Ravneet Chadha, Chief Data Officer and VP of Enterprise Planning, University of Utah
Ravneet Chadha is the VP of Enterprise Planning and Chief Data Officer at the University of Utah, where he leads the institution’s strategic data, technology, and planning initiatives. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, Ravneet is dedicated to transforming the university into an insights-driven organization by strengthening its data culture, governance, and enterprise planning capabilities.
In this role, Ravneet provides leadership in data governance, analytics, privacy, and enterprise architecture, ensuring the seamless integration of technology and data strategy to support institutional goals. He oversees enterprise planning efforts, aligning data-driven decision-making with strategic priorities to enhance operational efficiency and long-term institutional success. Collaborating with academic, research, and administrative units, he works to optimize data management, security, and accessibility while fostering innovation in analytics and business intelligence.
Prior to joining the University of Utah, Ravneet served as the Chief Data Officer at the University of Arizona, where he led efforts in data governance, institutional planning, and technology-driven insights. His expertise in leveraging data and technology to drive strategic decision-making continues to position universities at the forefront of innovation and efficiency in higher education.
