Aparna Vemuri

Aparna Vemuri is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in strategy development, operations, and customer success across various sectors, including retail and technology. Currently serving as Director of Business Strategy at Walmart, Aparna was instrumental as the first operations hire in developing immersive commerce experiences in the metaverse. Prior experience includes Founding Equity LP at Acrew Capital, Chief of Staff at Udacity, and VP of Business Operations at Degreed, where significant contributions to strategy frameworks and operational processes were made. Leadership roles at Branch, Kahuna, and Moovweb further highlight a proven track record in delivering technical solutions and driving organizational growth. Aparna holds a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Osmania University.