Tejas Totade
Chief Technology Officer and Head of AI - Ruder Finn
Tejas, Ruder Finn’s Chief Technology Officer and Head of AI, brings over 15 years of expertise to his role, where he spearheads the identification, experimentation, and development of innovative, data-driven strategies at the intersection of emerging technologies and the future of communications.
Tejas leads the RF TechLab initiative, focusing on the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies with communications. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in positioning Ruder Finn at the forefront of the industry. Additionally, he coleads RF Studio 53, Ruder Finn’s AI-powered creative studio, which offers clients a comprehensive suite of creative services—from design and branding to immersive experiences in AI, AR, and the metaverse. Beyond this, Tejas oversees research and insights for clients, leveraging a unique combination of proprietary methodologies and advanced enterprise-level analytics tools.
Holding a master’s degree in computer science, Tejas has garnered numerous industry accolades for his contributions, including induction into PRWeek’s esteemed “40 Under 40” list and recognition on PRovoke Media’s “Innovator 25 – North America” list. PRWeek also highlighted him as one of the 25 most influential figures in communications technology, particularly for his work in AI, as part of its Dashboard 25: AI Edition. Further, PRNews recognized Tejas as one of the most influential individuals in PR under its “Agency Innovators” category, while PRovoke Media named him Data Professional of the Year.
