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Preeti Lakhole
Analytics and Data Governance Leadplakhole@umd.edu
Preeti is a Senior Data Analytics and Governance leader with over 10 years of experience in the Audit, Banking, and Finance industry. She has held key roles at leading organizations including CitiBank, the World Bank Group, and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Preeti has led numerous strategic initiatives to deliver complex technology solutions for banking and finance clients, build robust data products, automate inefficient manual processes, and design centralized reporting systems that enable data governance and drive data-informed decision-making.
At the University of Maryland’s College of Information, Preeti served as Interim Program Director for the Master’s in Information Management (MIM) program during AY 2024-2025. In this role, she spearheaded curriculum restructuring, strengthened industry partnerships, and aligned the program with emerging trends in data analytics and governance to enhance student outcomes and program reputation. Preeti is also part of iConsultancy, the experiential learning program at the UMD INFO College. In this capacity, she collaborates with industry to generate and deliver real-world data analytics, UX/UI, and information management solutions for public and private sector partners. Her involvement bridges academic expertise with industry needs, providing students with hands-on experience while delivering impactful solutions to clients.
Beyond her professional and academic leadership roles, Preeti actively engages in social impact initiatives, including sponsoring children’s education and health through World Vision India and volunteering for causes focused on education and women’s empowerment.