Asheesh Chhabra

People and data are the two driving forces that fuel my work and define my leadership. As a data and analytics leader with a proven track record of solving large, ambiguous problems by turning complex data ecosystems into reliable insights, I thrive on translating and untangling messy webs, one data thread at a time. In my experience at Fortune 50 companies for over a couple of decades, I’ve built and scaled enterprise data, analytics and AI capabilities by advancing the connectivity of data and analytics technologies to AI/ML applications, supported by forward-looking and robust data strategies. My expertise includes establishing actionable data strategies, Data Engineering, AI/ML modeling, integration technologies, automation, agile methodologies, GxP and SOX compliance. As the Chief Data Officer at Merck, my team and I are shaping our company’s data strategy focused on accelerating industry-leading data & analytics solutions to save and improve patient lives. We focus on: • Transforming data into a strategic asset, leading enterprise data strategy, setting standards and governance • Delivering trusted, reusable data products that accelerate scientific discovery, drive commercial excellence and boost operational performance • Partnering across the business and IT to continue to build & industry leading capabilities and deliver sustainable competitive advantage No matter how sophisticated the technology, however, success comes down to people: their curiosity, creativity and ability to collaborate. This very belief has driven me to mentor people throughout my career, from coaching elementary & middle school level basketball teams to guiding colleagues and mentees. On and off the court, my priority is to empower others to discover and maximize their full potential.