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Ravi Bhatarai, ModeratorHead of IT & Security, Pritzker GroupWith more than 15 years of leadership experience, Ravi brings deep technical expertise in IT, security, and cloud transformation, aligning technology initiatives with business strategy, operational resilience, and risk management.
Ravi’s industry experience spans private equity, venture capital, manufacturing, and Fortune 500 organizations. He is known for applying technology thoughtfully to drive measurable business value while strengthening cybersecurity posture and enterprise governance. His cross-industry perspective allows him to bridge the gap between technical execution and board-level oversight of risk and innovation.
Ravi was named a 2025 Chicago CISO of the Year Nominee in recognition of his leadership and contributions to the cybersecurity community. He also serves in board and advisory roles with Rockford University, the Global Cybersecurity Initiative, and Techlink Africa, supporting education, industry collaboration, and global cyber advancement.
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