INSTRUCTOR · ADASCI

Anand Mahalingam Ph.D

Vice President Data Science at Digit Insurance

Accomplished and visionary Data Science leader with 20+ years of experience driving transformative outcomes through data-driven strategies. Expertise in Advanced Analytics, AI, ML, DL (Computer Vision, NLP). Strategic data leadership aligning objectives with business goals, fostering innovation and a data-driven culture. Skilled in team building, project execution, and continuous learning. Proficient in deploying AI models, optimising performance, and ensuring scalability. Thought leader contributing to industry forums, conferences, and articles. Core competencies include AI/ML, NLP, Computer Vision, MLOps, Data Analytics, Product Development, Data Engineering, and Data Governance. Currently working as Vice President Data Labs at HDFC Life, leading AI and Data Science initiatives for digital platform development, MedTech, underwriting trials, facial recognition, claims processing automation, and email classification. Previous experience includes MyHealthcare Technologies, Everteam India, BT, HGS, TeleDNA, BSNL, and MCL. Holds certifications in Executive Data Science, Digital Transformation, AI for Medical Diagnosis, and more. Certified Scrum Master, Certified DevOps Professional, AWS Cloud Practitioner and Project Management Professional (PMP). Holds a PhD in Technology Management and Computer Science (AI). Delivered keynote presentations, workshops, and technical talks at AI forums, government institutes, and universities. Member of the prestigious AIM Leadership Council and a core committee member for Govt of India-TEC Responsible AI Standards