Praveen Edwin
About Praveen Edwin
Praveen Edwin serves as the Sr Director of IT Business Solutions Architecture at Reddy Ice, bringing over 25 years of experience in technology application across various industries. He has held significant roles at KPMG, Cognizant, and Capgemini, and possesses expertise in digital innovation, supply chain optimization, and enterprise architecture.
Current Role at Reddy Ice
Praveen Edwin serves as the Sr Director IT - Business Solutions Architecture at Reddy Ice, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Dallas, Texas, he is responsible for overseeing IT business solutions and architecture, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and driving digital innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience
Praveen Edwin has a diverse professional background with over 25 years of experience in technology and business solutions. He worked at KPMG US in various roles, including Director of CIO Advisory from 2013 to 2017 and Manager of IT Advisory Strategy & Performance from 2010 to 2013. He also held the position of Senior Consultant at Capgemini Consulting US, LLC from 2005 to 2010. Prior to these roles, he served as an HRIS Analyst at Northern Illinois University from 2003 to 2005 and as a Senior Executive in the Resource Management Group at Cognizant Technology Solutions from 1999 to 2003.
Educational Background
Praveen Edwin holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Human Resources from Loyola College, which he completed from 1995 to 1997. He furthered his education at Northern Illinois University, earning a Master of Science (MS) in Management Information Systems and Services from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from Sacred Heart College, studying from 1992 to 1995.
Expertise in Technology and Business Solutions
Praveen Edwin possesses extensive knowledge in digital innovation, including legacy modernization, web and mobile transformation, and data-driven process optimization. His expertise encompasses Robotic Process Automation, Cognitive Intelligence, Blockchain, and Big Data analytics. He specializes in supply chain management, transportation, operations, and various IT business management areas, including stakeholder alignment and enterprise architecture management.
Functional Experience
Praveen Edwin has significant functional experience in mergers, acquisitions, and spinoffs. He has worked on manufacturing systems, logistics, transportation systems, CRM, and case management systems. His broad industry experience includes sectors such as industrial manufacturing, distribution, retail consumer products, and healthcare life sciences.