{"id":244,"date":"2025-07-09T19:08:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T19:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-midwest2019\/?page_id=244"},"modified":"2025-08-18T13:49:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:49:17","slug":"confirmed-speakers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/confirmed-speakers\/","title":{"rendered":"Speakers &#038; Presentations"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-244\" data-postid=\"244\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-244 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-css_id=\"vwap356\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row header-section fullwidth_row_container tb_vwap356 tb_first tf_w\">\n            <span  class=\"builder_row_cover tf_abs\" data-lazy=\"1\"><\/span>            <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_5lyy356 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_2jcy356   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h1 style=\"text-align: left;\">Speakers &amp; Presentations<\/h1>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"krishnan\" data-css_id=\"y2he540\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row lightgray-bg fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-krishnan tb_y2he540 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_l478542 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_kp4r772 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2233\" title=\"Deepa N. Krishnan\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Deepa N. Krishnan                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            VP, Customer Success Americas, IBM        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_7yr6237 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_awf4953   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h4>Keynote: AI Innovation in Action<\/h4>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_amlg498 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-amlg498-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-amlg498-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-amlg498-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-amlg498-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Deepa Krishnan is the VP of Customer Success for IBM Americas where she is responsible for leading a team of hundreds Customer Success Managers to drive the deployment of IBM Technology including Software and Cloud across the US, Canada and Latin America. Previously, Deepa was the VP of Worldwide Services Delivery at IBM Technology Expert Labs. Her global team of delivery specialists were responsible for the hands-on implementation of solutions at thousands of clients, to help them unlock value across IBM\u2019s Data &amp;AI, Automation, Security and Sustainability portfolios.<\/p>\n<p>Prior to this role, she was VP of Hybrid Cloud and Digital Platform for the Worldwide Ecosystem, where she had executive oversight of the new digital experience for partners looking to create their solutions on IBM\u2019s open hybrid cloud platform.<\/p>\n<p>In her role in product management for Storage Cloud SW and SaaS at IBM Storage, Deepa was responsible for expanding the IBM Storage portfolio to a multi-cloud operational model, enabling clients to maximize the use of their data across heterogeneous environments.<\/p>\n<p>Deepa has a strong breadth of experience ranging from mergers and acquisitions to user experience, product design and development. Deepa has received recognition from IBM for both outstanding technical achievement and client engagement. Deepa is currently the Executive Sponsor for IBM\u2019s Multicultural Women\u2019s Initiative (MCW) Business Resource Group.<\/p>\n<p>Deepa has a MS in Computer Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from Emory University. She lives in Johns Creek, GA with her husband and their three children.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"xue\" data-css_id=\"nn7t337\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-xue tb_nn7t337 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_4u0u337 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_xjg4337 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2225\" title=\"Dr. Jue Xue\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Dr. Jue Xue                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Technical Account Manager, Gurobi Optimization        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_oth7337 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_w27t337   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h4>Technical Case Study: Optimization in the Age of AI<\/h4>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_mguu337 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-mguu337-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-mguu337-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-mguu337-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-mguu337-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p><strong>Work Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gurobi &#8211; Technical Account Manager\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>AstraZeneca, Boss, and IBM academia<\/p>\n<p><strong>Education<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Operations Research\u00a0Ph.D degree, Carnegie Mellon University.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"madan\" data-css_id=\"fegc626\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-madan tb_fegc626 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_d3pz627 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_1clo627 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2311\" title=\"Preetika Madan, VP CITI\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Preetika Madan, VP CITI                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Executive Director, Advanced Analytics        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_ib57627 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_fz66627   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h4>Student Presentations: Analytics at Work- Taking Predictive Models from Lecture Halls to Leadership<\/h4>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_n7tb627 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-n7tb627-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-n7tb627-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-n7tb627-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-n7tb627-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Preetika Madan is an accomplished analytics leader and Executive Director of Advanced Analytics, known for driving data-powered transformation across Fortune 500 companies. With over a decade of experience spanning consumer retail, commercial banking, and corporate cards, she specializes in AI, machine learning, predictive modeling, and strategic data storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>Preetika has two patents in fraud and compliance solutions, one granted and one applied, reflecting her innovative contributions to the field. Her work bridges the gap between technical solutions and executive decision-making, enabling organizations to unlock multi-billion-dollar opportunities through data-driven insights. She has led high-performing analytics teams across geographies, delivering scalable solutions that optimize product cross-sell, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond her corporate achievements, Preetika is a passionate mentor and thought leader. She regularly speaks at industry conferences, judges analytics competitions, utilizes her skills for community projects and supports aspiring professionals in navigating the evolving data landscape. Her leadership style is rooted in collaboration, clarity, and a deep commitment to impact.