Meenal Iyer

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ABOUT MEENAL IYER

I build intelligent enterprises.For 25+ years across SaaS, fintech, retail, and travel, I have led data organizations that convert business complexity into measurable growth, operational efficiency, and durable competitive advantage.As SVP of Data at SurveyMonkey, I own enterprise Data, Analytics, AI/ML. My mandate is clear:Move AI from experimentation to dependable infrastructure.I focus on three outcomes:• Embedding AI into core business workflows, not isolated pilots• Codifying business logic as governed infrastructure so AI operates on trusted definitions• Aligning product-led growth, marketing intelligence, and operational analytics into a unified decision systemAI moves fast. In enterprises, speed without semantic precision creates risk. My work centers on building AI systems that are accurate, governed, and production-ready at scale.Beyond operating roles, I advise venture firms including Theory Ventures and Team8 on Data and AI investments. I serve on advisory boards for AI-native startups, guiding product strategy, data architecture, and AI readiness from zero to scale.I regularly engage with executive and board audiences on:• Enterprise AI strategy and risk• Governance as a growth enabler• Data monetization and intelligent automation• Building high-performing data organizationsI write at The Data Wall (https://thedatawall.medium.com/) and The Intelligence Stack (https://substack.com/@thedatawall), where I share practical operating lessons on responsibly scaling AI within complex organizations If you are scaling AI inside an enterprise or investing in companies that are, I welcome conversations grounded in real-world execution.