Praveen Kumar Bandi is a seasoned technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading AI-driven digital transformation and enterprise data strategy across Financial Services, Retail, Healthcare, and Wealth Management sectors. Currently serving as Vice President of Enterprise Data Architecture at Global Financial Services , he spearheads initiatives that enhance data consistency, governance, and innovation readiness. Praveen brings deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Snowflake, Databricks), master data management (MDM), and advanced analytics, consistently delivering measurable outcomes such as a 25% reduction in operational friction and improved customer engagement through scalable data platforms. Previously at Deloitte, he led high-impact data modernization programs for global insurance and financial clients, optimizing cloud architectures and implementing enterprise wide data governance frameworks. Known for architecting complex solutions and building high-performing global teams, he blends technical acumen with strategic leadership to drive business value. Praveen holds a Master’s in Computer Applications from Andhra University and is certified in TOGAF, AWS Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Reltio MDM. His passion lies in leveraging data as a strategic asset, mentoring teams, and navigating enterprises through the complexities of digital and AI transformation.