Khaled Hamdy

Khaled Hamdy is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in business and corporate strategy, research and data analytics, and product development across various industries.

He possesses the unique ability to bridge engineering and business functions, advising senior executives on transforming and growing businesses and product lines.

Currently at Columbia Business School, Khaled leads the research services programs, overseeing strategic analysis, recruitment, and consulting on tools and analytics techniques, managing a team of 60 researchers.

Known for his mentorship and leadership, Khaled has successfully developed researchers who have excelled in various industries, including top researchers and management consultants.

In addition to his role at CBS, he undertakes freelance consulting for technology startups and boutique investment banks, leveraging his expertise in strategy development, market analysis, and data analytics.

His professional journey includes stints at significant organizations like Alcatel-Lucent and IBB Consulting, where he honed his skills in business transformation, growth strategy, and innovation strategy.

Khaled holds an MBA in Strategy and Finance from NYU and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, focusing on music signal processing and analytics, starting his career as a product engineer in a startup revolutionizing AM/FM radio.

His technical proficiency spans algorithm development, statistical analysis, data science, machine learning, NLP, and various programming languages like C/C++, Python, and R.

With a rich educational background and diverse professional experience, Khaled Hamdy is a versatile professional equipped with a comprehensive skill set, from strategy development and execution to technical prowess in data analytics and algorithm development.