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McKesson Elevates Pavan Kuchulakanti to Vice President, Engineering, Data & AI
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McKesson has promoted Pavan Kuchulakanti to Vice President, Engineering, Data & AI, entrusting him with leading the technology separation and transformation efforts that will establish the digital foundation for the company's new Medical Surgical business.
The appointment places Pavan at the forefront of one of McKesson's most significant technology initiatives, focused on building a secure, cloud-first, and AI-enabled platform that supports long-term innovation and business growth.
Building the Technology Foundation for a New Business
Announcing the promotion on LinkedIn, Pavan described the opportunity as far more than a career milestone, calling it a chance to help build a company from the ground up.
He shared that his focus will be on delivering a secure, scalable, cloud-first technology foundation while leading the separation from McKesson and positioning the new Medical Surgical organization for future growth.
As enterprises continue modernizing their technology infrastructure, large-scale business separations demand robust data architectures, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and AI-ready capabilities that enable operational continuity while accelerating innovation.
Leading Data, Cloud and AI Transformation
In his expanded role, Pavan will oversee engineering, data, cloud, and AI initiatives that underpin the company's technology transformation strategy.
His leadership will focus on creating modern digital capabilities that not only support the separation process but also provide the flexibility and scalability required for a standalone healthcare organization. By combining cloud-native technologies with data-driven decision-making and AI, the business aims to build a resilient platform capable of supporting future innovation.
Acknowledging Leadership and Team Collaboration
Reflecting on the milestone, Pavan thanked Ellery Fisher for the trust, mentorship, and opportunities that helped shape his leadership journey.
He also recognized the contributions of colleagues and teams across the organization, emphasizing that the achievement reflects the collective effort and collaboration required to deliver complex transformation initiatives.
Looking Ahead
As McKesson advances the creation of its new Medical Surgical business, Pavan will play a central role in building the technology infrastructure that supports the organization's long-term ambitions.
His leadership across engineering, cloud, data, and AI will help establish the digital capabilities needed to drive innovation, operational excellence, and customer value in the years ahead.
About McKesson
McKesson is a global healthcare services company providing pharmaceutical distribution, medical supplies, healthcare technology, and clinical solutions that help improve patient care and healthcare delivery. The company supports providers, pharmacies, manufacturers, and health systems through technology-enabled healthcare services worldwide.