Naveen Krishna is a technology executive with more than 25 years of experience across the retail, automotive aftermarket, distribution and consumer products industries. He serves as Chief Information & Digital Officer at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), where he leads the company’s global strategy and execution across digital, technology, cybersecurity, data and artificial intelligence (AI).
Naveen Krishna was appointed Chief Information & Digital Officer of JLR in April 2026, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer. His role places him at the centre of JLR’s digital and technology transformation as the company continues to develop connected, data-driven and digitally enabled luxury mobility experiences.
Before joining JLR, Naveen served as Chief Information & Digital Officer at Genuine Parts Company, where he was part of the executive team. He was responsible for technology, digital profit and loss, data, cybersecurity and AI acceleration across 17 countries, supporting a large-scale automotive and industrial parts distribution network.
Earlier in his career, Naveen held technology leadership roles at Macy’s, The Home Depot and Target, following his early professional experience with FedEx and Deloitte Consulting. His career has focused strongly on digital transformation, technology strategy, data platforms and the development of high-performance product and engineering teams.
Naveen Krishna has particular expertise in omnichannel platforms, machine learning, AI-driven decision-making, data engineering and cybersecurity. He is also the recipient of four US patents related to machine-learning and AI-driven search optimisation.
He holds an MBA from Georgia Institute of Technology, a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Mysore University, India. His combination of engineering education, business leadership and technology expertise gives him a distinctive perspective on the transformation of the automotive industry.
At JLR, Naveen Krishna is helping shape the company’s approach to artificial intelligence, digital transformation, cybersecurity, connected technologies and data-driven automotive innovation. His leadership contributes to JLR’s broader evolution toward a more technology-led and digitally integrated luxury mobility business.
With extensive experience across technology, automotive aftermarket, digital transformation, AI and global operations, Naveen Krishna is an emerging technology leader in the automotive industry, contributing to the future of connected mobility, intelligent vehicles, digital customer experiences and next-generation automotive technology.
