RaviKiran S Avvaru, PhD, is an accomplished IT professional with over 23 years of experience in digitalization, enterprise architecture, and information security management across various industries, including BFSI, oil and gas, power automation, and automobiles. Currently serving as Chief Digital and Data Officer at Sundaram Clayton Limited since April 2023, RaviKiran previously held the position of IT Head for Digitalization and Innovation Hub at Apollo Tyres Ltd from May 2019 to April 2023. Notable roles include Head of IT and Chief Information Security Officer at Toyota Kirloskar Motor from December 2010 to May 2019, and several leadership positions at ABB, Oman LNG L.L.C., and the Bombay Stock Exchange. Educational credentials include an Executive General Management program from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, an Executive Management program in Data Science and AI from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Andhra University, along with an MBA in IT from ISBM.