Nipa Chakravarti

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Nipa Chakravarti joined the University of Calgary as Vice-President (Digital Transformation and Technology) & Chief Transformation Officer in November 2025, bringing more than two decades of senior leadership experience spanning operations, marketing and trading, customer service, finance, IT, regulatory affairs and business development across the energy, utilities, finance and telecommunications sectors. She has led large-scale, company-wide transformations, operationalizing innovative strategies, and building high-performing, customer-focused teams.

Throughout her career, Nipa has led major initiatives including creating new business units, significantly expanding customer bases and delivering value through complex transformation programs. She has managed initiatives such as smart metering projects, renegotiation of electricity franchises with over 140 municipalities, and modernization of IT and cybersecurity platforms at large organizations.

Nipa’s leadership extends to mentorship, having guided 16 leaders from staff to VP level, and board governance, serving on the boards of ENMAX Corporation and the Prostate Cancer Centre. Her professional credentials include a Bachelor of Management from Queen’s University, CPA, CA designation, and certification from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D).

At the University of Calgary, she applies her expertise in transformation, digital strategy and organizational leadership to strengthen institutional effectiveness through innovative technology and strategic initiatives. Outside of work, Nipa is dedicated to mentoring young professionals and actively participating in community initiatives.