AfroTech Conference 2026

Nick Litombe

MVP, Software Engineer • ECP Tech TOH, Capital One

Track Engineering

Biography

Nick Litombe is a tech executive with 15+ years of experience scaling AI/ML, distributed systems, and cloud enterprise platforms. As Managing VP of Marketing, Messaging, and Personalization Tech at Capital One, he leads enterprise initiatives by building intelligent martech platforms to unify marketing capabilities. Previously at Microsoft Azure Data OCTO, Nick directed Research & Application for intelligent systems. His career bridges industry, academia, and government, with a focus on high-impact engineering cultures. Nick holds a Ph.D. from Harvard and a B.S. from Columbia in Applied Physics. Based in Texas.

Sessions

  1. The Practical Technologist's Tech Stack Presented by Capital One

    Wed, Nov 4, 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM CT

    Track Engineering

    While artificial intelligence is transforming what is possible, its true potential is unlocked by the foundation it runs on. This session explores how modern, cloud-native data environments serve as the essential engine powering advanced AI applications. Attendees will discover how to harmonize their broader tech stack with AI initiatives, leveraging strong infrastructure to seamlessly deliver personalized, real-world consumer experiences.

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