology in banking and keeping safe from Cyber frauds.
  • Overseeing the development, implementation and Bank’s technology infrastructure, including networks, software applications, databases, alternate delivery channels etc.
  • Overall hardware, software and network management and procurement.
  • Collaborated with cross functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, TAT and enhance efficiency.
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and making risk assessments on a periodic basis.
  • Managing relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure the Bank is receiving best possible products and services and best prices.
  • Negotiating Terms and Conditions and formation of Service Level Agreements.
  • Explaining the Bank end requirements in a B2B scenario to the technical vendor and testing and signing off of software acceptance reports.
  • Ensuring that the Bank’s technology operations comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Getting Information and Security Audits conducted from time to time to ensure that Bank’s data is safe.
  • Ensuring that the Bank’s Technology systems are secure and protected from cyber threats and implementing security protocols to mitigate risks.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Senior Manager (Information and Technology)

Punjab National Bank
05.2013 - Current

Officer IT

Punjab National Bank
06.2011 - 05.2013

Education

Advanced Diploma in Banking And Technology - Banking and Technology

PNBIIT

Diploma - Nutrition and Fitness

Institute of Nutrition And Fitness
02-2024

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology, Electronics and Communication

Amity University
07.2004 - 02.2008

Higher Secondary Certificate - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Sciences

MPVM

Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers

Indian Institute of Banking And Finance

Skills

    Certified Non Linguistic Programming Practitioner good with communication and results

  • Sun Certified Java Associate
  • Health and Fitness Coaching
  • Mindfulness techniques

  • Counselling
  • Stress Management

    Health education

  • Work Life Balance
  • Mental health support

  • Empathy
  • Empathy development

  • Habit Building

Industries

  • Financial Industry
  • IT Sector
  • Health, Fitness, Nutrition and Counseling
  • Project Management
  • Banking Sector

Timeline

Wellness Coach

Freelance
02.2024 - Current

Senior Manager IT

Punjab National Bank
05.2017 - Current

Senior Manager (Information and Technology)

Punjab National Bank
05.2013 - Current

Officer IT

Punjab National Bank
06.2011 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology, Electronics and Communication

Amity University
07.2004 - 02.2008

Higher Secondary Certificate - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Sciences

MPVM

Advanced Diploma in Banking And Technology - Banking and Technology

PNBIIT

Diploma - Nutrition and Fitness

Institute of Nutrition And Fitness

Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers

Indian Institute of Banking And Finance
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