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About Me

I am an ML practitioner and leader, my passion lies in spearheading the development of innovative ML/AI-powered products. I strive to leverage the advancements in the field to solve business problems and create innovative solutions.

I have a proven track record of building and scaling highly performing ML teams in both startup and big tech environments. Some notable achievements include:

• At Donde Search, I led the R&D efforts including the ML and engineering teams collaborating closely to construct ML-powered discovery solutions for online stores. These efforts ultimately led to the company’s acquisition by Shopify.
• As a leader of the product understanding team at Shopify, I orchestrated the creation of ML-powered data assets that became instrumental to numerous teams across the organization. These assets enabled the development of innovative product features.

Leadership Style

Transparency, direct communication, and collaboration lie at the core of my leadership approach. I place great importance on effectively communicating complex ML concepts to diverse stakeholders, while also adeptly translating business requirements into actionable ML strategies. By closely collaborating with cross-functional teams, I foster an environment conducive to successful product development.

I possess a keen interest in exploring emerging ML/AI technologies, continuously seeking new opportunities to apply them in novel ways. By maintaining a hands-on approach and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field, I bridge the gap between technical challenges and business needs.

To maintain a high level of engagement and productivity within my team, I prioritize building a foundation of trust and setting clear expectations regarding the desired impact of our products. I firmly believe that these elements are vital to nurturing a motivated and successful team dynamic.