Raj Challa
About Raj Challa
Raj Challa is the Director of Data, Privacy, and AI Governance at MassMutual in Boston, Massachusetts.
Current Role at MassMutual
Raj Challa serves as the Director of Data, Privacy, and AI Governance at MassMutual in Boston, Massachusetts. He is responsible for overseeing the governance of data privacy and implementing artificial intelligence policies within the organization. His role involves driving strategies related to data management and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
Previous Roles at Fidelity Investments
From 2017 to 2020, Raj Challa worked at Fidelity Investments as Vice President, Advance Analytics and AI Governance. During his tenure, he led initiatives in advanced analytics and formulated governance protocols for artificial intelligence systems. He was integral in developing frameworks that guided the company's use of AI and data analytics.
Experience at Capital One
Raj Challa has significant experience at Capital One, where he held various roles. He was Director of Data Analysis from 2015 to 2017, Senior Manager of Data Analysis from 2012 to 2015, and Data Analysis Manager from 2010 to 2012. Located in Richmond, Virginia, his work involved in-depth data analysis and management. He specialized in consumer credit card data, account acquisition, customer management, and credit bureau data.
Educational Background
Raj Challa holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences, achieved in 2002. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Osmania University, completed in 2001. Additionally, he is a certified Management Accountant from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, where he studied from 1997 to 2000.
Expertise in Data Strategies and Marketing Campaigns
Raj Challa has extensive experience in developing and driving data strategies, including migrating applications and analytics to the cloud. He is skilled in creating modeling and scoring objectives by consulting with business and statistician leaders. Raj has deep expertise in developing data visualizations to communicate results effectively to senior leaders. He also collaborates with external vendors such as Epsilon and Acxiom to develop marketing campaigns.