Director of Data & AI
Builder of Scalable, Impactful Data Products

Creating AI systems, productized insights, and intelligent automation at scale. 17+ years transforming data into strategic competitive advantage.

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17+ Years Experience
5 Major Companies
$5M+ Business Impact

About Me

I'm a senior data and AI leader who transforms complex business challenges into scalable, intelligent solutions. Over the past decade, I've built and led data teams at high-growth companies including Sunday Natural, JustPlay, Foodspring, and Forto, delivering AI systems that drive measurable business outcomes.

My expertise spans the full spectrum of modern data leadership: from architecting AI agent frameworks and fraud detection systems to implementing demand forecasting models and experimentation platforms. I specialize in bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and strategic business value, ensuring every data initiative contributes to competitive advantage.

What sets me apart is my ability to combine deep technical expertise with strategic product thinking and executive leadership. I build not just systems, but sustainable data capabilities that scale with organizational growth and evolving market demands.

Technical Leadership

AI/ML Strategy, Data Architecture, Team Building

Core Expertise

AI Agents, Fraud Detection, Demand Forecasting, Personalization

Business Impact

Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Product Development

Experience At

Sunday Natural Data & AI Leadership
JustPlay Data Strategy
Foodspring Analytics & ML
Forto Data Products
Movinga Data & AI

Featured Projects

Strategic initiatives that delivered measurable business impact through innovative data solutions

AI-Powered Product Recommendation Engine

Sunday Natural

Built an intelligent recommendation system serving millions of users, combining collaborative filtering with deep learning to personalize product discovery and increase conversion rates.

+35% Conversion Rate
+€2M Annual Revenue
Machine Learning Personalization Real-time Systems

Geolocation-Based Fraud Detection

JustPlay

Developed a sophisticated fraud detection system leveraging geolocation analytics and behavioral patterns to identify and prevent fraudulent activities in real-time gaming environments.

-75% Fraud Incidents
$500K Loss Prevention
Fraud Detection Geospatial Analysis Risk Management

SKU-Level Demand Forecasting Platform

Foodspring

Implemented advanced forecasting models using SARIMAX with promotional effects to optimize inventory management and supply chain efficiency across thousands of product SKUs.

-25% Inventory Costs
+40% Forecast Accuracy
Time Series Supply Chain Optimization

GDPR Data Deletion Automation

Forto

Architected an automated data governance system ensuring GDPR compliance through intelligent data lifecycle management and automated deletion workflows across multiple data sources.

100% Compliance Rate
-90% Manual Effort
Data Governance Compliance Automation

Experimentation Platform & Framework

Cross-Company Initiative

Built a comprehensive A/B testing platform enabling data-driven decision making across product teams, with statistical rigor and automated experiment analysis capabilities.

200+ Experiments Run
+15% Product KPIs
A/B Testing Statistical Analysis Product Analytics

Services Offered

Strategic data and AI consulting for organizations ready to transform their capabilities

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AI Agent Design

Architect intelligent agent systems that automate complex workflows and decision-making processes, integrating seamlessly with existing business operations.

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Forecasting Systems

Develop sophisticated predictive models for demand planning, financial forecasting, and strategic planning using advanced time series and machine learning techniques.

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Fraud & Risk Modeling

Build robust fraud detection and risk assessment systems that protect business value while maintaining optimal user experience and operational efficiency.

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Experimentation Frameworks

Establish data-driven decision-making culture through comprehensive A/B testing platforms and statistical analysis frameworks that drive product optimization.

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Data Strategy & Roadmaps

Create comprehensive data strategies aligned with business objectives, including technology roadmaps, team structure design, and capability development plans.

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Executive Communication

Translate complex technical initiatives into clear business value propositions for C-suite stakeholders, ensuring alignment and securing strategic investment.

Thought Leadership

Insights on data strategy, AI implementation, and organizational transformation

Latest Articles on Medium

Building AI Agents That Scale: Lessons from Production Systems

Key principles for designing autonomous agents that handle real-world complexity and uncertainty.

Published on Medium

The Strategic Data Leader's Guide to Executive Stakeholder Management

How to effectively communicate data initiatives and secure buy-in for transformational projects.

Published on Medium

From Experimentation to Impact: Building a Culture of Data-Driven Decisions

Practical frameworks for implementing robust experimentation capabilities across organizations.

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Let's Connect

Open to consulting opportunities, leadership roles, and strategic collaborations. Let's discuss how data and AI can transform your organization.

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Email varun.tyagi83@gmail.com