Kavitha Lokesh is VP, Head of LS R&D Delivery and Products & Platforms. She is a global business leader with a track record of delivering mission-critical products and solutions. Kavitha has over 25 years of IT industry experience and has held multiple leadership roles at Cognizant across Life Sciences, AI and Analytics, and Insurance. Over her career, Kavitha has successfully managed large-scale programs and focused on operational excellence and talent development. She is adept at turning ideas into innovative software products, and advising clients on their digital transformation and data monetization initiatives. Kavitha holds a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering and lives in NJ with her husband and two daughters.