As a highly accomplished and dedicated technical and science leader in the field of Machine Learning, Istvan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table to deligh customers and build best-in-class AI supported solutions. With a PhD in AI and a deep understanding of robotics, machine learning, and computer vision, Istvan has made a significant impact in the industry, having published several research papers in top venues like WACV and NeurIPS, filed several patents, and worked on Emmy award-winning technologies in video compression.At Loblaw Digital, Istvan led multiple science and engineering teams in their efforts to improve e-commerce search, personalization, product substitutions, and fulfillment optimization, utilizing his extensive knowledge and innovative approach to drive positive results. Prior to his role at Loblaw Digital, Istvan held a senior position at Amazon as a Sr. Machine Learning Scientist, where he led the ML strategy on Brand Protection, demonstrating his ability to lead and drive results in a fast-paced and demanding environment.A true passion for coding, Istvan has honed his skills across a range of programming languages, including (embedded) C, C++, Java, Lua, Rust, and Python, and has made substantial contributions to several popular deep learning frameworks, such as PyTorch and MXNet. With a track record of success and a commitment to excellence, Istvan is poised to continue making a major impact in the field of machine learning.