Professional Summary

Strategic data and AI leader with a proven record of driving cross-functional initiatives at the intersection of emerging technologies, analytics, and institutional transformation. Functioned as the Director of Learning Analytics while serving as Lead Data Scientist at Kennesaw State University, where I led the creation of uHoo Analytics, an award-winning platform adopted by over 500 faculty and recognized with the 2024 Platinum EdTech Award. Trusted by executive leadership to deliver assessment strategies, accreditation-aligned reporting, and OKR dashboards that shaped institutional decision-making. Skilled in stakeholder engagement across HR, communications, IT, advising, and academic affairs. Known for turning ambiguity into action through Power BI storytelling, Azure-based architecture, and a collaborative, outcomes-driven approach. Deep experience with curricular analytics, SACSCOC standards, FERPA compliance, and predictive modeling for student success.

• 2017-2026 (ABD)  Ph.D. in Analytics and Data Science, Kennesaw State University, USA
• 2015-2017  Master of Science in Computer Science, Kennesaw State University, USA 
• 2010-2015  Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering,   Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India

Lead Data Scientist | Functional Director of Learning Analytics, KSU 

Functioned as Director of Learning Analytics while serving as Lead Data Scientist, partnering with senior leadership to lead strategic AI and data initiatives that enabled cross-functional execution and institutional decision-making.

• Spearheaded development of uHoo Analytics, an AI-powered learning analytics platform adopted by 500+ faculty and awarded the 2024 Platinum EdTech Award, supporting undergraduate teaching, advising, and student outcomes.
• Designed and managed enterprise-scale Azure Synapse pipelines and Power BI dashboards to deliver transparent, real-time insights aligned with OKRs, accreditation standards (SACSCOC), and strategic priorities.
• Delivered monthly executive reports and impact dashboards to the Provost and President, informing key decisions on curriculum design, student retention, and academic performance metrics.
• Applied machine learning and predictive modeling to identify at-risk students, assess instructional gaps, and drive actionable engagement strategies in collaboration with advising and academic affairs.
• Collaborated with Institutional Research, IT, Curriculum, Advising, HR, and Communications to co-develop analytics solutions and ensure broad adoption across stakeholders.
• Designed and implemented assessment strategies and internal reporting frameworks aligned with SACSCOC accreditation and USG policies, supporting continuous improvement and program review cycles.
• Partnered with faculty and student success teams to deliver curricular progression insights and track KPIs such as DFWI rates, retention, and graduation outcomes.
• Supported the development of narratives and impact reports for internal and external audiences, including contributions to strategic planning documents and executive communications.
• Led workshops and developed branded materials to foster data literacy, build trust in analytics tools, and expand a culture of evidence-based continuous improvement among faculty.
• Played a foundational role in building KSU’s AI ecosystem through leadership in the AI Steering Committee, contributing to ethical AI policy development, institutional readiness assessments, and long-term transformation frameworks.
• Directed early-stage data architecture and dashboard design based on campus-wide stakeholder engagement, resulting in scalable implementation tailored to instructional and student success goals.

OpenAI Forum Leader, OpenAI.

Facilitate AI thought leadership across education, business, and technology through community engagement and technical insight.

• Lead strategic roundtables focused on AI’s societal impact, ethics, and real-world application using OpenAI tools and platforms.
• Empower professionals across industries to ideate and prototype AI-driven solutions through structured community discussions.
• Promote inclusive and high-engagement environments, translating emerging AI concepts into actionable use cases.
• Recognized by OpenAI for strong communication, technical acumen, and the ability to bridge strategic thinking with practical execution.

Senior Data Scientist – Healthcare Risk & AI Strategy, MagMutual.

Developed machine learning models to reduce liability risk and improve physician safety for one of the nation’s leading healthcare liability insurers.

• Built predictive models to classify claim severity and identify high-risk patterns in unstructured healthcare data.
• Collaborated with data engineers, clinicians, and legal teams to ensure responsible data use and model interpretability in a regulated clinical environment.
• Delivered insights that supported actionable safety protocols, contributing to patient safety and operational improvements.

Lead Data Scientist – Global Workforce & People Analytics, Novelis.

Led HR analytics initiatives to drive workforce retention and performance optimization at a global aluminum manufacturer.

• Designed executive dashboards and built HR data models to track attrition, training ROI, and performance trends.
• Identified root causes of turnover and proposed strategic solutions tied to workforce planning and development.
• Translated raw workforce data into insights that directly supported executive decision-making.

Applied AI Scientist – Innovation Lab, Equifax.   

Supported the Data & Analytics Innovation team in developing next-generation modeling solutions across credit, fraud, and marketing domains.

• Engineered machine learning models for credit scoring using big data pipelines and advanced feature engineering.
• Designed and tested deep learning architectures to improve fraud detection and customer identity resolution.
• Authored technical documentation and collaborated across teams on process optimization and data infrastructure improvements.

Graduate Fellow, Institutional Research, Kennesaw State University

Supported institutional analytics, student affairs, and cross-functional academic initiatives during graduate studies. Led applied research projects, advanced student retention efforts, and held leadership roles impacting university policy and student engagement.

• Directed multi-year applied research projects using survey design, focus groups, and statistical analysis to deliver actionable insights for executive leadership.
• Elected President of the Graduate Student Association, representing over 5,000 students and serving as a delegate to the University System of Georgia Board of Regents. Advocated for policy change, funding, and data transparency.
• Built and scaled the International Peer Leader Program (IPLP), improving international student retention through targeted onboarding and mentorship strategies.
• Provided instructional support in undergraduate computer science courses (C++, Data Structures), mentoring students and supporting foundational technical skill development.
• Collaborated with stakeholders across institutional research, academic affairs, and student success to align analytics initiatives with broader organizational goals.

I’m a mission-driven data and AI strategist who builds inclusive, human-centered systems that improve lives—especially in education, workforce, and healthcare.

My brand is rooted in turning pain into purpose. Growing up gay in a society that didn’t accept me taught me empathy and resilience. That empathy now guides how I build products, lead teams, and collaborate with stakeholders—especially when trust is low or systems feel broken.

Technically, I design scalable analytics and AI solutions that help people make better decisions. Personally, I lead with vulnerability and transparency to build trust where it didn’t exist, my work bridges the technical and human.

At the core of my brand is a belief: technology should never leave people behind.