Zak Brown, Phd is currently a Machine Learning Engineering Manager at Kensho Technologies, an innovation hub for S&P Global. His career has mainly focused on natural language processing, deep learning, and developing architectures for scaling compute-intensive workloads. With a deep understanding of language models and advanced AI algorithms, Zak excels in leading and empowering cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge NLP products and services. Additionally, Zak is an organizer for both the local RVA Data Science Community Meetup group as well as the RVATech Data Summit.

He holds a Phd in Physics from The College of William & Mary. Outside of work, Zak enjoys spending time with his wife and kids. His hobbies include playing music, being a great armchair movie critic, traveling and physical fitness.