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As global chief innovation officer,
Joe Depa leads the global EY organization’s AI, data and innovation strategies. Joe’s team pioneers the adoption of technologies that provide real value — from new services to better ways of working. As the global spokesperson on innovation and technology disruption, Joe advocates for trusted AI, applied innovation, AI-ready data, next frontier tech (including quantum) and "innovation muscle" to help empower our people and clients to unlock value.
Joe has received numerous industry honors, including being #1 on Technori’s 2025 "Top 10 Innovation Leaders to Follow" list, recognized among World Summit AI Top 50 Data and AI Leaders, and Fast Company’s "World Changing Ideas." Previously, Joe was the inaugural Chief Data and AI Officer for an academic medical center. He was also a senior managing director and member on the global leadership team at another professional services firm leading data and AI, overseeing board-level initiatives across industries.
ContributorAs global chief innovation officer, Joe Depa leads the global EY organization’s AI, data and innovation strategies. Joe’s team pioneers the adoption of technologies that provide real value — from new services to better ways of working. As the global spokesperson on innovation and technology disruption, Joe advocates for trusted AI, applied innovation, AI-ready data, next frontier tech (including quantum) and "innovation muscle" to help empower our people and clients to unlock value.
