Kari Escobedo is a seasoned technology executive, strategist, and board member with more than 20 years of leadership experience driving digital transformation across technology, healthcare, telecom, retail, sports, and entertainment industries. As Managing Director of Strategy 4 Innovation, Kari helps organizations leverage emerging technologies, data analytics, and process automation to accelerate growth and operational excellence. Her vision bridges business strategy and technology innovation, enabling organizations to compete and scale effectively in complex digital ecosystems.

Kari’s career includes leadership roles as SVP of IT for the Seattle Mariners and SVP/CIO for Bartell Drugs, where she led enterprise-wide modernization, infrastructure optimization, and cybersecurity initiatives. She has served on multiple boards — including MyVenue, Datafi, and advisory positions with the University of Washington Information School and Western Washington University’s College of Business and Economics — mentoring next-generation leaders in technology and data innovation. Recognized as the 2022 Washington CIO of the Year ORBIE Award winner, Kari brings proven expertise in aligning IT strategy with organizational purpose and measurable results.

As a trusted technology leader, Kari is known for championing innovation, diversity, and data-driven decision-making. Her focus on digital transformation, agile methodologies, and scalable architecture empowers businesses to optimize performance and resilience. Organizations seeking board-level insight or strategic guidance on cloud computing, AI integration, and enterprise leadership turn to Kari for her pragmatic, forward-thinking approach.