Ratnakar Lavu — CEO
As Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Elevance Health, I oversee the company’s digital and technology strategy, driving innovation through artificial intelligence and data science. I focus on building an intelligent digital ecosystem that transforms how people experience healthcare, while keeping them at the center of what we do. With 20 years of leadership in AI, digital, and technology transformation, including roles at Nike, Kohl’s, Redbox, and Macy’s, I am dedicated to unlocking the full potential of AI to shape the future of health.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Digital Transformation and AI within the Retail and Healthcare sectors.
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Experience: 27 yrs 1 mo
Career Highlights
- 20 years of leadership in AI and digital transformation.
- Expert in building intelligent digital ecosystems.
- Proven track record with global brands like Nike and Kohl's.
Work Experience
Elevance Health
Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer (2 yrs 3 mos)
Startups
Advisor (10 mos)
Nike
Global CDIO (3 yrs 7 mos)
Kohl's Department Stores
Chief Technology Officer / CIO (3 yrs 4 mos)
EVP, Digital Technology (1 yr 11 mos)
SVP, Digital Innovation (2 yrs 6 mos)
Redbox
CTO (2 yrs)
Macys.com & Bloomingdales.com
GVP, Technology (7 mos)
Vice President (3 yrs)
VP, Technology (3 yrs)
Director, Technology (6 yrs)
Bloomingdale's.com
VP, Technology (3 yrs)
Bloomingdales.com
GVP Technology (9 yrs)
Macy's Systems & Technologies
Director, Technology (5 yrs)
FSG
Director, technology (7 yrs)
Education
MS at Wright State University
High at BVBPS
High at Bharathiya Vidya Bhavan
at International School
