David Dean

Principal Architect · AI & Data Intelligence Leader · Strategic Advisor

Executive Profile

Technology leader focused on AI-driven transformation, enterprise modernization, and governance-led innovation.

Overview

David Dean is a senior technology and business leader with deep expertise in artificial intelligence, data intelligence, and modern application ecosystems. He works with executive teams to translate organizational ambiguity into clear strategy, disciplined execution, and measurable business outcomes.

His work centers on aligning business priorities, operating models, and technology delivery— helping organizations modernize legacy environments, introduce governed AI capabilities, and scale intelligent automation responsibly.

Leadership Focus

Business-first AI leadership and enterprise transformation.

Strategic Leadership

David partners closely with C-level executives, business leaders, and technology organizations to define transformation roadmaps, governance models, and delivery structures that support long-term value realization.

His leadership approach blends vision with execution—establishing accountability frameworks, architectural standards, and delivery discipline that allow teams to move quickly without sacrificing security, quality, or trust.

Core Capabilities

Where strategy, architecture, and execution converge.

Areas of Expertise

  • AI Strategy, Governance, and Responsible Adoption
  • Enterprise Data & Analytics Architecture
  • Intelligent Automation and Modern Application Platforms
  • Operating Model and Capability Design
  • Executive Advisory and Transformation Roadmapping

Experience

Senior leadership roles across consulting, healthcare, and regulated enterprise environments.

Principal Architect & Data Intelligence Technical Lead — MicroAge

Leads business-first AI transformation initiatives, enterprise solution architecture, and governed delivery across automation, data platforms, and AI-enabled systems. Acts as a strategic bridge between executive priorities and technical execution.

Automation Engineering Manager — Centene Corporation

Directed enterprise adoption of intelligent automation and Microsoft Copilot at scale within a Fortune 25 healthcare organization. Established governance, delivery models, and organizational enablement for secure AI adoption.

Enterprise Architecture & Engineering Leadership

Previously served in senior architecture and engineering roles guiding large-scale modernization, cloud migration, security transformation, and collaboration strategy across financial services, insurance, and public sector organizations.

Professional Orientation

How David approaches transformation work.

Operating Philosophy

David approaches technology as an organizational force—not merely a technical one. His work emphasizes clarity over hype, governance over shortcuts, and sustainable capability over one-time transformation efforts.

He is particularly focused on how AI reshapes decision-making, accountability, and trust inside organizations—often long before leaders consciously recognize the impact.