Krishna Bonagiri is a seasoned technology leader with over 27 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in data-driven innovation, AI solutions, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and scalable enterprise architectures. He currently serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Quadrant Technologies, USA, where he leads advanced solution development and delivery for enterprise clients. Krishna holds a Master of Technology in Spatial Information Technology from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad, India. He is the architect behind multiple cutting-edge products, including: * An AI-powered enterprise chatbot that integrates seamlessly with platforms such as Snowflake, SQL Server, SharePoint, and Excel, enabling natural language queries and decision-making. * A financial budgeting and forecasting platform leveraging dynamic templates and AI-driven predictive models, improving financial accuracy and strategic planning for large enterprises. Throughout his career, Krishna has led and delivered mission-critical projects totaling over $30 million in value, consistently meeting scope, timeline, and cost objectives. His approach combines robust data engineering practices with forward-looking AI innovations, helping businesses solve complex challenges with measurable outcomes. In addition to his corporate achievements, Krishna contributes to the broader data community as Co-Vice President of Programs and Education at DAMA Puget Sound (Seattle chapter). In this role, he actively supports data professionals and aspiring technologists through mentorship, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technology awareness programs. Known for his collaborative leadership style and passion for innovation, Krishna fosters a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and impact-driven development, ensuring his teams and clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.