Summary
Leela Krishna is a seasoned program management executive with 13+ years leading large-scale enterprise technology and re-engineering programs, now serving as Portfolio Leader for Enterprise AI at Palo Alto Networks. She combines an MBA with PMP, CSM, SAFe and ITIL certifications and a unique blend of domain expertise across Enterprise AI, CPQ, CRM, MDM and product BOM modeling. Known for steering cross-functional, global teams through complex quote-to-cash, master data and AI/ML initiatives, she has driven measurable margin and scalability gains at ServiceNow, Oracle and now Palo Alto Networks. Leela routinely advises senior executives, runs portfolio reviews and translates strategic goals into delivery roadmaps while also acting as a hands-on Scrum Master and mentor to engineering teams. Beyond corporate impact, she is a committed volunteer coach and mentor—supporting PMI NextGen leaders, Bay Area graduate students and veterans transitioning to civilian program management roles. Her background uniquely blends product-level MDM and CPQ technical depth with enterprise AI strategy, making her a sought-after Silicon Valley speaker and subject-matter expert.
13 years of coding experience