Praveen Kumar Pagudala

Praveen Kumar Pagudala is a seasoned professional in network architecture and IT management, currently serving as Senior Manager and Networks & IT Head for AMD since June 2018. With extensive experience managing global operations across 31 countries, Praveen has led significant initiatives including SD-WAN implementation, cloud strategy, and enterprise network enhancements. Prior to AMD, Praveen held senior roles at Prime Healthcare, where responsibilities included overseeing critical network environments and managing MPLS migrations, and at Wipro, focusing on troubleshooting and security across diverse network infrastructures. Earlier experience at GENPACT involved designing WAN infrastructures and optimizing internet connectivity for global clients. Praveen holds a Bachelor of Technology degree from Sri Krishnadevaraya University and has a CCIE certification.