Merel Witteveen is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in operations and technology management. She began her career in the Netherlands, earning a Master's degree in Business Administration from Erasmus University Rotterdam, followed by early roles at global firms like Philips and Shell, where she honed her skills in supply chain optimization and digital transformation. Witteveen's expertise in scaling operations for high-growth tech companies led her to Silicon Valley, where she held senior positions at companies such as Oracle and Salesforce, focusing on streamlining enterprise processes and implementing AI-driven efficiencies. Her international background and strategic acumen have made her a sought-after leader in the tech industry, blending European precision with American innovation. Throughout her career, Witteveen has achieved notable milestones, including leading a major operational overhaul at Salesforce that reduced costs by 25% while enhancing customer satisfaction metrics. She has been recognized with awards such as the Women in Tech Leadership Award in 2020 and has contributed to industry publications on AI ethics and operational resilience. Witteveen's achievements also include spearheading sustainability initiatives that aligned corporate operations with global ESG standards, resulting in significant reductions in carbon footprints for her teams. Her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and foster cross-functional collaboration has consistently driven revenue growth and operational excellence in dynamic markets. As Senior Vice President of Operations at C3 AI Inc. (Class A), Witteveen plays a pivotal role in overseeing the company's global operational strategy, ensuring seamless execution of AI enterprise solutions for clients across industries like energy, manufacturing, and finance. She leads a team responsible for supply chain management, process automation, and scalability efforts, directly contributing to C3 AI's mission of accelerating digital transformation. Under her leadership, the operations division has enhanced deployment timelines and improved system reliability, supporting the company's rapid expansion and commitment to delivering cutting-edge AI platforms.