Shailesh Deshpande

Shailesh Deshpande is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in technology strategy, product management, and AI/ML enablement. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at Bank of America, Shailesh leads a global team focused on driving AI/ML innovation and managing a $20M+ annual portfolio. Previously, Shailesh was an Adjunct Instructor at Virginia Commonwealth University, where duties included designing courses in Big Data Engineering and collaborating with the university to enhance its curriculum. At Anthem, Shailesh directed modernization strategies for digital transformation, implementing cloud-based solutions. At Capital One, Shailesh held various leadership roles focused on data analytics, fraud prevention, and data product strategy, contributing to large-scale modernization initiatives. Shailesh's academic background includes an MBA from Duke University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai.