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Naveen Chopra
Chief Financial Officer at Paramount
Naveen Chopra is the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Paramount Global, a position he has held since August 2020.12 With a diverse background in technology, finance, and media, Chopra brings a wealth of experience to his role at Paramount.
Career Highlights
Chopra's career path includes several notable positions:
- CFO of Amazon Devices & Services (2019-2020)2
- CFO & Interim CEO at Pandora (2017-2019)2
- Interim CEO & CFO at TiVo (2016)2
- Various roles at TiVo, including CFO and SVP of Corporate Development & Strategy (2003-2016)2
He has also served on the board of directors for companies like Vonage and KQED.2
Education and Expertise
Chopra holds bachelor's degrees in Computer Science and Economics from Stanford University, as well as an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.3 His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in both technology and media companies, gives him a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry.
Role at Paramount
As CFO of Paramount, Chopra oversees the company's financial operations, including:
- Treasury
- Tax
- Accounting
- Investor relations
- Information security
- Real estate
- Global corporate development and strategy3
Leadership Philosophy
Chopra's approach to leadership and decision-making is influenced by his diverse career experiences:
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Balancing short-term and long-term goals: He aims to combine the urgency and nimbleness of smaller companies with the long-term vision necessary for transformative initiatives.1
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Understanding product development: His background in product development and business development gives him insight into the challenges of delivering financial results.1
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Adapting to market changes: Chopra emphasizes the importance of being nimble and careful in optimizing for changing market demands.1
Chopra's expertise and strategic thinking make him a key figure in Paramount's leadership team as the company navigates the rapidly changing media landscape.