Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Selected Leadership Accomplishments
Core Areas Of Expertise
Timeline
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DEEPAK CHAWLA

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Digital technology leader with 19+ years of strategic leadership experience in driving digital transformations, omnichannel commerce growth, customer-centric technology innovation, and operational excellence across FoodTech, FinTech, Insurance, and E-commerce sectors. Proven record of scaling digital revenues, optimizing customer experiences, and collaborating with international teams and franchise partners in LAC, North America, Europe, and APAC.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digitech & Technology Leader (LAC & Europe)

Yum Brands
04.2023 - Current
  • Strategically leading digital transformations, aligning franchise tech roadmaps, enhancing customer experience, and accelerating revenue growth across LAC and Europe

Digitech & E Commerce Director

Pizza Hut India
Gurgaon, India
05.2017 - 03.2023
  • Led comprehensive digital and e-commerce strategies, significantly boosting revenue, customer engagement, and operational efficiency

Senior Product Lead

Rupeepower.com
Gurgaon, India
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Directed digital product initiatives for the white-label lending platform, driving successful market adoption

Chief Manager (Digital & E Commerce)

Max Life Insurance
Gurgaon, India
12.2007 - 03.2015
  • Championed online insurance sales, digital servicing innovations, and customer experience improvements, achieving substantial revenue growth and efficiency gains

Business Analyst

CIGNA Healthcare (USA)
Bloomfield, CT
06.2004 - 11.2007
  • Managed strategic requirements for enterprise technology solutions, facilitating effective cross-functional collaborations and project outcomes

Education

Master of Computer Application -

Kalinga University
India

Post Graduate Certificate - Business Management

Xavier Labor Relations Institute
India

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Central Connecticut State University
CT, USA

Bachelor of Commerce -

Delhi University
India

Skills

  • Project / Product Management
  • Agile
  • E commerce platforms
  • B2B Platform
  • Cross Functional Team Collaboration
  • Vendor Management
  • Leadership skills
  • Team Management

Certification

  • Cornell University: Digital Technology Leadership Program
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Oracle Certified Professional
  • Sun Certified Java Programmer
  • TOGAF Foundation

Selected Leadership Accomplishments

  • Drove double-digit digital sales growth in key LAC markets by launching strategic initiatives — including coupon wallet, WhatsApp ordering, and next-gen e-commerce platforms.
  • Grew mobile app revenue contribution by 2X with the launch of a new app and CRM platform (BRAZE).
  • Implemented promotional tools (coupons, gift cards) into the consumer journey, boosting average check value by 20%

Core Areas Of Expertise

Delivered multi-year digital strategies, roadmap and products, significantly enhancing franchise and business performance globally., Significantly increased digital sales contribution through optimized e-commerce and mobile channels., Implemented customer-centric digital platforms (CRM, QR ordering, WhatsApp ordering) enhancing customer retention and lifetime value., Established actionable analytics-driven feedback systems improving customer satisfaction metrics across multiple regions., Successfully streamlined technology stacks (POS, middleware integrations, digital delivery systems) to reduce service disruptions and elevate service reliability.

Timeline

Digitech & Technology Leader (LAC & Europe)

Yum Brands
04.2023 - Current

Digitech & E Commerce Director

Pizza Hut India
05.2017 - 03.2023

Senior Product Lead

Rupeepower.com
03.2015 - 12.2015

Chief Manager (Digital & E Commerce)

Max Life Insurance
12.2007 - 03.2015

Business Analyst

CIGNA Healthcare (USA)
06.2004 - 11.2007

Master of Computer Application -

Kalinga University

Post Graduate Certificate - Business Management

Xavier Labor Relations Institute

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Central Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Commerce -

Delhi University
DEEPAK CHAWLA