Praveen Patel
Board Member
Praveen Patel is an accomplished technology leader and strategist with experience in leading digital transformations and IT strategies. Currently, he serves as the Senior Vice President of Technology at The American Institute of Architects (AIA). In this role, Praveen is responsible for aligning AIA's digital technology strategy with its business goals, driving operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of innovation. He oversees the planning and implementation of enterprise systems and emerging technologies, ensuring superior business outcomes, enhanced service quality, and optimizing cost-effectiveness.
With over two decades of experience in technology consulting, enterprise architecture, and software consulting leadership, Praveen has successfully served clients across professional and trade associations, non-profits, software product development, and state and federal government sectors. His expertise in these areas has been instrumental in driving significant advancements and efficiencies within these organizations.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Praveen is deeply committed to volunteering and supporting youth in STEM education. He has dedicated his time to coaching and mentoring robotics teams through FIRST Robotics, judging and refereeing local and state robotics championship competitions, and volunteering at the Maryland STEM Festival and Maryland Science Bowl. Additionally, he has led his Community Association as President and board member, demonstrating his dedication to community service.
Praveen holds a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Chemistry and Systems Management. His passion for technology and community engagement continues to inspire and support the next generation of innovators.
With over two decades of experience in technology consulting, enterprise architecture, and software consulting leadership, Praveen has successfully served clients across professional and trade associations, non-profits, software product development, and state and federal government sectors. His expertise in these areas has been instrumental in driving significant advancements and efficiencies within these organizations.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Praveen is deeply committed to volunteering and supporting youth in STEM education. He has dedicated his time to coaching and mentoring robotics teams through FIRST Robotics, judging and refereeing local and state robotics championship competitions, and volunteering at the Maryland STEM Festival and Maryland Science Bowl. Additionally, he has led his Community Association as President and board member, demonstrating his dedication to community service.
Praveen holds a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Chemistry and Systems Management. His passion for technology and community engagement continues to inspire and support the next generation of innovators.