Leadership Moves
Written by: Camille Prado, Global Editor, CDO Magazine
Updated 7:00 AM EDT, July 16, 2026

Wendy Batchelder, Award-Winning Data and AI Executive
We are pleased to announce Wendy Batchelder as the newest member of CDO Magazine’s Global Board. Batchelder is an award-winning technology executive, author, and board member with more than two decades of experience leading global data strategies, ethical AI implementations, and corporate governance.
She is a three-time Chief Data & Analytics Officer across the healthcare, technology, and financial services industries. She has held executive data leadership roles at Centene Corporation, Salesforce, VMware, and Wells Fargo. In each role, she has overseen enterprise-wide data strategy, transforming massive data ecosystems into secure, compliant, and AI-enabled environments.
Known for her risk-based, “trust-by-design” methodology, Batchelder specializes in dismantling data silos, engineering agile, product-aligned data teams, and mitigating algorithmic bias to ensure reliable data across complex operations. She is also a dedicated mentor who is passionate about developing the next generation of data leaders.
Beyond her executive leadership, Batchelder has a longstanding commitment to public service. She has served as a foster parent and devoted nearly two decades to volunteering and serving on the board of United Way of Central Iowa, reflecting her dedication to strengthening communities and expanding opportunities for underserved populations.
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 Wendy Batchelder to our Global Board.