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_p1sc952 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_vqsg952 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_3sgl952   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Panel: Leading AI \u2013 Bridge to the Future<\/h3>\n<p>This panel will spotlight\u00a0<strong>technology leaders<\/strong>\u00a0who are pioneering the use of AI in enterprise settings. The discussion will explore:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Innovative solutions powered by\u00a0<strong>Large Language Models (LLMs)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Emerging applications of\u00a0<strong>Agentic Frameworks<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Best practices in\u00a0<strong>AI Governance<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Responsible AI<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"krishnan2\" data-css_id=\"bb1r900\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-krishnan2 tb_bb1r900 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_jzv1900 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_k7m6900 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2233\" title=\"Deepa N. Krishnan\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Deepa N. Krishnan                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Vice President, Customer Success, IBM Americas         <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_4a2m900 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_0ztp900 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-0ztp900-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-0ztp900-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-0ztp900-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-0ztp900-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Deepa Krishnan is the VP of Customer Success for IBM Americas where she is responsible for leading a team of hundreds Customer Success Managers to drive the deployment of IBM Technology including Software and Cloud across the US, Canada and Latin America. Previously, Deepa was the VP of Worldwide Services Delivery at IBM Technology Expert Labs. Her global team of delivery specialists were responsible for the hands-on implementation of solutions at thousands of clients, to help them unlock value across IBM\u2019s Data &amp;AI, Automation, Security and Sustainability portfolios.<\/p>\n<p>Prior to this role, she was VP of Hybrid Cloud and Digital Platform for the Worldwide Ecosystem, where she had executive oversight of the new digital experience for partners looking to create their solutions on IBM\u2019s open hybrid cloud platform.<\/p>\n<p>In her role in product management for Storage Cloud SW and SaaS at IBM Storage, Deepa was responsible for expanding the IBM Storage portfolio to a multi-cloud operational model, enabling clients to maximize the use of their data across heterogeneous environments.<\/p>\n<p>Deepa has a strong breadth of experience ranging from mergers and acquisitions to user experience, product design and development. Deepa has received recognition from IBM for both outstanding technical achievement and client engagement. Deepa is currently the Executive Sponsor for IBM\u2019s Multicultural Women\u2019s Initiative (MCW) Business Resource Group.<\/p>\n<p>Deepa has a MS in Computer Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from Emory University. She lives in Johns Creek, GA with her husband and their three children.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"amalu\" data-css_id=\"fwrf657\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-amalu tb_fwrf657 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_n343657 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_z9a2657 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2229\" title=\"Karl Obinna Amalu\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Karl Obinna Amalu                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Sr. Director Ops &#038; Infrastructure, Slalom Consulting        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_t2oc657 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_yyg8657 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-yyg8657-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-yyg8657-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-yyg8657-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-yyg8657-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Karl Obinna Amalu is a distinguished Senior Technology Leader at Slalom with over two decades of experience driving innovation and operational excellence across infrastructure, cloud, edge computing, and DevOps engineering. He has held pivotal roles at leading organizations including McKesson, Macy\u2019s, and Amazon, where he has led high-performing teams and delivered secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions. Holding a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Karl is recognized for his analytical acumen, strategic vision, and commitment to continuous improvement. His recent focus on edge computing and low-latency applications reflects his engagement with emerging technologies such as generative AI. A dedicated mentor and lifelong learner, Karl is passionate about cultivating talent and fostering inclusive, forward-thinking engineering cultures.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"tuba\" data-css_id=\"6jop596\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-tuba tb_6jop596 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_c82c596 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_zl1a597 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2227\" title=\"Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci\" alt=\"Head of the AI Center of Excellence, Cox Communications\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Head of the AI Center of Excellence, Cox Communications        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_e9vf597 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_ku78597 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-ku78597-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-ku78597-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-ku78597-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-ku78597-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci is the head of the AI Center of Excellence at Cox Communications, where she leads AI Solution Development, Architecture &amp; Responsible AI practice. She earned her Ph.D. in operations research with a minor in mathematics from Georgia Tech and previously led the Analytics Center of Excellence. At AT&amp;T, she served as director of advanced analytics, leading data scientists working with petabytes of network-generated data. She recently received the Catalyst Award for Women in Technology for her superior contributions in achieving an industry-leading analytics ecosystem.