Eric Siegel

Dr. Eric Siegel stands as a leading authority in machine learning deployment and predictive analytics, combining academic excellence with practical business applications. As founder of Machine Learning Week and Generative AI World conference series, he has created influential platforms for AI innovation and knowledge exchange. His career spans distinguished academic roles, including teaching at Columbia University where he earned the Distinguished Faculty award, and later serving at UVA Darden Business School. His bestselling book "Predictive Analytics" has become a standard text at hundreds of universities, while his recent work "The AI Playbook" addresses the crucial challenges of machine learning deployment. Through his Coursera specialization with SAS, he helps professionals master end-to-end machine learning implementation. As executive editor of The Machine Learning Times and a frequent keynote speaker, he bridges the gap between technical expertise and business application. His interdisciplinary approach combines rigorous technical understanding with practical business insights, while his published op-eds explore the intersection of analytics and social justice.