Gagandeep Chahal stands at the forefront of data innovation as a distinguished Data Engineering Executive, bringing over 15 years of profound expertise in Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Engineering. As Vice President of Data & Analytics at Regions Bank, USA, he spearheads a high-performing team of BI Developers, Data Warehouse Architects, and Analysts, orchestrating transformative data engineering and analytics strategies across the enterprise. In his leadership role, he also champions robust data governance frameworks, drives data quality initiatives, and ensures compliance with rigorous financial and cybersecurity standards.
Renowned for his passion for precision, security, and impact-driven insights, Gagandeep is dedicated to delivering sophisticated, scalable data solutions that empower business decision-making. He nurtures a collaborative and innovative culture, mentoring the next generation of data professionals. His academic pedigree includes dual Master’s degrees in Engineering from the US and an Executive Leadership endorsement from the prestigious Cornell University, underscoring his technical prowess and strategic vision.
Gagandeep’s industry leadership has been recognized with numerous accolades, including being named among the Top 100 Data & AI Leaders in North America for 2025 and receiving the International Achievers Award in 2024. As a Fellow Member of both BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and IETE, as well as a Senior with IEEE, he is celebrated for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of data and technology.
A published author with CDO Magazine and The AI Journal, Gagandeep shares authoritative insights on data strategy and best practices. He also serves as a respected judge and mentor for esteemed platforms such as NASA, Future Engineers Org, The Stevie Awards, and JA City—demonstrating his unwavering commitment to guiding the future of STEM and executive leadership.