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Vishwa Kalmali

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Global Head of Data & AI at Imperial Brands PLC
📍 London Area, United Kingdom

Vishwa Kalmali is the Global Head of Data & AI at Imperial Brands, driving enterprise-wide data strategy. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in transforming consumer goods and retail companies using data science and AI. She holds a Master of Science from the University of Mumbai and is recognized in the DataIQ 100.

Peers describe her as a "true mentor and leader" who is "customer obsessed" and has a "high drive to excel."

She was named to the 2026 DataIQ 100 list, which recognizes the most influential people in data and AI.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Global Head of Data & AI
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
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AI-led Transformation
Her career focuses on moving AI from experimentation into core business strategy and leading major transformation programs for global companies.
Consumer Goods Analytics
She has extensive experience leading analytics and data science services for top consumer goods companies like Unilever and P&G.
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Work history

11-2024
Global Head of Data & AI
Imperial Brands PLC
3-2024 - 11-2024
Director (Data/Analytics/AI Expert | Analytics Advisory | Independent Consultant)
Gaea Services
3-2021 - 12-2023
E-commerce Data & Analytics Lead
Unilever
6-2010 - 12-2020
Senior Manager
Accenture UK
8-2008 - 6-2010
Manager, Business Analytics
GENPACT - Sales & Marketing Solutions
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Education
2000 - 2002
Master of Science; Distinction at M.Sc. Part
University of Mumbai
1997 - 2000
Bachelor of Science
University of Mumbai
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