Jyotika Singh, Director of Data Science, Placemakr

I began applying the knowledge to other data types and started working in the industry as a data acientist. Over the years, I got the opportunity to develop novel solutions that led to multiple patents and publications. I started leading and directing data science in a start-up environment, developing products and mentoring teams, which contributed […]
Tiffany Perkins-Munn, Data and Analytics Executive, J.P. Morgan Chase

Dr Perkins-Munn earned her PhD in social-personality psychology with an interdisciplinary focus on advanced quantitative methods. Her insights are the subject of countless lectures on psychology, statistics, and their real-world applications. As a published author, coursework developer and dissertation committee chair, Tiffany still finds time for family and hobbies.
Caitlin Plein, Director of Analytics and Data Science, Enterprise Holdings
Before joining Enterprise Holdings, Plein was a senior research analyst at Evolve24 where she was responsible for project management, data acquisition and training. Plein worked at the Washington University in St. Louis as an expedited review specialist, analyst and rater.
Karthic Bala, EVP and Chief Data Officer, Condé Nast

In 2015 Bala joined Condé Nast as chief data officer where his work included the acquisition of Citizen Net to provide AI-driven social media marketing, and Lighthouse Labs to provide AI-driven performance marketing solutions. At Condé Nast Bala built and led a team of more than 300 technologists, data engineers, predictive modelers, data scientists, qualitative/quantitative […]
Tyrone Smith, Global Head of People Analytics and Insight, Udemy
As I grew in the HR space, I obtained a Global MBA from the University of Houston-Victoria and then further harnessed that passion in an EdD in leadership and innovation by focusing on research interests in people analytics for talent management and the future of work from St. Thomas University. Although my path has been […]
Katia Walsh, Chief Global Strategy and AI Officer, Levi Strauss & Co

At Vodafone, I built the big data and AI organization in its 25 operating countries and drove the digital transformation of one of the largest unified communications leaders, serving 500 million customers globally. And at Levi’s, I help drive the digital transformation of a brand that everyone in the world knows, wears and loves. […]
Heather Cox, Chief Digital Health and Analytics Officer, Humana
In her positions, Cox has been responsible for teams involved with the design, building and implementation of digitally enabled end-to-end experiences and introduced mobile technology for users. Cox was listed as a top three woman to watch in banking in October 2017. In 2015, she was named one of the 10 most innovative CEOs in […]
William Groves, Formerly Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Walmart
Groves’ tenure at Walmart saw the retailer examining AI as the main disruptor with a view to improving customer services, increasing efficiency and revenue and overcoming challenges such as data duplication, data quality, and conflicting data assets.
Himanshu Shah, Director – Data and Analytics Platform, Nike
Shah has been involved with analytics and computer technology for many years and has worked with businesses including financial services providers Adaptu, LLC and The Standard, industrial machinery manufacturer IMI CCI and IT services provider Patni Computer systems.
Lindsey Saul, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Defense Logistics Agency
Saul has also worked as project director, center of audiology and speech pathology for The Geneva Foundation as well as project manager and coordinator, Lindsey Kurland research lab on attitudes toward tissue donation project at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Zach Whitman, Chief Data Officer, US Census Bureau
Prior to joining the US Census Bureau, Whitman spent three years at Deloitte a senior associate and also worked at the Natural Hazard Research Centre where he coordinated research objectives immediately following the Darfield Earthquake and analysed liquefied displacement surfaces.
Christopher Hansen, Director of Data Science, Spotify
He then became director of data science with a mission to empower finance with advanced predictive modeling capabilities and insights to power next-gen financial decision support for Spotify. This includes forecasting KPIs at scale, user lifetime value modeling, anomaly detection and metrics monitoring, initiative attribution, and what-if analysis and simulations. His department is also […]
Hulya Emir-Farinas, Director of Data Science, Fitbit
Emir-Farinas’ career includes four years at software developer Pivotal Software as head of data science team in Americas, senior principal data scientist focusing on healthcare and life sciences at software developer Greenplum Database and as implementation manager at M-Factor Inc., a software developer that provides predictive analytics software for marketing and trade investment management where […]
Luke Slotwinski, VP, Data and Analytics, Prologis
He is currently vice president, data and analytics at real estate business Prologis where his experience in consulting has led to the development of multiple business strategies and an evolution of the data culture within the organisation.
Christopher McGrath, Group Svp Global Direct To Consumer Data and Analytics, Discovery

McGrath has held a variety of e-commerce and analyst roles at hospitality provider Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Bertelsmann Music Group and talent agent ICM.
Jaclyn Henderson, Chief Data Officer – National Counterterrorism Center, Office of the Director of National Intelligence
Before joining the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Henderson was web developer and architect senior manager at tech developer ManTech, and was a software engineer at both SAIC and Booz Allen Hamilton.
Matthew Giunipero, Head of Data and Analytics, Foot Locker
Tapestry was my first experience in retail and where I developed my passion for data and analytics. I held various roles within our Business Intelligence team culminating in leading our team responsible for our in-house customer data and analytics platform. During my time at Tapestry, I really began to grow and develop myself as a […]
Curran Raclin, Group VP – Fan Engagement and Analytics, National Hockey League
Earlier in his career, Raclin was an analyst for the Boston Red Sox where he managed data testing and data integrity, was vice president at Turnkey Sports and Entertainment and was senior consultant at IT consultant specialist Green Beacon Solutions to implement business strategies and technological improvements that led to a 250 percent increase in […]
Jaya Kolhatkar, Chief Data Officer, Hulu

As part of WalmartLabs, she worked across Walmart Retail, Sam’s Club and Walmart International as SVP, data and analytics platform. Kolhatkar’s career spans internet giants Amazon, eBay and PayPal, having started out in the financial services sector before moving to the e-commerce and digital services space.
Naomi Adaniya, Chief Data Officer, Drug Enforcement Administration

Dr Adaniya is also Adjunct Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University College of Public Health, where she serves on the CPH Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Excellence Committee. Elsewhere, Dr Adaniya has received Ohio State’s William Oxley Thompson Alumni Award and, when volunteering in the office of pastoral care at the Wexner Medical Center, she […]