SEI Chief AI Strategist appointments expanded on as the Pennsylvania-based financial technology and investment services company announced a series of executive leadership changes aimed at advancing artificial intelligence deployment and enterprise data initiatives across the organization. The company named Sneha Shah as Chief AI Strategist, appointed Michael Tryniszewski as Head of AI Orchestration, and selected William Coffey to serve as Chief Data Officer as part of a broader effort to strengthen operational capabilities tied to AI and data management.
The appointments were announced from SEI’s headquarters in Oaks, Pennsylvania. Company executives stated that the leadership changes are intended to support the integration of artificial intelligence across business operations, client services, technology functions, and product development while reinforcing governance and data strategy initiatives.
SEI Expands Executive Oversight for Artificial Intelligence Initiatives
The newly created leadership structure assigns distinct responsibilities across strategic planning, implementation, and data management functions.
In her new role, Shah will oversee enterprise AI strategy while continuing to lead SEI Next, the company’s innovation unit. Her responsibilities include directing how the company develops, acquires, and partners on technologies designed to expand its product portfolio and business capabilities. The position also includes responsibility for representing the company externally on AI-related initiatives and helping guide long-term strategic decisions involving emerging technologies.
SEI stated that Shah’s team will focus on advancing projects involving client experience improvements, agentic workflows, AI-enabled services, data offerings, and technology collaborations. The company identified fintech partnerships, including work involving Avantos, as part of these initiatives.
The executive appointments come as SEI continues integrating AI technologies into multiple business functions. Company leadership described artificial intelligence as a core component of its operating model and future business strategy.
Ryan Hicke, SEI’s Chief Executive Officer, stated that AI has become an important business capability for financial services firms and requires dedicated leadership, governance, and accountability structures. He said the appointments are intended to strengthen the company’s ability to deploy AI technologies while supporting growth and operational objectives.
Sneha Shah Takes Expanded Strategic Leadership Role
Shah brings more than 25 years of experience in strategy, innovation, enterprise transformation, and financial markets technology to the position.
Before joining SEI in 2023, she held senior leadership roles at London Stock Exchange Group, Refinitiv, and Thomson Reuters. Throughout her career, her work has focused on data, artificial intelligence, and financial services technologies.
Since arriving at SEI, Shah has led the development of SEI Next, which serves as the company’s innovation and venture-building division. The company credits her with helping establish frameworks for integrating artificial intelligence into business operations while supporting the development of an AI-native operating model.
Under her expanded responsibilities, Shah will oversee decisions involving technology partnerships, acquisitions, investments, and internal development efforts related to AI capabilities. The role also includes evaluating how emerging technologies can contribute to long-term business objectives and client outcomes.
According to the company, her leadership team will work across multiple business units to accelerate innovation efforts and coordinate AI-related initiatives throughout the enterprise.
Shah stated that SEI intends to focus on AI applications that support decision-making, operational effectiveness, and measurable business outcomes. She also noted the company’s approach includes determining when to build proprietary technology internally and when to pursue partnerships, investments, or acquisitions.
New AI Orchestration Function Focuses on Enterprise Deployment
Michael Tryniszewski will lead the newly established AI Orchestration function, which is designed to oversee the implementation of AI technologies across operational and business areas.
Reporting to Shah, Tryniszewski will coordinate AI deployment activities involving product teams, technology operations, risk management, compliance functions, and business units. His role centers on moving AI projects from pilot phases into broader enterprise use.
SEI stated that the position was created to help standardize implementation efforts and shorten the timeline between experimentation and operational deployment. The company also indicated the role will focus on ensuring AI initiatives align with governance and business requirements while supporting client-facing and internal processes.
Tryniszewski brings more than two decades of experience in enterprise transformation and technology leadership. Prior to joining SEI, he held senior positions at Takeda, where he led data and AI programs within a large global organization.
His previous responsibilities included designing governance frameworks, implementing operating models, and supporting enterprise-scale technology adoption efforts. SEI said that experience will be applied to expanding AI capabilities across its operations.
The creation of the AI Orchestration role reflects the company’s effort to establish dedicated oversight for implementation activities as AI adoption expands beyond experimental and pilot programs.
William Coffey Named Chief Data Officer
The third leadership appointment places William Coffey in charge of SEI’s enterprise data strategy.
As Chief Data Officer, Coffey will report to Chief Technology Officer Zach Womack and oversee efforts involving data governance, data asset management, and the development of a unified data and AI framework.
Company officials stated that data infrastructure serves as a foundational component of AI deployment efforts. Coffey’s responsibilities include evaluating the commercial value of data assets, developing data products, establishing pricing structures, and supporting broader adoption of data-driven services.
The role also includes oversight of governance and security measures related to enterprise data management.
Coffey joins SEI with experience in technology, risk management, cybersecurity, and operations leadership. Most recently, he served as Chief Risk and Data Officer at AKUVO. He previously held leadership positions at WSFS Bank and Vanguard, where he managed initiatives involving data strategy, risk oversight, and technology operations.
SEI stated that Coffey’s appointment is intended to strengthen the company’s ability to manage and activate data resources while supporting AI-related initiatives throughout the organization.
