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Sailesh Bharathwaaj Krishnamurthy, Head - AI Center of Excellence at 7-Eleven
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Speaker · CDO Vision Dallas–Fort Worth 2026

Sailesh Bharathwaaj Krishnamurthy

Head - AI Center of Excellence at 7-Eleven

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On their agenda

Five priorities, mapped against profiled leaders

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Advancing computer vision technologies

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Mentoring upcoming tech professionals

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Engaging in cross-industry collaborations

Source: 734 CIO Vision leader profiles with at least one priority theme, from 742 leaders in the series. Share of those leaders in each theme; leaders may have multiple themes. Yellow marks Sailesh's saved themes.

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Dallas–Fort Worth, 8 May 2026

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Dallas–Fort Worth room · 8 May 2026
Dallas–Fort Worth · 8 May 2026
Dallas–Fort Worth room · 8 May 2026
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CT · Panel

Agentic AI and the Future of Enterprise Growth

The future of enterprise growth is closely tied to the adoption of agentic AI, which offers capabilities far beyond traditional AI by enabling autonomous execution. This panel will examine how agentic AI enables continuous improvement in business processes, drives competitive differentiation through faster innovation cycles, and supports customer experiences. Leaders will discuss how to build resilient enterprise architectures that fully leverage agentic AI’s potential. They will also explore strategies for aligning AI initiatives with organizational goals, addressing ethical and governance considerations, and preparing the workforce for AI-driven transformation.

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Working on now

Currently, Sailesh is focused on leveraging his extensive experience to drive innovation at 7-Eleven, particularly in the areas of machine learning and AI technologies

About

Sailesh Bharathwaaj Krishnamurthy is a groundbreaking engineer and innovator in computer vision and machine learning, known for his prolific contributions to technology through over 100 granted US patents. Based in Irving, Texas, he has a strong academic background with degrees from the University of Florida and Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering. Throughout his career, he has focused on advancing technologies that intersect machine learning and system design, making significant contributions in speech enhancement and other key areas. His unique blend of technical knowledge, coupled with a passion for transforming the retail experience, sets him apart in the tech landscape. Sailesh is deeply committed to leveraging technology to drive efficiency and enhance customer experiences globally.

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Talks about

  1. 01Implications of AI in retail customer experiences
  2. 02Collaborative opportunities in machine learning deployment
  3. 03Advancements in speech enhancement technologies
  4. 04Challenges in patenting technological innovations

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