Archie Deskus

EVP & CTO at PayPal

Archie Deskus, an accomplished IT executive, excels in leading technology-enabled transformations for global companies in aerospace, industrials, oilfield services, technology, and consumer products. With a robust track record, she partners with CEOs and boards to assess technology's impact, fostering business growth, profitability, and innovation. Currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at PayPal, Archie oversees global technology, engineering, information, and data science organizations. Her role involves shaping PayPal's technology strategy, priorities, and data-driven operating model. Previously, she served as Senior Vice President and CIO at Intel and HPE, driving IT transformation for growth. Archie's extensive career includes CIO roles at Baker Hughes, Ingersoll Rand, Timex, and United Technologies. A board member at East West Bank and Cognizant, Archie holds an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management Information Systems from Boston University.

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