Sai Kesanapalli
Chief Data Officer | Enterprise Data Management | Data Strategy |Master Data Management |Agentic AI | Data Engineering | Data Platforms Engineering | M&A | Technology Transformation | Supply Chain Analytics
View LinkedIn ProfileExecutive Overview
I am a senior data and analytics executive with 15+ years of experience shaping enterprise data strategy, governance, and innovation. My career has been defined by transforming data into a strategic asset that drives growth, operational efficiency, and customer value across global organizations. I specialize in bridging the gap between business vision and technical execution — aligning data initiatives with corporate strategy, building scalable platforms, and ensuring compliance with the highest standards of security, privacy, and governance. Over the years, I have led enterprise-wide data programs and built high-performing teams in industries including global manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and professional services. My leadership style combines strong business acumen with deep technical expertise, enabling me to deliver solutions that generate actionable insights and measurable impact. Core Leadership Strengths - Enterprise data & analytics strategy - AI/ML adoption and innovation at scale - Data governance, risk, and compliance - Building and mentoring high-performing teams - Driving digital transformation through data Vision To help organizations unlock the full potential of their data — not just as a technical resource, but as a competitive advantage that fuels innovation, resilience, and long-term success.
Career Timeline
- ADI Global DistributionCurrentMar 2024–Present· 2 yrs 6 mos
- Chief Data OfficerCurrentMar 2024–Present
- Jun 2022–Oct 2025· 3 yrs 4 mos
- Chief Data OfficerJun 2022–Oct 2025
- Aug 2021–Jun 2022· 10 mos
- Vice President, Data Engineering, AnalyticsAug 2021–Jun 2022
- Oct 2020–Jul 2021· 9 mos
- Senior Director, Data and AnalyticsOct 2020–Jul 2021
- 2020–Oct 2020· 9 mos
- Director, Data EngineeringSep 2020–Oct 2020
- Senior Director, Data & Analytics Platform Operations2020–Sep 2020
- Mar 2012–2020· 7 yrs 10 mos
- Director, Data and AnalyticsOct 2017–2020
- Manager, Data AnalyticsMar 2013–Sep 2017
- IT Audit/Compliance LeadMar 2012–Mar 2013
- Jul 2009–Mar 2012· 2 yrs 8 mos
- SupervisiorJul 2009–Mar 2012
- Aug 2007–Jun 2009· 1 yr 10 mos
- Senior AuditorAug 2007–Jun 2009
- Apr 2000–Aug 2007· 7 yrs 4 mos
- Programmer AnalystApr 2000–Aug 2007
Education
MCA
Computer Sciences
Osmania University