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"shetty\" data-css_id=\"r971848\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-shetty tb_r971848 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_7oex848 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_6vbn849 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2310\" title=\"Shallu Sarvari\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Shallu Sarvari                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Practice Head \u2013 Data &#038; AI, Americas        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_ivdl849 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_21ew849 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-21ew849-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-21ew849-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-21ew849-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-21ew849-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Shallu Sarvari is a seasoned AI architect at Nagarro, where she leads transformative initiatives that harness artificial intelligence to solve complex business challenges. With a strong foundation in academia Shallu blends technical depth with a passion for innovation and inclusive collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>At Nagarro, she specializes in identifying high-impact business areas ripe for AI-driven automation, particularly those involving repetitive and time-consuming processes. Her approach emphasizes starting with clear business goals, ensuring data freshness, and executing pilot phases that deliver measurable value. Shallu has contributed to intelligent solutions in sales forecasting, CRM integration, marketing mix optimization, and customer experience personalization\u2014demonstrating how AI can elevate strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>She is a vocal advocate for demystifying AI, encouraging organizations to focus on business use cases rather than viewing AI as a standalone product. Her work reflects Nagarro\u2019s ethos of openness, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether developing accelerators for e-commerce or mining customer sentiment for airlines, Shallu\u2019s expertise continues to shape impactful, scalable AI solutions across industries.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"krishna\" data-css_id=\"lz0s831\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-krishna tb_lz0s831 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_hpa0831 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_9vd8831 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2231\" title=\"Gautam Krishna\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Gautam Krishna                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Director, AI Products, Cox Communications\n<br><br>\nSecretary, INFORMS Atlanta Chapter        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_yjby831 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_86l8831 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-86l8831-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-86l8831-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-86l8831-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-86l8831-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Gautam Krishna Moorthi is the Director of AI Solution Development at Cox Communications\u2019\u00a0 AI Center of Excellence. He is an accomplished AI and Data Science Leader and Solutions Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing, implementing, and leading the development of advanced cloud-native AI\/ML solutions and data-driven applications. He brings a unique blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic leadership across diverse sectors including Telecommunications, Automotive, Digital Marketing, Supply Chain, and Cloud Consulting. Prior to joining Cox, Gautam had worked as an AI\/ML Architect at Slalom and a Senior Data Scientist at 360i (Dentsu).<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_ai3l909 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_zh67909 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_pq9p115   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Panel: AI in Action \u2013 Redefining Innovation with Impact<\/h3>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"rayburn\" data-css_id=\"eu1u705\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-rayburn tb_eu1u705 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_x4hy705 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_eslh705 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2297\" title=\"Sujatha (Su) Rayburn, Moderator\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Sujatha (Su) Rayburn, Moderator                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Vice President of Information Management &#038; Analytics, Delta Community Credit Union        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_z1bp705 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_56hq705 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-56hq705-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-56hq705-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-56hq705-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-56hq705-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Sujatha (Su) Rayburn has worked in IT and the Data &amp; Analytics industry for over 25 years and is currently the Vice President of Information Management &amp; Analytics for Delta Community Credit Union (DCCU), where she leads data analytics strategy and execution. As an experienced executive, Su has expertise in building and leading cross-industry teams in successfully implementing innovative data and analytics solutions. Su started her career as a Chartered Accountant in India and quickly realized her passion and talent for creating innovative solutions with data analytics. Before DCCU, she was responsible for providing valuable insight and leadership at Equifax and has also held various contributor and leadership roles at esteemed organizations such as Cox Automotive and GE. In addition to her day job, Su is a semi-professional Indian classical music singer. Su has a Doctorate in Business Administration from the Florida Institute of Technology and a Masters in Information Systems from Arizona State University. She is a regular contributor and speaker at leading industry, trade conferences, and webinars.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"bandopadhyay\" data-css_id=\"c58o13\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-bandopadhyay tb_c58o13 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_zkoq13 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_8nos13 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2235\" title=\"Anupam Bandopadhyay\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Anupam Bandopadhyay                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Design Lead and Senior Manager, Manhattan Associates        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_4d7z13 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_2by713 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-2by713-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-2by713-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-2by713-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-2by713-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Anupam is a seasoned Design Lead and Senior Manager at Manhattan Associates with over 17 years of experience revolutionizing supply chains through AI and automation. Specializing in warehousing, retail, and manufacturing, Anupam merges operational expertise with cutting-edge technology, designing AI-driven solutions like robotic ASRS workflows, predictive analytics integrations for WMS platforms, and machine learning models to optimize inventory accuracy. By developing intelligent SOPs and automation strategies, Anupam has consistently enhanced productivity, reduced costs, and scaled business growth. A proven leader in digital transformation, Anupam pioneers data-driven innovations from smart returns processing to dynamic replenishment algorithms\u2014to redefine efficiency across the supply chain ecosystem.