Rupinder Dhillon

Inspirer
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VP Enterprise Data at Sobeys

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Rupinder Dhillon is the VP of Enterprise Data at Sobeys, shaping data, AI, and analytics strategies across retail, banking, and consulting sectors. An MBA graduate from the Rotman School of Management, she is recognized as a compassionate, professional, and self-motivated leader, and was named a Global Top 100 Innovator in Data & Analytics.

She is deeply committed to community leadership and mentorship, serving as the Board Chair for Womens College Hospital and on the board for Canadian Stage. Rupinder actively champions women in STEM and data, dedicating time to mentor aspiring developers and support programs that kickstart careers for women in technology.

Interesting fact: Rupinder once appeared on a televised panel discussion to debate all things Star Trek.

Personality Overview

Charming & Persuasive

Confident & Optimistic

Achievment Oriented

They usually prefer to drive the conversation.  They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Data as a Product
She is actively building a team at Sobeys to drive a "data as a product mindset" across the organization, demonstrating a forward-thinking approach to enterprise data.
Women in Technology
Actively supports programs for women learning to code and is described in recommendations as a mentor who provides tremendous support to aspiring developers.
Healthcare Governance
Holds a significant leadership role as the current Board Chair for Women's College Hospital, indicating a strong commitment to community health and governance.

Media Appearances

Rupinder Dhillon, Sobeys VP of Enterprise Data Office, Joins CDO Magazine Global Editorial Board. Featured in CDO Magazine

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Work History

8-2021
VP Enterprise Data at Sobeys
6-2021
Director Board of Directors at Women's College Hospital
11-2022 - 6-2025
Director Board of Directors at Canadian Stage
3-2021 - 2-2022
Advisory Board at Afiniti
7-2019 - 7-2021
Chief Data Officer, SVP Data and AI at Hudson's Bay Company

Education

2016 - 2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Dean’s List from University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
2017 - 2018
University of Toronto - New Ventures Entrepreneurship Program from Creative Destruction Lab

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Insights For Selling To Rupinder

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Clearly address the competitive aspects
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rupinder is

  • Confidence in the product’s value is critical, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rupinder

  • They will not hesitate to say no if they do not develop conviction.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rupinder move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Rupinder take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Rupinder

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