Azat Shamsutdinov is an accomplished Chief Data Officer and data science expert with a diverse background in retail, e-commerce, aircraft, mechanical engineering, oil & gas, and HR. Aside from being a CDO Award Winner in two categories, he is also a highly sought-after speaker and lecturer. He has shared his insights and knowledge at MBA Skolkovo, Center of CDTO (Chief Digital Transformation Officer) in Russian Presidential Academy (RANEPA), Higher School of Economics (HSE), and Graduate School of Management, St. Petersburg University.

Azat Shamsutdinov's journey to being a successful professional started with his pursuit of a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Predictive Modeling and Optimization, Data Science at Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (State University) (MIPT). He also studied at Kaplan International College in London. Throughout the years, he has held several positions as a data scientist, starting as a Data Scientist at DATADVANCE and DIXY Group, then rising through the ranks to become Head of Data Science at Groupon and Biglion, and eventually Chief Data Officer and Head of Data Science at North Artificial Intelligence, Severgroup.

Azat Shamsutdinov's expertise in data science has been honed by working on projects in various fields. His experience in different industries such as retail, e-commerce, mechanical engineering, and HR has given him a broad perspective on data science solutions' development. A background in research at the Institute for Information Transmission Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences, has also contributed to Mr. Shamsutdinov's in-depth knowledge of data science. His passion for finding innovative solutions and his contributions to the profession make him a distinguished Chief Data Officer.