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"pandurangi\" data-css_id=\"u3gb295\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-pandurangi tb_u3gb295 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_vexe295 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_9xc3295 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2234\" title=\"Archi Pandurangi\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Archi Pandurangi                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Advanced Analytics Lead, iSpot        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_fvci295 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_r40q295 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-r40q295-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-r40q295-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-r40q295-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-r40q295-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Archi Pandurangi is an industry leader in marketing analytics and data science, currently serving as Advanced Analytics Lead at iSpot. With over a decade of experience, Archi sits at the intersection of data innovation and strategic marketing\u2014developing advanced measurement and attribution models that have transformed how major brands evaluate cross-channel performance. Her work with household names such as Stellantis, NBCU, and Progressive has helped bridge the gap between analytics rigor and media strategy at scale.<\/p>\n<p>At iSpot, Archi leads a team of data scientists creating proprietary machine learning models for media attribution, audience segmentation, and creative testing\u2014unlocking over $12M in annual value. Her use of SHAP values for explainable AI and optimization techniques for addressable TV measurement places her at the forefront of cutting-edge marketing science.<\/p>\n<p>Previously at Discover Financial Services, Archi was instrumental in developing FCRA-compliant targeting models and digital strategies that generated $60M+ in incremental revenue. Her ability to turn complex data into C-suite decisions makes her a go-to voice in the analytics community.<\/p>\n<p>Archi holds an M.S. in Software Engineering from the University of Delaware and brings a rare blend of technical depth, marketing fluency, and executive storytelling to the conference stage.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"hearnes\" data-css_id=\"1dro76\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-hearnes tb_1dro76 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_0ahg76 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_gdum76 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2226\" title=\"Dr. Warren Hearnes \" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Dr. Warren Hearnes                             <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Founder, OptiML AI\n<br>\nPast President, INFORMS Atlanta Chapter        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_kimo76 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_558h76 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-558h76-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-558h76-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-558h76-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-558h76-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Dr. Warren Hearnes is an expert in optimization, machine learning, and artificial intelligence with over 30 years of experience applying these technologies to solve business challenges. He currently leads OptiML AI and Sportslytx, where he applies AI and ML to industry challenges and educates executives on these technologies. He also teaches AI courses to Department of Defense personnel.<\/p>\n<p>Previously, Warren was Chief Data Scientist at Best Buy, where he led AI\/ML strategy, vision, and execution, driving AI\/ML growth, sophistication, and impact across the enterprise. His career also includes key roles at Cardlytics, The Home Depot, UPS, and Lucent Technologies, where he implemented AI\/ML systems for fraud detection, pricing optimization, customer analytics, and operational improvements, generating significant business value through reduced costs, increased revenue, and faster throughput.<\/p>\n<p>A U.S. Army veteran, Warren graduated from both Airborne and Ranger Schools and served as a Field Artillery officer. He holds a BS from West Point (1989) and an MS and PhD (1999) from Georgia Tech, where his research focused on reinforcement learning for robotic control. He contributed to early ML research funded by the National Science Foundation, the Electric Power Research Institute, and NASA.<\/p>\n<p>Warren is actively involved with INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and Management Science) as VP of Technology Strategy and Chair of the AI Integration Committee. He serves on analytics advisory boards for graduate programs at Georgia Tech and previously served a similar role at Emory University. His current interests include AI education for executives, sports analytics, and leveraging large language models to assist in optimization modeling.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"venkatram\" data-css_id=\"p4zx693\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-venkatram tb_p4zx693 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_rndi693 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_axa8693 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2249\" title=\"Vishal Venkatram\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram.jpg 197w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Vishal Venkatram                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            VP, Digital Enterprise, Transformation, HARMAN INTERNATIONAL        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_fu3a693 last\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_bguf693 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-bguf693-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-bguf693-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-bguf693-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-bguf693-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>A forward-thinking digital transformation leader with a proven track record of driving enterprise-wide innovation and operational excellence.<\/p>\n<p>As VP of Digital Enterprise Transformation, I lead strategic initiatives that modernize core business functions, streamline processes, and unlock value through technology. Leveraging AI, deterministic and probabilistic, are core to the success.<\/p>\n<p>As Vice President and CTO of Field Engineering and Customer Solutions at The Modern Data Company, Vishal leads a worldwide team of engineers and consultants delivering cutting-edge data patform &amp; products across diverse industries.<\/p>\n<p>Previously, Vishal served as CIO and Executive Leader of Global Delivery and Transformation at GE Power, where he spearheaded the digital transformation of the power generation business\u2014impacting over 200 sites and 50,000 employees. His leadership has consistently driven operational efficiency, strategic alignment, and measurable customer value.<\/p>\n<p>Vishal is passionate about building high-performing, diverse teams and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. He thrives on solving complex challenges and is always exploring new domains to create meaningful impact for customers and stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>He sits on the advisory board at the GSU Mack Robinson School of Business &amp; is an advisory board member at startups that focus on AI Data Security.