Mattel Appoints Sai Koorapati Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) has appointed Sai Koorapati as Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, effective August 19, 2024. Koorapati, who will report to CFO Anthony DiSilvestro, brings over 25 years of technology leadership experience to the role. He will oversee all aspects of Mattel's technology innovation and implementation, including shared platforms, software and hardware development, AI, and connected product design.
Koorapati joins Mattel from Topgolf Callaway Brands, where he led a successful digital transformation initiative. His experience includes leadership positions at TaylorMade Golf and international roles in India, Malaysia, Japan, and the UK. Koorapati holds engineering degrees from Andhra University College of Engineering and the National Institute of Industrial Engineering in India.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) ha nominato Sai Koorapati come Vice Presidente Senior e Chief Technology Officer, a partire dal 19 agosto 2024. Koorapati, che riporterà al CFO Anthony DiSilvestro, porta con sé oltre 25 anni di esperienza nella leadership tecnologica. Si occuperà di tutti gli aspetti dell'innovazione e dell'implementazione tecnologica di Mattel, comprese le piattaforme condivise, lo sviluppo di software e hardware, l'IA e la progettazione di prodotti connessi.
Koorapati si unisce a Mattel dopo aver lavorato per Topgolf Callaway Brands, dove ha guidato una riuscita iniziativa di trasformazione digitale. La sua esperienza include posizioni di leadership presso TaylorMade Golf e ruoli internazionali in India, Malesia, Giappone e Regno Unito. Koorapati ha conseguito lauree in ingegneria presso l'Andhra University College of Engineering e il National Institute of Industrial Engineering in India.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) ha nombrado a Sai Koorapati como Vicepresidente Senior y Director de Tecnología, con efecto a partir del 19 de agosto de 2024. Koorapati, que reportará al CFO Anthony DiSilvestro, aporta más de 25 años de experiencia en liderazgo tecnológico al cargo. Supervisará todos los aspectos de la innovación e implementación tecnológica de Mattel, incluidas las plataformas compartidas, el desarrollo de software y hardware, la IA y el diseño de productos conectados.
Koorapati se une a Mattel después de haber trabajado en Topgolf Callaway Brands, donde lideró una exitosa iniciativa de transformación digital. Su experiencia incluye puestos de liderazgo en TaylorMade Golf y roles internacionales en India, Malasia, Japón y el Reino Unido. Koorapati tiene títulos en ingeniería de la Andhra University College of Engineering y del National Institute of Industrial Engineering en India.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT)는 Sai Koorapati를 수석 부사장 및 최고 기술 책임자(CTO)로 임명하였으며, 이 임기는 2024년 8월 19일부터 시작됩니다. Koorapati는 CFO인 Anthony DiSilvestro에게 보고하며, 25년 이상의 기술 리더십 경험을 가지고 있습니다. 그는 Mattel의 기술 혁신 및 구현의 모든 측면을 감독하며, 공유 플랫폼, 소프트웨어 및 하드웨어 개발, AI, 연결 제품 디자인 등을 포함합니다.
Koorapati는 Topgolf Callaway Brands에서 성공적인 디지털 변환 이니셔티브를 이끌어 온 경력이 있습니다. 그의 경험은 TaylorMade Golf의 리더십 직책과 인도, 말레이시아, 일본 및 영국에서의 국제적 역할을 포함합니다. Koorapati는 인도의 Andhra University College of Engineering과 National Institute of Industrial Engineering에서 공학 학위를 취득했습니다.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) a nommé Sai Koorapati au poste de Vice-Président Senior et Directeur Technique, à compter du 19 août 2024. Koorapati, qui rapportera au CFO Anthony DiSilvestro, apporte plus de 25 ans d'expérience en leadership technologique à ce poste. Il supervisera tous les aspects de l'innovation et de la mise en œuvre technologique chez Mattel, y compris les plateformes partagées, le développement de logiciels et de matériel, l'IA et la conception de produits connectés.
Koorapati rejoint Mattel après avoir travaillé chez Topgolf Callaway Brands, où il a dirigé une initiative réussie de transformation numérique. Son expérience comprend des postes de direction chez TaylorMade Golf et des rôles internationaux en Inde, en Malaisie, au Japon et au Royaume-Uni. Koorapati est titulaire de diplômes en ingénierie de l'Andhra University College of Engineering et du National Institute of Industrial Engineering en Inde.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) hat Sai Koorapati zum Senior Vice President und Chief Technology Officer ernannt, der ab dem 19. August 2024 tätig sein wird. Koorapati, der an CFO Anthony DiSilvestro berichten wird, bringt mehr als 25 Jahre Erfahrung in der Technologie-Leitung in diese Rolle ein. Er wird alle Aspekte der technologischen Innovation und Umsetzung bei Mattel überwachen, einschließlich gemeinsamer Plattformen, Software- und Hardware-Entwicklung, KI und der Gestaltung vernetzter Produkte.
Koorapati kommt zu Mattel von Topgolf Callaway Brands, wo er eine erfolgreiche digitale Transformationsinitiative leitete. Zu seinen Erfahrungen gehören Führungspositionen bei TaylorMade Golf sowie internationale Rollen in Indien, Malaysia, Japan und Großbritannien. Koorapati hat Ingenieurabschlüsse vom Andhra University College of Engineering und vom National Institute of Industrial Engineering in Indien.
- Appointment of an experienced technology leader with 25+ years of experience
- Koorapati's track record in digital transformation and innovation
- Expertise in enterprise applications, customer-facing systems, and cybersecurity
- International experience that could benefit Mattel's global operations
- None.
Sai Koorapati (Photo: Business Wire)
DiSilvestro said, “We are thrilled to welcome Sai to our leadership team at Mattel. He brings to our company a strong track record leading digital transformations and proven experience across enterprise applications, customer-facing systems, and cybersecurity tools. We look forward to the benefit of Sai’s expertise navigating complex technological landscapes and empowering innovation at Mattel.”
In his role, Koorapati oversees all aspects of Mattel’s technology innovation and implementation, including shared platforms, software and hardware development, artificial intelligence (AI), and connected product design and creation. He also leads Mattel’s online security and privacy.
With over 25 years of technology leadership experience, Koorapati joins Mattel from his most recent role as Senior Vice President, Global Information Technology at Topgolf Callaway Brands where for the past 10 years he led a company-wide digital transformation initiative, resulting in significant growth acceleration, profitability gains, and enhanced risk management during a period of four major acquisitions. He led a high-performing technology team that delivered innovative solutions, including world-class ERP, e-commerce, and analytics platforms.
Previously, Koorapati held leadership positions at TaylorMade Golf, Gathering Storm Group of Companies, and other technology and manufacturing companies. He has a strong foundation in technology and business operations, with international experience in
Koorapati added: “I am proud to join Mattel’s world-class management team, which highly values collaboration and is eager to innovate with technology. The company’s brands have long held a special place in my heart and I look forward to leveraging technology to help advance Mattel’s strategy to grow its IP-driven toy business and expand its entertainment offering.”
Koorapati holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Andhra University College of Engineering in
About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.
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