Sray Agarwal is a seasoned AI and analytics professional with a rich background spanning Financial Services to Hospitality. With a track record of pioneering Responsible AI frameworks for prominent banks in the UK and the US, Sray's expertise is rooted in data-driven innovation. Additionally, he recently authored a book on Responsible AI published by Springer and has lent his expertise as a visiting faculty member at renowned institutions like NUS, ISB, and Jio Institute, where he imparts cutting-edge AI education.
Having excelled in Data Science with merit, Sray embarked on a journey as a torchbearer of AI initiatives at a leading e-commerce company. Situated in the vibrant tech hub of London, he is a proficient practitioner of Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, and advanced Machine Learning, boasting deep insights into algorithms and advanced statistics.
As a Principal Consultant at Fractal, Sray leads the charge in AI and Responsible AI endeavors. His 13+ years of industry experience encompass a wide spectrum of machine learning and decision science applications. He holds a T1 global talent UK visa and the prestigious title of Microsoft MVP in AI, solidifying his standing as an acclaimed authority in the AI and ML landscape. Furthermore, he serves as an expert advisor to the United Nations (UN), where he champions several pivotal initiatives.
Beyond his corporate role, Sray is a mentor to startups and students, a creator of online course content, and a sought-after speaker at conferences worldwide. His passion lies in cultivating responsible and ethical AI practices, with a keen focus on their societal and environmental impact.
Sray's proficiency extends across diverse domains, including credit risk modeling, customer churn analysis, financial crime detection, graph-based crime modeling, text and sentiment analysis, neural networks, market engineering, and more. He wields a versatile toolkit encompassing Python, R, Spark, AWS, Azure, and GCP, fortified by a collection of certifications and publications that underscore his commitment to excellence.
Research Interests:
• Responsible & Ethical AI
• ESG and Sustainability
• Graph Algorithms
• Fraud Predictions
- PGP in Business Analytics, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, India
- Master's in Economics, Mahatma Gandhi University, India
- Global Management Programme, Darden Business School, University of Virginia, USA
- Authored a book ‘Responsible AI’
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