Hitesh K Patel is an accomplished electrical engineer and MBA graduate from Sardar Patel University and Drexel University's LeBow College of Business, respectively. With over two decades of immersive professional experience, Patel has an excellent track record of driving innovation and leading digital transformations for some of the world's biggest brands. His professional journey started as a Software Engineer at Verizon, where he served in multiple key roles, eventually becoming IT Manager/Metrics Business Owner. After leaving Verizon, he held leadership positions, including Director, Consulting Services, Business Transformation at Confiance, and Director, Enterprise Applications at Noramco™. Patel served as the Global Director - Enterprise Architect at Axalta Coating Systems, leading enterprise data modeling and integration globally. He previously did the Enterprise Architect at CSL Behring and was an Engagement Manager/Senior Consultant at Software AG, supporting various global businesses' digital transformation initiatives. Currently serving as Principal Enterprise Architect at SAP, Patel leads SAP's global customer projects on digital transformation and IT modernization. His extensive expertise in enterprise architecture, digital transformation, data modeling, IT strategy, and software solutions has helped him build a reputation as an industry thought leader.