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"zhang\" data-css_id=\"8vw5432\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row lightgray-bg fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-zhang tb_8vw5432 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_lqgt432 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_d6wd432 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2287\" title=\"Lilli Zhang\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Lilli Zhang                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Senior AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_q1fe432 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_zrjh432   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h4>Awards \u2013 Student Presentation<\/h4>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_1iu8432 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-1iu8432-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-1iu8432-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-1iu8432-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-1iu8432-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Lilli Zhang is a Senior AI and Machine Learning Engineer at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). Lilli holds a Ph.D. degree in Data Science and Analytics from Kennesaw State University, Master degree in Industrial Engineering from University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and Bachelor degree in Electronic Information Science and Technology from Central South University. Her expertise is Imbalanced Learning, Knowledge Graph, Mathematical Optimization, and Data Science Agentic AI combining Large Language Model, Data Science Models, and Knowledge Bases (graph, vector, SQL). Her work has been published in multiple top-ranking journals and also developed into high-impact business applications at HPE.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"wright\" data-css_id=\"xf0i477\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-wright tb_xf0i477 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-1 tb_72iz478 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_44cd478 image-top bordered  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2294\" title=\"Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                    <h3 class=\"image-title\">\n                                    Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP                            <\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Vice President of Data Science &#038; AI, Wavicle Data Solutions<br><br>Director for Data Science &#038; AI, University of Georgia\u2019s Executive Education        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-3 tb_0lpn478 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_uwr4478   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h4>Closing Speech<\/h4>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_5e4l478 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-5e4l478-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-5e4l478-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">+ Bio<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-5e4l478-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-5e4l478-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                                    <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n                        <p>Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP serves as Vice President of Data Science &amp; AI at Wavicle Data Solutions, and Director for Data Science &amp; AI at University of Georgia\u2019s Executive Education.<\/p>\n<p>With a career spanning over 30 years across utilities, financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, consulting, and academia, Beverly has led numerous teams and established herself as\u00a0a data science &amp; AI\u00a0thought leader, executive professor, national speaker, podcast host, and a trailblazing advocate for data science and AI for good.<\/p>\n<p>She also serves as Board Chair for TAG Data Science &amp; AI, Board Member for Georgia Institute of Technology\u2019s Master of Science in Analytics program, Past President of the Analytics Society at INFORMS, and podcast host for TAG Data Talk.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row social-banner tb_eu18000 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_tick042 first\">\n                    <!-- module widget -->\n<div  class=\"module module-widget tb_zav6292  \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    <h3 class=\"module-title\">Connect with Us on Social Media<\/h3><div class=\"widget themify-social-links\"><ul class=\"social-links horizontal\">\n                        <li class=\"social-link-item twitter font-icon icon-large\">\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/INFORMS\" aria-label=\"twitter\" ><em style=\"color:#ffffff;\"><svg  aria-label=\"Twitter\" class=\"tf_fa tf-fab-twitter\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-fab-twitter\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>  <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                        <!-- \/themify-link-item -->\n                        <li class=\"social-link-item facebook font-icon icon-large\">\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/INFORMSpage\/\" aria-label=\"facebook\" ><em style=\"color:#ffffff;\"><svg  aria-label=\"Facebook\" class=\"tf_fa tf-fab-facebook\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-fab-facebook\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>  <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                        <!-- \/themify-link-item -->\n                        <li class=\"social-link-item linkedin font-icon icon-large\">\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/informs_2\" aria-label=\"linkedin\" ><em style=\"color:#ffffff;\"><svg  aria-label=\"LinkedIn\" class=\"tf_fa tf-fab-linkedin\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-fab-linkedin\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>  <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                        <!-- \/themify-link-item -->\n                        <li class=\"social-link-item mail font-icon icon-large\">\n                            <a href=\"mailto:informs@informs.org\" aria-label=\"mail\" ><em style=\"color:#ffffff;\"><svg  aria-label=\"Mail\" class=\"tf_fa tf-far-envelope\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-far-envelope\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>  <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                        <!-- \/themify-link-item --><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/module widget -->\n        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Speakers &amp; 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Krishnan\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Deepa N. Krishnan <\/h3> VP, Customer Success Americas, IBM\n<h4>Keynote: AI Innovation in Action<\/h4>\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Deepa Krishnan is the VP of Customer Success for IBM Americas where she is responsible for leading a team of hundreds Customer Success Managers to drive the deployment of IBM Technology including Software and Cloud across the US, Canada and Latin America. Previously, Deepa was the VP of Worldwide Services Delivery at IBM Technology Expert Labs. Her global team of delivery specialists were responsible for the hands-on implementation of solutions at thousands of clients, to help them unlock value across IBM\u2019s Data &amp;AI, Automation, Security and Sustainability portfolios.