Anoop Mishra
Anoop Mishra is an Indian-American banking executive, cybersecurity advocate, and public relations strategist. He currently serves as the Vice President & Regional Executive at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Birmingham Branch, while also leading Publicity Mantra, a PR and IT consulting firm, and IDUA (Internet & Digital Users Association), a cyber safety awareness initiative. With a diverse background spanning economics, technology, and strategic communications, Mishra is known for his multidisciplinary leadership across India and the United States.
Education
Anoop Mishra holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Birmingham–Southern College and an MBA from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He also holds a technical undergraduate degree from IEC College of Engineering, India, with core competencies in backend web technologies and systems.
Career
Mishra began his career in IT and web development, working with companies such as Omnie Solutions Pvt. Ltd., where he specialized in backend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). He later transitioned into corporate communications and client relations, serving as:
- Relationship Support Manager at RXIL (Receivables Exchange of India Ltd)
- Client Relationship Manager at InvoiceMart
In the United States, Anoop Mishra currently holds the position of:
- Vice President & Regional Executive, Birmingham Branch, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
At the Fed, he:
- Leads the Regional Economic Information Network (REIN) for Alabama
- Oversees the Birmingham Branch’s Board of Directors and the Agriculture Advisory Council
- Coordinates community and economic development across the state
He has also held leadership roles such as:
- CEO, WorkforceQA (employment screening and compliance)
- COO, EDPM (acquired by WorkforceQA)
- Management Consultant, Accenture (Atlanta)
- Founder, a private business consulting firm
Boards and Affiliations
Mishra has served or continues to serve on several boards, including:
- Human Capital Advisory Council, Federal Reserve Bank (2014–2017)
- National Speech and Debate Association
- Alabama Economics Club
- American Cancer Society
- Opportunity Alabama
- Downtown Kiwanis Club, Birmingham
- Leadership Birmingham and Leadership Alabama alumnus
Cybersecurity & Social Impact
Mishra is a founder of Publicity Mantra, a strategic public relations firm based in India. Through this venture, he has led digital branding, media communications, and PR campaigns for businesses and individuals.
He is also the driving force behind:
- IDUA (Internet & Digital Users Association) – A non-profit initiative for cyber safety awareness and digital literacy
- SESR (Social & Economic Sustainability Research) Foundation – A non-profit working toward sustainable reforms and development
Awards
- ET Leadership Excellence Award 2024, presented in Lucknow, for contributions to Social Economic Sustainable Reforms & Developments
Personal Life
Anoop Mishra is based in Birmingham, Alabama, and Bengaluru, Karnataka, dividing his time between the U.S. and India. He lives with his wife Manisha and children Annikah and Adesh, and remains actively involved in both civic and professional communities.