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Naveen Tadepalli

Examiner · DISC type cs
VP Gen AI and Technology Strategy at Risepoint
📍 Mercer Island, Washington, United States

Naveen Tadepalli is a technology strategist specializing in AI-driven business results, currently serving as VP of Gen AI and Technology Strategy at Risepoint. His career includes leading a $1B+ Azure strategy at Microsoft and driving major digital transformations at Starbucks. He holds an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

He is interested in practical applications of technology for self-improvement. For example, he uses voice transcription tools not only to boost productivity but also as a feedback mechanism to become a more effective speaker by identifying and reducing filler words and verbal tics.

Unique fact: He believes successful digital transformation isnt about the latest tech, but about strategic bets, user adoption, and measurable ROI.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
VP Gen AI and Technology Strategy
Job Level
Senior
Location
Mercer Island, Washington, United States
Personality Overview

How Naveen shows up

Late Adopter
Tough To Convince
Overcautious

They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end. They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.

Priorities

Topics Naveen cares about

AI Value & ROI
Focuses on identifying the 20% of AI initiatives that deliver 80% of business value, emphasizing measurable return on investment over chasing new technology.
Gen AI Adoption
Currently focused on driving operational efficiencies through the adoption of Generative AI and establishing long-term technology strategy for PE-backed companies.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
VP Gen AI and Technology Strategy
Risepoint
4-2023
Founder and CEO
Infinite Diamond Consulting
11-2020 - 3-2025
Head, Data & AI for Retail and Consumer Goods
Microsoft
11-2014 - 11-2020
Director Product / Program Management, Digital Transformation
Starbucks
8-2012 - 11-2014
Manager
Deloitte
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2008 - 2010
MBA
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
2002 - 2004
Masters
Northwestern University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Calculativeness (C)

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