Renowned AI, Data, and Digital Transformation Leader Brings Over 24 Years of Global Experience Across Banking, Technology, and Consulting.
Helium AI has announced the appointment of Sheetal Patole as Co-Founder, marking a significant leadership milestone as the company accelerates its next phase of global and enterprise-focused growth.
The appointment strengthens Helium AI’s ambition to evolve from a high-impact AI platform for individuals and small businesses into a trusted, enterprise-ready solution delivering consistent, real-world value at scale. Sheetal joins at a critical moment, as organizations worldwide seek to move beyond AI experimentation and deploy systems that are reliable, governed, and embedded into everyday business operations.
Sheetal Patole is a globally respected AI and Data leader, strategist, engineer, and executive with over 24 years of experience driving large-scale AI, data, and digital transformation initiatives across banking, financial services, consulting, resources, and technology sectors. She is widely recognized for her ability to bridge advanced AI capabilities with practical business outcomes, trust frameworks, and operational resilience.
Commenting on the appointment, Aniket Tapre, Founder and CEO of Neural Arc, said, “Sheetal brings exceptional depth in building and operating AI systems across complex global organizations, with a sharp focus on accountability, governance, and measurable outcomes. Her experience aligns perfectly with Helium AI’s philosophy—developing dependable AI platforms designed for sustained, real-world use. As we expand Helium AI globally, her leadership will be instrumental in shaping how enterprises adopt and trust AI at scale.”
In her new role, Sheetal will lead the evolution of Helium AI’s execution and adoption model, guiding how the platform integrates into enterprise workflows, decision environments, and core operational systems. Her focus will include ensuring transparency, responsible AI governance, and long-term scalability as organizations progress from early adoption to enterprise-wide AI deployment.
Speaking on her appointment, Sheetal Patole, Co-Founder, Neural Arc, said, “AI has moved beyond experimentation—it must now deliver real, sustainable value while remaining safe, transparent, and dependable. Joining Helium AI at this stage reflects both the ambition and responsibility of building AI that works in the real world. I look forward to partnering with Aniket and the team to support global expansion and to help organizations move AI from pilots to platforms that deliver measurable impact with trust at the core.”
Sheetal’s distinguished career includes leadership roles such as Chief Data & Information Officer at Barclays, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Macquarie Bank, and Strategist at Infosys, where she led large-scale AI, data, and analytics transformations across regions. Earlier in her career, she held senior roles at PwC, Deloitte, and EY, building deep expertise at the intersection of consulting, enterprise technology, and business strategy.
Known for her pragmatic, people-first approach to technology, Sheetal has worked closely with boards, regulators, executives, and global teams to enable secure, ethical, and business-aligned AI adoption. With this strategic leadership addition, Helium AI reinforces its commitment to building secure, compliant, and enterprise-ready AI solutions, enabling organizations worldwide to transition confidently from experimentation to scalable, real-world AI deployments.
