Javier Cabeza is Summit’s Data, Analytics, and AI Practice Lead, responsible for building and scaling Summit’s end-to-end data and AI services portfolio. He leads practice strategy, solution design, and delivery, helping organizations turn complex data into trusted insights and responsible, real-world AI outcomes.

With more than a decade of experience across global manufacturing and technology organizations, Javier previously led advanced analytics and AI initiatives at KOHLER Co., spanning both supply chain and go-to-market functions. His work includes launching generative AI assistants, machine-learning-based demand forecasting, NLP-driven customer insights, and predictive lead-scoring models, delivering measurable improvements in accuracy, alignment, and business performance. 

Javier brings a strong blend of data strategy, product leadership, and execution, with deep experience modernizing analytics platforms and operating models across Azure, Databricks, Snowflake, Power BI, and Tableau. He holds an MBA and is currently pursuing a second master’s degree in IT Management at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Javier is a devoted husband and father, an avid sports fan, and a proud two-cat owner. When not working or cheering from the stands, he and his wife enjoy discovering new and memorable dining experiences wherever they travel.