Amit Tewari
About Amit Tewari
Amit Tewari serves as the Director of Data Science at Xceedance, where he has worked since 2021. He holds advanced degrees in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Analytics from prestigious institutions, and has over 17 years of experience in the insurance and retail banking sectors.
Work at Xceedance
Amit Tewari serves as the Director of Data Science at Xceedance, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading data science initiatives and driving strategic projects that enhance the company's capabilities in data analytics and machine learning. His extensive experience in the insurance and retail banking sectors contributes to the development of innovative solutions within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Amit Tewari holds a Master of Science degree in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence from the Georgia Institute of Technology, which he completed in 2021. He also earned a Master's degree in Analytics, Data Science, and Machine Learning from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, in 2015. His undergraduate education includes a B-Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, completed in 2004. This educational background equips him with a strong foundation in data science and analytics.
Professional Background
Amit Tewari has over 17 years of technical and functional experience in the insurance and retail banking industries. Prior to his current role at Xceedance, he held various positions, including Principal of Data Science at Kronos, Director of Data Science at Ephesoft, and Data Science Architect at Emirates Group. He also served as a Visiting Faculty at The London School of Economics and Political Science, where he taught a postgraduate diploma in Data Science.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, Amit Tewari has executed strategic projects at notable organizations such as IBM and RBS, focusing on transforming rating platforms and implementing the Solvency II regime. He led the technology team for Berkshire Hathaway India and managed legacy claims management system replacements for prominent UK insurance brands, including Direct Line and Prudential. His contributions have significantly impacted the efficiency and effectiveness of data management in these organizations.