Our Leadership

Founder Director & CEO

Lester Fernandes is the CEO of BUDSTA Analytics & Insights and a member of the Founding Board of Directors. Prior to BUDSTA, Lester held multiple leadership roles at Accenture, Cap Gemini, Polaroid and Tata Consultancy across diverse geographies - the US, Europe and Asia Pacific. Lester holds an MBA from Babson College, USA and an undergraduate degree from the University of Mumbai, India.

Founder Director & CFO

Michelle Fernandes is the CFO of BUDSTA Analytics & Insights and responsible for the company’s finance, marketing and operations as Founding Director. She has been an Investment Banker and Premier Wealth Manager at various Fortune 100 Banks. Michelle holds a management degree from Xavier Institute of Management and an undergraduate degree from the University of Mumbai, India.