Paul Pallath PhD
About Paul Pallath PhD
Paul Pallath, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Applied AI Practice at Searce Inc. He has a strong background in data analytics and artificial intelligence, with notable achievements including multiple awards and over 20 research publications.
Work at Searce
Paul Pallath serves as the Vice President of the Applied AI Practice at Searce Inc, a position he has held since 2023. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence to drive business solutions. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of AI strategies that enhance operational efficiency and deliver value to clients.
Education and Expertise
Paul Pallath holds an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned an M.Tech in Computer Applications from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he obtained a PhD in Machine Learning Algorithms from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, from 2005 to 2008. His educational background is complemented by various certificate courses, including Design Thinking from the Hasso Plattner Institute and Big Data challenges from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Professional Background
Paul Pallath has extensive experience in data analytics and artificial intelligence across various organizations. He worked at Vodafone Idea Limited as EVP of Data Analytics, AI, and Machine Learning from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Chief Data Scientist and Senior Director at SAP from 2013 to 2017. He was also the VP and Global Head of Data, Analytics, and AI Technology at Levi Strauss & Co. from 2019 to 2023. His career includes roles at Intuit, Marketopper Securities, and Pitney Bowes, where he contributed to product development and advanced analytics.
Achievements
Paul Pallath has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the fields of machine learning and artificial intelligence. He was included in 'The Insight250' list in 2023 and recognized as a 'Top 100 Analytics Leader in Asia' by MachineCon in 2019. He has over 20 research publications in international journals and holds more than 10 patents in AI, ML, and IoT. His awards include the 'Outstanding Leadership Award' at the Internet 2.0 Conference in 2022 and the 'Top 50 Data Analytics Professional Award' from OnCon in 2023.
Membership and Council Roles
In addition to his role at Searce, Paul Pallath is a member of the OnCon Senior Council since 2023. This position allows him to collaborate with other leaders in the field of data analytics and AI, sharing insights and best practices. His involvement in such councils underscores his commitment to advancing the industry and fostering innovation.