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    Anirban Nandi

    About this Event

    Pervasive AI in Retail: From Projects to Business DNA

    In today's era of rapid AI and digital disruption, how can retail organizations move beyond isolated AI projects and embed AI into the very DNA of their business? Join us for an engaging BODHI session featuring industry leaders who will share their journeys and insights on scaling AI across retail operations. From customer experience and supply chain to merchandising and operations, discover how leading retailers are transforming AI from pilot initiatives into a core business capability.

    The session will cover actionable strategies for building AI-ready data foundations, scaling enterprise-wide AI adoption, and fostering a culture of continuous innovation. Speakers will also discuss best practices for integrating AI and analytics into core business operations, ensuring AI security, governance, and risk management, and driving leadership approaches that promote collaboration and technology adoption.

    Key Takeaways

    • Why embedding AI into business DNA is critical for sustainable retail transformation
    • Best practices for integrating AI, analytics, and automation into core retail operations
    • Strategies for ensuring AI security, governance, and risk management
    • Leadership approaches to foster innovation, collaboration, and technology adoption

    Who Should Attend?

    • Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief AI Officers (CAIOs), and Chief Digital Officers (CDOs)
    • IT and Business Leaders in Retail, E-commerce, and Consumer Goods
    • AI, Analytics, and Data Engineering Professionals

    Anyone looking to transform their organization into an AI-ready enterprise
    Be part of this thought-provoking conversation at BODHI, where we bring together industry leaders to discuss the future of AI, data-driven transformation, and technology leadership.

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    About the Speaker

    Anirban Nandi
    Guest Speaker: Anirban Nandi

    Vice President, AI and Data | Albertsons Companies India

    Anirban Nandi is Vice President of AI & Data at Albertsons Companies, where he leads global initiatives to advance enterprise AI and data capabilities. With over 18 years of experience across Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, and AI Products, he has driven innovation in retail, fintech, telecom, and media sectors. Anirban began his career at Target, building foundational analytics products in recommendations, search, and personalization, before leading high-performing teams at Landmark Group and Rakuten India, delivering advanced algorithms and scalable platforms.

    Recognized as one of India's Top 100 AI Leaders and among APAC's Top 10 AI Leaders, he is passionate about responsible AI, explainability, and fostering inclusive cultures. Anirban holds a Master's degree in Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University and is an author on machine learning explainability. Outside work, he is an avid sports enthusiast and lifelong football fan.

    Indrajit Mitra
    Host: Indrajit Mitra

    Head of AI & Data Science | Polestar Analytics

    With 17+ years of experience across consumers, retail, banking, manufacturing, mining, and technology, he leads the design and deployment of AI/ML and GenAI solutions at Polestar Analytics that modernize operations and deliver measurable business impact. He drives enterprise AI transformation and helps global organizations scale data-driven decisioning.

    Before joining Polestar, Indrajit held leadership role at Deloitte and Tredence, leading advanced analytics for CPG and Retail and delivering large-scale programs in demand forecasting, trade optimization, price analytics, and cloud-based MLOps. His expertise spans AI solution delivery, program management, and end-to-end operationalization using Machine Learning, Generative and Agentic AI.

    Recognized as a 40 Under 40 Data Scientist by Analytics India Magazine and a Visionary AI & Data Leader by BusinessWorld, Indrajit holds a PG Diploma in Applied Statistics from the Indian Statistical Institute and a B.Sc. in Economics, Statistics, and Mathematics from Calcutta University.