Magesh Bagavathi

Magesh Bagavathi is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience in leading data, analytics, and AI initiatives across major organizations. Currently serving as SVP, Global Data, Analytics & AI Head at PepsiCo, Magesh directs the global data and AI strategy, focusing on governance, responsible AI, and advanced analytics. Previously, Magesh held roles such as SVP, Global Chief Technology Officer at PepsiCo, VP Digital at HARMAN International, and SVP at AIG, overseeing cloud strategies and digital transformations. Magesh's career at GE included positions as VP and Chief Technology Officer, where efforts to migrate applications to the cloud and drive DevOps culture were pivotal. Magesh holds an MBA in Finance and MIS from the University at Buffalo School of Management and a BE in Chemical Engineering from RV College Of Engineering.