Abid Ali, Ph. D.
About Abid Ali, Ph. D.
Abid Ali, Ph.D., is a Lead Instructor at Correlation One and a co-founder of a stealth startup, with extensive experience in coaching and data across various industries. He has held multiple roles in academia and industry, focusing on building relationships and enhancing educational experiences through innovative technologies.
Work at Correlation One
Abid Ali serves as the Lead Instructor for Enterprise Programs at Correlation One. He has been in this role since 2024, contributing to the development and delivery of educational programs designed for enterprise clients. His work focuses on leveraging data and AI technologies to enhance learning outcomes and foster professional growth within organizations.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Abid Ali is currently involved in multiple roles. He is a Co-Founder at a Stealth Startup, focusing on innovative solutions since 2024. Additionally, he works as a Life Coach and Leadership Coach with the International Coaching Federation and Accomplishment Coaching, both since 2023. He also holds positions as a Graduate Lecturer and Capstone Advisor at Northwestern University and the University of Chicago, where he teaches courses in data science and applied data science.
Education and Expertise
Abid Ali holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Information and Knowledge Strategy from Columbia University, and a Master of Computer Science (MS) from Bahria University. His education is complemented by credentials from Harvard University and Harvard Business School Online, where he studied Management and earned the CORe Credential of Readiness. His diverse educational background supports his expertise in data, AI, and leadership.
Professional Background
Abid Ali has a diverse professional background with experience in various industries. He has held positions at Barclays Bank as a Teradata DBA and Technical Specialist, and at Farmers Insurance as a Data Modeler. His career includes significant roles at Capgemini, IRI, and Dataiku, where he focused on data engineering, customer success, and insights management. He has also lectured at Columbia University and served as a Solution Architect at Teradata.
Achievements and Contributions
Abid Ali co-founded two startups originating from Harvard, which focus on sustainability and coaching through AI technologies. He has extensive experience as a trusted advisor in data and AI across various sectors, including banking, insurance, and retail. His commitment to social entrepreneurship emphasizes purpose-driven initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges. He advocates for engaging educational methods to enhance learning experiences.