Speakers

Ram Thilak is a global data and AI leader with over a decade of experience driving business transformation across the automotive, manufacturing, and FMCG industries. He currently serves as the Global Head of Data & Analytics at Suntory Beverage & Food, where he leads enterprise-wide initiatives to embed AI, modern data platforms, and advanced analytics into the company’s strategic growth agenda. Prior to this, Ram held leadership roles at Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center, Inchcape, Mercedes-Benz, and HP, where he built and scaled high-impact data science teams across four continents. He is an Executive MBA graduate from INSEAD and holds a master’s in business Analytics from the National University of Singapore. Passionate about applied AI, Ram is a frequent speaker, mentor, and advocate for building data cultures that drive real business outcomes.