Avi Saxena

Avi Saxena is the Chief Technology Officer at Warner Bros. Discovery, where he is responsible for defining the global strategy, vision, and execution of all consumer-facing products and platforms. He has been a central architect of the company’s transformation into a technology-driven, streaming-first leader, overseeing the development and scaling of world-class products including HBO Max, Discovery+, Eurosport, and CNN. His leadership is distinguished by the ability to align technological excellence with creative ambition, positioning Warner Bros. Discovery at the forefront of digital entertainment.
Today, Avi is spearheading the application of Artificial Intelligence to reimagine the future of media and consumer engagement. His vision goes beyond operational efficiency—he views AI as a transformative force capable of amplifying creativity, enhancing quality, and driving deeply personalized consumer experiences at scale. From enabling intelligent content discovery to advancing next-generation digital platforms, Avi is shaping the future of storytelling at the intersection of media and technology. With a proven record of bold transformation and a relentless focus on innovation, he continues to inspire and influence the broader entertainment and technology landscape.
Prior to joining Warner Bros. Discovery, Avi led technology organizations at Amazon, Microsoft and many startups delivering technologies such as eCommerce Marketplace, Last Mile Delivery, Advertising and Content Delivery Networks.