Judging Panel
Naga Palakurti
Naga Palakurti is a seasoned Solution Architect with over 23+ years of expertise in the IT industry, specializing in the Financial , insurance domains and state benefits eligibility. Naga Palakurti is a highly accomplished and results-driven Solution architect with a proven track record in business analysis, solution architecture, and driving business and technical transformations. With extensive experience in advanced software solutions and products, as well as leading the Centers of Excellence of prestigious organizations, Naga has consistently delivered outstanding outcomes. In his current role as a Solution Architect at TCS/Bank of America, Naga leads the charge in designing, implementing, and enhancing cutting-edge algorithms utilizing AI/ML with Business Rules Management systems (Risk Management applications/Data Manipulations), predictive analytics, and adaptive analytics. His expertise enables the creation of contextual, relevant, and personalized customer experiences across TCS’s Banking applications and Check deposit and credit card business units, resulting in increased profitability, customer loyalty, and sustained growth. Naga’s past accomplishments include spearheading the design, development, and successful execution of multiple large-scale projects Risk management in the Financial/Insurance industry/State benefits, specifically in areas such as Check deposit, Auto Lending, Home insurance, State Eligibility benefits (SNAP, TANF, Medicare) management, and Childcare management systems. Holding a Master of Computer Science in College of Engineering from Osmania University (India), and a Post Graduate Program in AI and Machine Learning – at Purdue University. Naga possesses a strong foundation of academic excellence to complement his extensive professional experience. Naga has showcased expertise in Business Rules Management System Apps and ODM, enabling the development of powerful systems with automation capabilities and effective Risk-tracking mechanisms. Naga has increased productivity through efficiency optimizations, and improved performance by effectively managing check frauds, Credit card fraud, and Insurance eligibility systems.