<\/p> <p>Prior to this role, she was VP of Hybrid Cloud and Digital Platform for the Worldwide Ecosystem, where she had executive oversight of the new digital experience for partners looking to create their solutions on IBM\u2019s open hybrid cloud platform.<\/p> <p>In her role in product management for Storage Cloud SW and SaaS at IBM Storage, Deepa was responsible for expanding the IBM Storage portfolio to a multi-cloud operational model, enabling clients to maximize the use of their data across heterogeneous environments.<\/p> <p>Deepa has a strong breadth of experience ranging from mergers and acquisitions to user experience, product design and development. Deepa has received recognition from IBM for both outstanding technical achievement and client engagement. Deepa is currently the Executive Sponsor for IBM\u2019s Multicultural Women\u2019s Initiative (MCW) Business Resource Group.<\/p> <p>Deepa has a MS in Computer Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from Emory University. She lives in Johns Creek, GA with her husband and their three children.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1.jpg\" title=\"Dr. Jue Xue\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/dr.jue_.xue_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Dr. Jue Xue <\/h3> Technical Account Manager, Gurobi Optimization\n<h4>Technical Case Study: Optimization in the Age of AI<\/h4>\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p><strong>Work Experience<\/strong><\/p> <p>Gurobi - Technical Account Manager\u00a0<\/p> <p>AstraZeneca, Boss, and IBM academia<\/p> <p><strong>Education<\/strong><\/p> <p>Operations Research\u00a0Ph.D degree, Carnegie Mellon University.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1.jpg\" title=\"Preetika Madan, VP CITI\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/preetika_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Preetika Madan, VP CITI <\/h3> Executive Director, Advanced Analytics\n<h4>Student Presentations: Analytics at Work- Taking Predictive Models from Lecture Halls to Leadership<\/h4>\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Preetika Madan is an accomplished analytics leader and Executive Director of Advanced Analytics, known for driving data-powered transformation across Fortune 500 companies. With over a decade of experience spanning consumer retail, commercial banking, and corporate cards, she specializes in AI, machine learning, predictive modeling, and strategic data storytelling.<\/p> <p>Preetika has two patents in fraud and compliance solutions, one granted and one applied, reflecting her innovative contributions to the field. Her work bridges the gap between technical solutions and executive decision-making, enabling organizations to unlock multi-billion-dollar opportunities through data-driven insights. She has led high-performing analytics teams across geographies, delivering scalable solutions that optimize product cross-sell, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.<\/p> <p>Beyond her corporate achievements, Preetika is a passionate mentor and thought leader. She regularly speaks at industry conferences, judges analytics competitions, utilizes her skills for community projects and supports aspiring professionals in navigating the evolving data landscape. Her leadership style is rooted in collaboration, clarity, and a deep commitment to impact.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<h3>Panel: Leading AI \u2013 Bridge to the Future<\/h3> <p>This panel will spotlight\u00a0<strong>technology leaders<\/strong>\u00a0who are pioneering the use of AI in enterprise settings. The discussion will explore:<\/p> <ul> <li>Innovative solutions powered by\u00a0<strong>Large Language Models (LLMs)<\/strong><\/li> <li>Emerging applications of\u00a0<strong>Agentic Frameworks<\/strong><\/li> <li>Best practices in\u00a0<strong>AI Governance<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Responsible AI<\/strong><\/li> <\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg\" title=\"Deepa N. Krishnan\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Deepa-Krishnan-Headshot_crop_2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Deepa N. Krishnan <\/h3> Vice President, Customer Success, IBM Americas\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Deepa Krishnan is the VP of Customer Success for IBM Americas where she is responsible for leading a team of hundreds Customer Success Managers to drive the deployment of IBM Technology including Software and Cloud across the US, Canada and Latin America. Previously, Deepa was the VP of Worldwide Services Delivery at IBM Technology Expert Labs. Her global team of delivery specialists were responsible for the hands-on implementation of solutions at thousands of clients, to help them unlock value across IBM\u2019s Data &amp;AI, Automation, Security and Sustainability portfolios.<\/p> <p>Prior to this role, she was VP of Hybrid Cloud and Digital Platform for the Worldwide Ecosystem, where she had executive oversight of the new digital experience for partners looking to create their solutions on IBM\u2019s open hybrid cloud platform.<\/p> <p>In her role in product management for Storage Cloud SW and SaaS at IBM Storage, Deepa was responsible for expanding the IBM Storage portfolio to a multi-cloud operational model, enabling clients to maximize the use of their data across heterogeneous environments.<\/p> <p>Deepa has a strong breadth of experience ranging from mergers and acquisitions to user experience, product design and development. Deepa has received recognition from IBM for both outstanding technical achievement and client engagement. Deepa is currently the Executive Sponsor for IBM\u2019s Multicultural Women\u2019s Initiative (MCW) Business Resource Group.<\/p> <p>Deepa has a MS in Computer Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from Emory University. She lives in Johns Creek, GA with her husband and their three children.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu.jpg\" title=\"Karl Obinna Amalu\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Karl_Amalu-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Karl Obinna Amalu <\/h3> Sr. Director Ops &amp; Infrastructure, Slalom Consulting\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Karl Obinna Amalu is a distinguished Senior Technology Leader at Slalom with over two decades of experience driving innovation and operational excellence across infrastructure, cloud, edge computing, and DevOps engineering. He has held pivotal roles at leading organizations including McKesson, Macy\u2019s, and Amazon, where he has led high-performing teams and delivered secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions. Holding a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Karl is recognized for his analytical acumen, strategic vision, and commitment to continuous improvement. His recent focus on edge computing and low-latency applications reflects his engagement with emerging technologies such as generative AI. A dedicated mentor and lifelong learner, Karl is passionate about cultivating talent and fostering inclusive, forward-thinking engineering cultures.