Roya Pashmineh-Azar is an accomplished Gen AI and ML/AI Technology Leader at Accenture, with expertise in architecting call center solutions, computer vision applications, and generative AI systems. With a strong focus on digital transformation, Roya has successfully led end-to-end solution delivery utilizing advanced technologies. Prior experience includes serving as Assistant Vice President and Senior Lead Application Architect at Nuveen, where responsibilities encompassed designing qualitative and quantitative solutions and leading senior developers. Additional roles include Manager of Application and Data Architecture at CIBC and Senior B2C Lead Architect at Canadian Tire, both contributing to significant advancements in technology and analytics. Educational qualifications include a Master in Data Science from Chicago, IL, a Master in Electrical Engineering from Braunschweig, Germany, and completion of the Technology Leadership Program at MIT Sloan School of Management.