Pravin Kakaraddi
About Pravin Kakaraddi
Pravin Kakaraddi serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Data at Inspire Brands, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in data management and analytics, having held various roles at notable companies such as The Coca-Cola Company and Manheim.
Work at Inspire Brands
Pravin Kakaraddi serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Data at Inspire Brands, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has led significant initiatives, including the implementation of a Customer Data Platform (mParticle), which improved digital marketing efforts and increased ROI in paid channels by 8%. He also developed a multi-brand Menu Management solution (Menu MDM) to streamline menu creation and management across the organization. Additionally, he implemented a Dynamic Pricing solution aimed at achieving a 3% revenue growth and created a Comparative Sales Reporting system that provides daily insights to executives. Kakaraddi has also established a new development center for Inspire Brands' Data program in India to support the company's insourcing strategy.
Professional Background
Before joining Inspire Brands, Pravin Kakaraddi held various roles in notable organizations. He worked at The Coca-Cola Company as the Director of Integration COE for one year and as the Business Intelligence & Integration Delivery Manager for three years. His experience also includes serving as a Technology Business Manager and Data Architect at Manheim, where he worked for a total of over two years. Kakaraddi's career began at CGI, where he spent a decade as a Senior Consultant. His early roles included a position as an ETL Architect at Tractor Supply Company and a Project Manager at Habitat for Humanity International.
Education and Expertise
Pravin Kakaraddi holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Oklahoma, which he completed from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Manipal Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. Furthering his education, Kakaraddi obtained an MBA in Finance from Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business, completing the program from 2006 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data management and business intelligence.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, Pravin Kakaraddi has led various successful projects that have contributed to organizational efficiencies and revenue growth. At Inspire Brands, he has implemented a Dynamic Pricing solution and established a Comparative Sales Reporting system, both of which aim to enhance operational performance. His leadership in developing a Customer Data Platform has also significantly impacted digital marketing strategies. Kakaraddi's experience in integrating technology solutions across multiple organizations showcases his ability to drive data-centric initiatives effectively.