Leadership Moves
Written by: CDO Magazine
Updated 12:30 PM UTC, March 10, 2026

Arun Nandi, Carrier Chief Data & AI Officer
We are pleased to announce Arun Nandi as the newest member of CDO Magazine’s Global Board. Nandi is a visionary AI executive with over two decades of experience across three cross-vertical Fortune 200 enterprises, driving more than $500 million in AI-led business impact.
Recognized as one of the Top 100 Influential Leaders in AI and the Top 40 AI Leaders Under 40 (2023), he is also a LinkedIn Top Voice in AI and enterprise digital transformation.
As the Chief Data & AI Officer at Carrier, Nandi leads a global team delivering over $200M in annual EBIT through data, analytics, and AI-driven initiatives. He has successfully built and scaled AI and analytics practices from the ground up multiple times, converting strategy into measurable enterprise value.
A trusted advisor to corporate boards and investment firms, Nandi is a sought-after keynote speaker who has shared the stage with leaders such as Andrew Ng and Julien Simon. His cross-industry experience spans manufacturing, industrials, retail, and consumer goods, with functional expertise in marketing, sales, finance, and supply chain, driving enterprise-scale transformation and outcome-driven AI programs that bridge innovation and impact.
Nandi is based between New York, NY and Florida, USA. He is a keen traveler, foodie, and adventure motorcyclist.
CDO Magazine’s Global Board represents an elite network of executives from Fortune 500 and other world-class enterprises shaping the future of data, analytics, AI, and security. Their insights guide our thought leadership, research, and events — ensuring every conversation reflects the highest levels of strategic vision and impact.
The CDO Magazine community welcomes Arun Nandi to our Global Board.