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# Commerce Names Sri Subramanian as Head of Data and AI
- URL: https://www.theleftshift.com/commerce-names-sri-subramanian-as-head-of-data-and-ai/
- Published: 2026-09-01T14:49:33.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-01T14:49:33.000Z
- Description: Earlier, Subramanian spent nearly five years at SurveyMonkey leading a company-wide data transformation, building its data platform and a global data organisation spanning engineering, data science, ML, BI and governance.
- Author: The Left Shift Bureau
- Tags: Leadership Moves

Commerce has appointed data and AI executive [Sri Subramanian](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sri-subramanian-a6376137/?ref=theleftshift.com) as its new Head of Data and AI, as the company looks to strengthen its data strategy, AI and analytics capabilities.

Commerce is a technology company that helps businesses build and scale digital commerce experiences. Its platform brings together commerce capabilities, data and technology to support companies in delivering personalised customer experiences, streamlining operations and driving growth across digital channels.

Subramanian announced the appointment on LinkedIn, saying his mandate will focus on using data and AI to drive measurable business outcomes and translate advanced technology capabilities into actionable insights.

> *"As I step into this new chapter at Commerce, my mission is clear: driving tangible business outcomes through robust data strategies and actionable insights. The opportunity to bridge the gap between advanced AI and analytical capabilities and real-world business value is massive, and I can’t wait to dive in with the team,"* 
> *he said.*

Subramanian brings experience across data platform strategy, AI, analytics and cloud transformation, with a focus on connecting emerging technologies with business requirements. At Commerce, he said his mission is to build robust data strategies while helping the organisation extract greater value from its data and AI investments.

Before joining Commerce, Subramanian spent a short but impactful period at [Snowflake](https://www.theleftshift.com/snowflake-launches-dynamic-model-routing-to-cut-enterprise-ai-cost/), where he said he gained exposure to the rapidly developing field of agentic AI. He also said he would continue his relationship with Snowflake in his new role, this time as a customer. 

Earlier, Subramanian spent nearly five years at SurveyMonkey leading a company-wide data transformation, building its data platform and a global data organisation spanning engineering, data science, ML, BI and governance. 

At Commerce, Subramanian will work with the leadership and technology teams, including Avion M. R., to advance the company's data and AI agenda. His appointment comes as enterprises increasingly shift from AI experimentation toward deploying data and AI capabilities that deliver measurable business value.