Ninou Sarwono, Principal, Emerging Technology and Open Innovation, Capital Group
Ninou Sarwono is responsible for leading and managing a portfolio of initiatives at Capital Group to research and capitalize on emerging technologies including machine learning, Fintech, digitization, automation, natural language processing, and distributed ledger technology. Recently, Ninou founded open innovation as a new capability at Capital Group to accelerate innovations at scale through partnerships with startups, VCs, corporate innovators, accelerators, consortiums, and leading academics.
Before focusing on emerging technology and open innovation, Ninou was the lead solution architect for several transformational initiatives including investment front-office and back-office transformations, investment analytics delivery, multi-channel content management system, and re-architecture of solutions supporting Capital’s unique multiple portfolio managers approach.
Prior to joining Capital Group in 2008, Ninou held various hands-on global software engineering and management consulting leadership roles for companies and clients based in Silicon Valley and Southern California.
Ninou holds an MBA from USC (Member of Beta Gamma Sigma). He, his wife, and his two daughters enjoy living in Orange County, CA.