At Ankura, I lead the AI Labs, where we've developed a suite of unique AI solutions, leveraging our proprietary data platforms, Otter Analytics and OtterGPT. These tools are designed to streamline processes, drive efficiencies, and accelerate results for our diverse client base. My role involves overseeing the development and implementation of these platforms, which are pivotal in curating unstructured data to identify key relationships and insights, thus enabling faster and more informed decision-making.In my capacity, I focus on enhancing our Otter Analytics capabilities to evaluate internal and public data efficiently, aiding in a range of functions like supply chain management, fraud detection, and insider threat analysis. Additionally, I guide the continuous innovation of OtterGPT, our patented text analytics tool, which mimics human-like reasoning for improved information filtering and outcome enhancement.Furthermore, I play a crucial role in Ankura's AI advisory services, assisting leaders in harnessing the most relevant AI technologies and services to drive performance and reduce costs. This involves AI integration and automation, conducting AI ethics workshops, providing AI-driven business analytics, and tailoring AI solutions for specific industries.My work at Ankura AI Labs also extends to specialized domains such as insurance investigation, fraud detection, anti-financial crime measures, and national security. I oversee systems that provide real-time analysis of diverse data sources and generate actionable insights for various sectors, significantly contributing to safer and more efficient operational environments.

(COE) Leader: Strategically created and led the Data Science Center of Excellence (COE) that focused heavily on "art of the possible" client engagements across a variety of industry groups.• Leveraged over two decades' knowledge in strategic planning, business development, data analytics, and other processes related to data science. Earned recognition as an expert in the data science field. • Constructed the audit analytics practices that captured several major RFP/contract wins. Successfully delivered the program to clients across the globe. • Established the Strategic Risk Data Lake that provided AaaS (Analytics as a Service) to several distinct clients. Streamlined and automated risk management activities for maximum productivity.

Collaboratively led the value proposition creation, solution design, alliance partnership management, and the delivery of new technologies to the client base. Selected for on-boarding in the horizontal delivery organization on a global scale.• Actively re-engineering processes and entire teams throughout the North America region. Generated $240M in revenue, representing a 20% year-over-year growth pattern. • Closely tracked the P&L/financial performance of the entire business. Supported struggling areas and projects with additional resources. • Engaged the community with compelling presentations and publishing activities. Covered topics that included data-driven business process re-engineering, big data, and data analytics.

(Social, Mobile, Cloud, Cyber, Big Data & Analytics)Rebuilt the Digital Enterprise Solutions Group, including the strategy, implementation, go-to-market, and delivery activities. Delivered policy, process, training, and adoption that drove digital adoption across the board. • Effectively managed a diverse public and private sector client list. Ensured the continued innovation and delivery in cyber, enterprise, and operational risk management areas. • Directed the strategy for go-to-market and capture efforts for new/emerging technologies and capabilities. Differentiated proven acquisition and delivery methods. • Cultivated new ideas and team member expertise that readily identified and shaped go-to-market strategies and client relationship management efforts. • Proactively identified emerging technology, capabilities, and partnerships that supported scale, optimization, experimentation, branding, and market positioning.

Championed all aspects of business development for the organization, the structuring of the global financial services sector strategies, and the thought leadership for pioneering new technologies and business relationships.• Published key value propositions that supported the development of global financial services sector strategies. Improved the efficiency of financial services products and processes. • Utilized data analytics and reporting to drive business development pursuits and portfolio management activities. Exceeded sales and revenue targets across the board. • Authored best practices, processes, and procedures that supported all facets of business operations. Standardized operations and maximized productivity.

OANDA Corporation (www.OANDA.com & www.FXtrade.com) is a foreign exchange company that provides internet-based forex trading and currency information services. The company uses computer and financial technology to provide services to everyone, from individuals to large corporations, from portfolio managers to financial institutions.