Naveen Tadepalli

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DISC Type : cs

VP Gen AI and Technology Strategy at Risepoint

Mercer Island, Washington, United States

Overview

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.

Personality Overview

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.

Topics They Care 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.
Large-Scale Transformation
Experienced in leading massive transformation projects, such as overhauling operations for 200, 000 employees at Starbucks and shaping strategy for Microsoft Azure.

Media Appearances

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Work History

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

Education

2008 - 2010
MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
2002 - 2004
Masters from Northwestern University

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Insights For Selling To Naveen

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Naveen is

  • Adoption by others is very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Naveen

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Naveen move?

  • They don't like to hasten, so their speed of decision-making may be slow.
  • Can Naveen take some risk or not?

  • They have little willingness to take risks, and prefer making calculated decisions.

You And Naveen

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