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba.jpg\" title=\"Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci\" alt=\"Head of the AI Center of Excellence, Cox Communications\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Tuba-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci <\/h3> Head of the AI Center of Excellence, Cox Communications\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Tuba Aktaran-Kalayci is the head of the AI Center of Excellence at Cox Communications, where she leads AI Solution Development, Architecture &amp; Responsible AI practice. She earned her Ph.D. in operations research with a minor in mathematics from Georgia Tech and previously led the Analytics Center of Excellence. At AT&amp;T, she served as director of advanced analytics, leading data scientists working with petabytes of network-generated data. She recently received the Catalyst Award for Women in Technology for her superior contributions in achieving an industry-leading analytics ecosystem.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1.jpg\" title=\"Shallu Sarvari\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/08\/shallu_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Shallu Sarvari <\/h3> Practice Head \u2013 Data &amp; AI, Americas\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Shallu Sarvari is a seasoned AI architect at Nagarro, where she leads transformative initiatives that harness artificial intelligence to solve complex business challenges. With a strong foundation in academia Shallu blends technical depth with a passion for innovation and inclusive collaboration.<\/p> <p>At Nagarro, she specializes in identifying high-impact business areas ripe for AI-driven automation, particularly those involving repetitive and time-consuming processes. Her approach emphasizes starting with clear business goals, ensuring data freshness, and executing pilot phases that deliver measurable value. Shallu has contributed to intelligent solutions in sales forecasting, CRM integration, marketing mix optimization, and customer experience personalization\u2014demonstrating how AI can elevate strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.<\/p> <p>She is a vocal advocate for demystifying AI, encouraging organizations to focus on business use cases rather than viewing AI as a standalone product. Her work reflects Nagarro\u2019s ethos of openness, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether developing accelerators for e-commerce or mining customer sentiment for airlines, Shallu\u2019s expertise continues to shape impactful, scalable AI solutions across industries.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam.jpg\" title=\"Gautam Krishna\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Gautam-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Gautam Krishna <\/h3> Director, AI Products, Cox Communications <br><br> Secretary, INFORMS Atlanta Chapter\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Gautam Krishna Moorthi is the Director of AI Solution Development at Cox Communications\u2019\u00a0 AI Center of Excellence. He is an accomplished AI and Data Science Leader and Solutions Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing, implementing, and leading the development of advanced cloud-native AI\/ML solutions and data-driven applications. He brings a unique blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic leadership across diverse sectors including Telecommunications, Automotive, Digital Marketing, Supply Chain, and Cloud Consulting. Prior to joining Cox, Gautam had worked as an AI\/ML Architect at Slalom and a Senior Data Scientist at 360i (Dentsu).<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<h3>Panel: AI in Action \u2013 Redefining Innovation with Impact<\/h3>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su.jpg\" title=\"Sujatha (Su) Rayburn, Moderator\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Su-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Sujatha (Su) Rayburn, Moderator <\/h3> Vice President of Information Management &amp; Analytics, Delta Community Credit Union\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Sujatha (Su) Rayburn has worked in IT and the Data &amp; Analytics industry for over 25 years and is currently the Vice President of Information Management &amp; Analytics for Delta Community Credit Union (DCCU), where she leads data analytics strategy and execution. As an experienced executive, Su has expertise in building and leading cross-industry teams in successfully implementing innovative data and analytics solutions. Su started her career as a Chartered Accountant in India and quickly realized her passion and talent for creating innovative solutions with data analytics. Before DCCU, she was responsible for providing valuable insight and leadership at Equifax and has also held various contributor and leadership roles at esteemed organizations such as Cox Automotive and GE. In addition to her day job, Su is a semi-professional Indian classical music singer. Su has a Doctorate in Business Administration from the Florida Institute of Technology and a Masters in Information Systems from Arizona State University. She is a regular contributor and speaker at leading industry, trade conferences, and webinars.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3.jpg\" title=\"Anupam Bandopadhyay\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Anupam-Headshot_crop_3-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Anupam Bandopadhyay <\/h3> Design Lead and Senior Manager, Manhattan Associates\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Anupam is a seasoned Design Lead and Senior Manager at Manhattan Associates with over 17 years of experience revolutionizing supply chains through AI and automation. Specializing in warehousing, retail, and manufacturing, Anupam merges operational expertise with cutting-edge technology, designing AI-driven solutions like robotic ASRS workflows, predictive analytics integrations for WMS platforms, and machine learning models to optimize inventory accuracy. By developing intelligent SOPs and automation strategies, Anupam has consistently enhanced productivity, reduced costs, and scaled business growth. A proven leader in digital transformation, Anupam pioneers data-driven innovations from smart returns processing to dynamic replenishment algorithms\u2014to redefine efficiency across the supply chain ecosystem.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5.jpg\" title=\"Archi Pandurangi\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Archi_pic_crop_5-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Archi Pandurangi <\/h3> Advanced Analytics Lead, iSpot\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Archi Pandurangi is an industry leader in marketing analytics and data science, currently serving as Advanced Analytics Lead at iSpot. With over a decade of experience, Archi sits at the intersection of data innovation and strategic marketing\u2014developing advanced measurement and attribution models that have transformed how major brands evaluate cross-channel performance. Her work with household names such as Stellantis, NBCU, and Progressive has helped bridge the gap between analytics rigor and media strategy at scale.<\/p> <p>At iSpot, Archi leads a team of data scientists creating proprietary machine learning models for media attribution, audience segmentation, and creative testing\u2014unlocking over $12M in annual value. Her use of SHAP values for explainable AI and optimization techniques for addressable TV measurement places her at the forefront of cutting-edge marketing science.<\/p> <p>Previously at Discover Financial Services, Archi was instrumental in developing FCRA-compliant targeting models and digital strategies that generated $60M+ in incremental revenue. Her ability to turn complex data into C-suite decisions makes her a go-to voice in the analytics community.