A multidisciplinary technologist, educator, and strategic leader, Dr. Araz Khodabakhshian brings a rare blend of technical fluency, business acumen, and operational rigor to every endeavor. Her career spans consulting, product innovation, and academia—each chapter marked by a commitment to meaningful impact.At Bain & Company, Araz advised global enterprises across Technology, Media, Healthcare, and Manufacturing on high-impact initiatives, from GTM strategy and tech transformation to new venture launches and M&A diligence. She played a pivotal role in launching two AI-driven ventures in media attribution and location intelligence, reflecting her passion for cutting-edge innovation.Now at Disney Streaming, Araz leads data-informed product growth strategies that influence millions of subscribers. As a professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management, she educates the next generation of leaders in Operations & Technology Management while mentoring startups through the UCLA Anderson Venture Accelerator.With a Ph.D. in Decisions, Operations, and Technology Management from UCLA and early roots in engineering and entrepreneurship, Araz is deeply committed to representation, innovation, and community-building. She serves on the Board of the Armenian Engineers and Scientists Association and continues to champion inclusive excellence in tech.