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Kristi Cunningham

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US Chief Technology Officer at Kyndryl
📍 Cape Coral Metropolitan Area, United States

Kristi Cunningham is the US Chief Technology Officer at Kyndryl, drawing on extensive experience in data and AI leadership at Accenture and Capital One. She specializes in data transformation, risk management, and enterprise architecture to drive business value. Kristi holds a Master of Science from Virginia Tech and is a recognized Top 50 Data & Analytics Professional.

Outside of work, Kristi is a passionate advocate for mentorship and increasing female participation in technology and AI. She frequently gives back by speaking to college students about her career journey and believes in fostering authentic connections by being open and relatable with her teams.

Early in her career, feedback from a team member taught her the value of sharing her personal side to build stronger, more effective professional relationships.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
US Chief Technology Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Cape Coral Metropolitan Area, United States
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Priorities

Topics Kristi cares about

Responsible AI Governance
She is a firm believer in the power of AI but is passionate about its responsible adoption, frequently speaking on implementing AI governance to manage risks while innovating.
Women in Technology
An outspoken advocate for engaging more women in AI, she emphasizes the importance of early STEM education and creating strong mentorship opportunities to build a diverse talent pipeline.
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Career

Work history

3-2024
US Chief Technology Officer
Kyndryl
1-2023 - 2-2024
Global and North America Financial Services Lead, Managing Director
Accenture
9-2021 - 1-2023
Global Managing Director, Data-led transformation
Accenture
2-2015 - 9-2021
VP, Enterprise Data Management
Capital One
7-2009 - 2-2015
Sr Director, IT Architecture
Capital One
In the press

Media appearances

Women Leading The AI Industry: Kristi Cunningham Of Kyndryl US on Five Things You Need to Thrive. Featured in Medium (Authority Magazine)
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Kristi Cunningham at Kyndryl on Implementing AI. Featured in YouTube
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Education
2000 - 2003
Master of Science (MS)
Virginia Tech
1986 - 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Jacksonville University
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