<\/p> <p>Archi holds an M.S. in Software Engineering from the University of Delaware and brings a rare blend of technical depth, marketing fluency, and executive storytelling to the conference stage.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1.jpg\" title=\"Dr. Warren Hearnes \" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Warren_Hearnes_crop_1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Dr. Warren Hearnes <\/h3> Founder, OptiML AI <br> Past President, INFORMS Atlanta Chapter\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Dr. Warren Hearnes is an expert in optimization, machine learning, and artificial intelligence with over 30 years of experience applying these technologies to solve business challenges. He currently leads OptiML AI and Sportslytx, where he applies AI and ML to industry challenges and educates executives on these technologies. He also teaches AI courses to Department of Defense personnel.<\/p> <p>Previously, Warren was Chief Data Scientist at Best Buy, where he led AI\/ML strategy, vision, and execution, driving AI\/ML growth, sophistication, and impact across the enterprise. His career also includes key roles at Cardlytics, The Home Depot, UPS, and Lucent Technologies, where he implemented AI\/ML systems for fraud detection, pricing optimization, customer analytics, and operational improvements, generating significant business value through reduced costs, increased revenue, and faster throughput.<\/p> <p>A U.S. Army veteran, Warren graduated from both Airborne and Ranger Schools and served as a Field Artillery officer. He holds a BS from West Point (1989) and an MS and PhD (1999) from Georgia Tech, where his research focused on reinforcement learning for robotic control. He contributed to early ML research funded by the National Science Foundation, the Electric Power Research Institute, and NASA.<\/p> <p>Warren is actively involved with INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and Management Science) as VP of Technology Strategy and Chair of the AI Integration Committee. He serves on analytics advisory boards for graduate programs at Georgia Tech and previously served a similar role at Emory University. His current interests include AI education for executives, sports analytics, and leveraging large language models to assist in optimization modeling.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram.jpg\" title=\"Vishal Venkatram\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram.jpg 197w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Vishal_Venkatram-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px\" \/> <h3> Vishal Venkatram <\/h3> VP, Digital Enterprise, Transformation, HARMAN INTERNATIONAL\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>A forward-thinking digital transformation leader with a proven track record of driving enterprise-wide innovation and operational excellence.<\/p> <p>As VP of Digital Enterprise Transformation, I lead strategic initiatives that modernize core business functions, streamline processes, and unlock value through technology. Leveraging AI, deterministic and probabilistic, are core to the success.<\/p> <p>As Vice President and CTO of Field Engineering and Customer Solutions at The Modern Data Company, Vishal leads a worldwide team of engineers and consultants delivering cutting-edge data patform &amp; products across diverse industries.<\/p> <p>Previously, Vishal served as CIO and Executive Leader of Global Delivery and Transformation at GE Power, where he spearheaded the digital transformation of the power generation business\u2014impacting over 200 sites and 50,000 employees. His leadership has consistently driven operational efficiency, strategic alignment, and measurable customer value.<\/p> <p>Vishal is passionate about building high-performing, diverse teams and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. He thrives on solving complex challenges and is always exploring new domains to create meaningful impact for customers and stakeholders.<\/p> <p>He sits on the advisory board at the GSU Mack Robinson School of Business &amp; is an advisory board member at startups that focus on AI Data Security.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang.jpg\" title=\"Lilli Zhang\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Lilli_Zhang-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Lilli Zhang <\/h3> Senior AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\n<h4>Awards \u2013 Student Presentation<\/h4>\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Lilli Zhang is a Senior AI and Machine Learning Engineer at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). Lilli holds a Ph.D. degree in Data Science and Analytics from Kennesaw State University, Master degree in Industrial Engineering from University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and Bachelor degree in Electronic Information Science and Technology from Central South University. Her expertise is Imbalanced Learning, Knowledge Graph, Mathematical Optimization, and Data Science Agentic AI combining Large Language Model, Data Science Models, and Knowledge Bases (graph, vector, SQL). Her work has been published in multiple top-ranking journals and also developed into high-impact business applications at HPE.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright.jpg\" title=\"Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP\" alt=\"John Thompson Keynote at 2024 INFORMS Regional Analytics Chicago\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/files\/2025\/07\/Beverly_Wright-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <h3> Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP <\/h3> Vice President of Data Science &amp; AI, Wavicle Data Solutions<br><br>Director for Data Science &amp; AI, University of Georgia\u2019s Executive Education\n<h4>Closing Speech<\/h4>\n<ul><li><h4>+ Bio<\/h4><p>Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP serves as Vice President of Data Science &amp; AI at Wavicle Data Solutions, and Director for Data Science &amp; AI at University of Georgia\u2019s Executive Education.<\/p> <p>With a career spanning over 30 years across utilities, financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, consulting, and academia, Beverly has led numerous teams and established herself as\u00a0a data science &amp; AI\u00a0thought leader, executive professor, national speaker, podcast host, and a trailblazing advocate for data science and AI for good.<\/p> <p>She also serves as Board Chair for TAG Data Science &amp; AI, Board Member for Georgia Institute of Technology\u2019s Master of Science in Analytics program, Past President of the Analytics Society at INFORMS, and podcast host for TAG Data Talk.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/INFORMS\">Twitter<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/INFORMSpage\/\">Facebook<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/informs_2\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"mailto:informs@informs.org\">Mail<\/a><\/li><\/ul>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/244","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1001096"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=244"}],"version-history":[{"count":520,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/244\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2315,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/244\/revisions\/2315"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/regional-analytics-atlanta2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=244"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}