Andy Terrel

Dr. Andy R. Terrel is a seasoned technical executive with a strong background in startups and expertise in developing distributed, large data applications.

With a Computer Science PhD from the University of Chicago, Andy has an impressive academic history of creating innovative algorithms to enhance the performance of mathematical models on supercomputers.

Throughout his career, Andy has held key research positions at prestigious institutions like Argonne National Lab, Sandia National Lab, and The University of Texas-Austin, showcasing his commitment to advancing technology and research.

In the industry, Andy has been instrumental in the founding teams of several successful startups including Kove, Anaconda, BoldMetrics, KindHealth, and REX Real Estate Exchange.

An advocate for open source scientific codes, Andy serves on the board of the NumFOCUS foundation and actively contributes to the scientific Python community, aiming to elevate the status of data as a critical component for scientists globally.

His educational journey includes a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Chicago, M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Chicago, B.S. in Physics and Mathematics from Texas Tech University, and B.A. in Philosophy from Texas Tech University.

Throughout his professional life, Andy has taken on various roles including VP of Machine Learning at Korbit Technologies Inc., Advisor to organizations like StoryFit, Saturn Cloud, and KindHealth, VP of Data and Algorithms at Xometry, and leadership positions at Bold Metrics Inc., Anaconda, Inc., and NumFOCUS Foundation among others.

Andy's diverse experience spans from being a Chief Data Scientist at REX - Real Estate Exchange, Inc. to serving as a Chief Technology Officer, President, and Chief Science Officer at different companies, demonstrating his versatility and expertise in the tech industry.

Notable past roles include Scientific Software Developer at Enthought, Research Associate Scientist at The University of Texas at Austin, Givens Fellow at Argonne National Laboratory, and various advisory and technical positions at renowned institutions and startups.

Andy's dedication to technology, research, and open source initiatives makes him a respected figure in the field, with a track record of driving innovation and contributing significantly to the scientific community.