Pedro Uria-Recio

Pedro Uria-Recio is a globally recognized AI and digital transformation leader with over 20 years of experience delivering measurable impact for multinational corporations. As Chief Data & AI Officer at Southeast Asia’s 5th largest bank, he bridges business goals with cutting-edge AI technologies to drive large-scale transformations.

Pedro has held leadership other roles at Asia’s top conglomerates, including True Corporation and Axiata Group, where he led AI innovations in advertising, credit scoring, and digital growth across multiple markets. A former McKinsey & Company consultant, he combines strategic vision with deep technical expertise and a passion for building high-performing AI and digital teams.

An influential voice in AI, Pedro was a visiting lecturer at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, a Forbes Technology Council member, and a two-time TEDx speaker. He was named one of the Top 100 Global Innovators in Data and Analytics (2020) and received the Cloudera Industry Transformation Award(2019).

Pedro is the author of "How AI Will Shape Our Future" (2024), translated into five languages, achieving Amazon bestseller status in the United States, Canada, France, and Germany.

He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. A sought-after keynote speaker, Pedro shares insights on bridging AI and business strategy to drive innovation and tangible results.