Rahul Dodhia

Rahul Dodhia is a prominent figure in the field of machine learning and data science, boasting over two decades of experience in the industry.

With a strong educational background, Rahul pursued his studies at esteemed institutions such as Imani School, Brandeis University for his B.A., and Columbia University where he obtained his Ph.D. and M.A.

Throughout his career, Rahul has held key positions in various renowned organizations, such as Deputy Director at Microsoft's AI for Good Research Lab, Director of Data Science at Microsoft, and Director of Advanced Analytics and Data Science at Avvo.

Rahul's expertise extends beyond Microsoft, as he has also made significant contributions in roles like Head of Analytics at Expedia.com Global Customer Operations, Senior Manager at Amazon.com, and Manager of Strategic Analytics at eBay, Inc.

Prior to his corporate roles, Rahul demonstrated his prowess in research and academia with positions such as Senior Research Associate at NASA Ames Research Center, Postdoctoral Fellow at Columbia University, and Teaching Fellow at Phillips Academy.

Known for his thought leadership and executive management skills, Rahul Dodhia has excelled in pushing boundaries in scientific research both in academic circles and in industry giants like NASA, Amazon, and Microsoft, while creating and implementing effective business strategies.

Currently based in Nairobi, Kenya, Rahul is actively seeking talented AI/ML scientists interested in working on impactful AI for Good projects in Africa. He is a beacon for those passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence for positive change in the region.