PHOENIX, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DataGlobal Hub, a leading content hub for data science and artificial intelligence (AI), recently concluded its Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference (Book Authors' Edition). The event, held on January 18, 2025, was a resounding success, attracting thousands of virtual attendees from more than 60 countries across the globe and generating over 150,000 views across different media platforms.
The conference served as a platform for industry leaders, data scientists, AI engineers, and enthusiasts to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest advancements in data and AI. The event featured a unique format, with presentations from renowned authors of data and AI books alongside talks by prominent figures in the field.
Highlights of the Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference
A Gathering of Brilliant Minds in Data & AI: The conference brought together a distinguished faculty, including experts from organizations like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
Speaker Expertise: Attendees gained valuable insights from keynote speaker Partha Pritam Deka, a Data Science Lead at Intel and a Senior Member at IEEE, who spoke about "Harnessing the Power of XGBoost: Advanced Techniques for Regression and Time Series Forecasting” (co-authored book: XGBoost for Regression Predictive Modeling and Time Series Analysis). Other notable speakers included:
Francesca Lazerri, Ph.D.: Principal Director of Applied Data Science & AI Engineering, Copilot AI at Microsoft, and Technical Advisor at MIT. She presented "From Strategy to Scale: Driving Impact With Data Science and AI in the Enterprise” and is the author of "Machine Learning Governance for Managers."
Shikhar Kwatra: Youngest Indian Master Inventor with 500+ patents, Einstein Visa Green Card Recipient, and Partner Solutions Architect at OpenAI. He discussed "The Evolution of Generative AI: From Concept to Enterprise Applications” and co-authored "Generative AI with Amazon Bedrock."
Bunny Kaushik: Solutions Architect at AWS and AI/ML Expert. He presented "Building and Scaling Generative AI Applications: Generative AI with Amazon Bedrock” and is also a co-author of "Generative AI with Amazon Bedrock."
Joyce Weiner: Principal Engineer at Intel Corporation. She spoke about "Harnessing the Power of XGBoost: Advanced Techniques for Regression and Time Series Forecasting” and co-authored "XGBoost for Regression Predictive Modeling and Time Series Analysis."
Richard H. Miller: Ex-Senior Director Level Architect at Oracle. His topic was "Designing Exceptional User Experiences for Enterprise AI: Unlocking ChatGPT's Potential” and he authored "UX for Enterprise ChatGPT Solutions."
Lior Gazit: Machine Learning Group Manager at S&P Global with over 18,000 LinkedIn followers. He delivered a session on "Mastering the Journey: From NLP Fundamentals to Harnessing Large Language Models (LLMs)” and is the author of "Mastering NLP from Foundations to LLMs."
Subhajit Das: Applied Scientist at Amazon and Ex-Data Scientist at 3M. He presented "Uncovering Cause and Effect: Mastering Causal Inference with R” and authored "Causal Inference in R."
Kieran Kavanagh: Principal Architect at Google, Ex-AWS, AT&T, and Ericsson. He discussed "Building Efficient and Scalable AI/ML Solutions on Google Cloud: Google Machine Learning and Generative AI for Solutions Architects” and authored "Google Machine Learning and Generative AI for Solutions Architects."
Eyal Wirsansky: Senior Data Scientist at Gradle Inc. He explored "Applying Genetic Algorithms to Solve Real-World Deep Learning and AI Problems” and authored "Hands-On Genetic Algorithms with Python."
Ayodele Oluleye: Head of Data & Insights at ARM HoldCo and Co-organizer of DataFest Africa Conference. He spoke about "Analyzing, Visualizing, and Extracting Insights from Data” and authored "Exploratory Data Analysis with Python Cookbook."
Aleksander Molak: Causal ML Tutor at Oxford and LinkedIn influencer. He presented "Causal Inference and Discovery: Unlocking Modern Causal Machine Learning With Python” and authored "Causal Inference & Discovery in Python."
Aaron Guilmette: VP of Technology for the Defense Industrial Base. He delivered "Achieving Digital Transformation Through Business Automation” and authored "Workflow Automation with Microsoft Power Automate."
Aleksejs Plotnikovs: Founder of ChiefData.AI and Former EMEA Lead, AI/ML at Microsoft. His session was on "Data Management Strategies and Best Practices” and he authored "Data Management Strategy at Microsoft."
Darko Medin: AI Advisor at LARVOL and Clinical Biostatistician at Universitatsklinikum Jena. He explored "Mastering Biostatistics with Python for Research” and authored "Biostatistics with Python."
Andrew Jones: Original Creator of Data Contracts and LinkedIn Top Voice. He spoke on " Building Reliable, Trusted, and Effective Data Platforms: Driving Data Quality with Data Contracts" and authored "Driving Data Quality with Data Contracts".
Etibar Aliyev: ML Lead at Turing and AI Advisor at AlphaSense. He discussed "Unlocking the True Potential of Large Language Models (LLMs): Driving Meaningful Impact.”
Jonathan Enudeme: The Founder & CEO of Zummit Africa,Co-founder & AI Developer at DataRango
Oyeduntan Daniel Fiyinfoluwa: The Director of Data Science & AI at Unyte Africa, Lead Data Scientist at Caprelease Limited
Christian Chimezie: Data Analyst at National Grid. He spoke on "The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Data Analytics.”
Gift Ojeabulu: Co-founder of Data Community Africa and AWS ML Community Builder Awardee. He presented "Collaborative Efforts Toward an Inclusive and Sustainable African Data and AI Community.”
Opeyemi Fabiyi: Founder of Young Data Professionals. His talk, "Let's Talk About Analytics Engineering,” highlighted key advancements in the field.
Chijioke Nwankpa: Software Engineer (AI/ML) at American Express. He presented "AI as an Enhancement and Not a Replacement: Practical Use Cases for Engineers and Scientists.”
Recognizing the Organizers and Team Behind the Success
The success of the Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference is attributed to the vision of its Co-founders, Mojeed Abisiga and Justin Lewis:
- Mojeed Abisiga: Einstein Visa Green Card Recipient, CEO & Co-founder of DataGlobal Hub, and COO & Co-founder of DataRango.
- Justin Lewis: CEO of Metropolis Marketing, Hall of Fame DJ, COO & Co-founder of DataGlobal Hub, and CEO of Ape Season.
- Additionally, Metropolis Marketing and Packt, played pivotal roles in promoting the event through their extensive marketing efforts. The conference's success also reflects the dedication of DataGlobal Hub's incredible team: Blessing Esseh, Ekene Anyaoha, Olamilekan Aremu, Abdusalam Muhammed Toyeeb, and Adeyemi Salako, who worked tirelessly to bring this event to life. The event was further supported by our esteemed partners: AskROI, Brainary, uInfluence , YandyTech, Kwarabuild, Datarango, Data Community Africa, Get Talnts, myidols, MyPlusOne, Techlerator, Young Data Professionals, Zummit Africa, Women in Data Africa, and Women in Big Data Nigeria.
The event was hosted by:
- Moyinoluwa Anoma, Founder of Women in Data Africa and Data Analyst at Bloomberg.
- Itunu Onabolujo, Co-Director of Women in Big Data NG and Ex-Data Engineer at Amazon.
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