About
I have spent the last 20+ years working on applied AI: in research centres, in large corporate R&D teams, and now as an independent consultant.
The common thread has been building things that actually work and deliver real value, not just exploring what might be theoretically possible.
Areas of expertise
Technical skills
- Artificial intelligence (AI) & machine learning
- Natural language processing (NLP)
- Data science & analytics
- Data mining & information retrieval
- Large-scale AI implementation
- Cross-industry AI applications
- Data science & ML-focused software development
- Prototypes: MVPs, proofs of concept, and more
Leadership & communication
- AI strategy development
- Data-driven decision-making
- R&D leadership
- AI ethics & governance
- AI project management
- Public speaking & lecturing
- Communication, mentoring, & training
- Industry–academia collaboration
Professional journey
Academic foundation
My journey in technology began with a BSc in computer applications, specialising in software engineering, followed by a PhD in information retrieval with cross-overs into machine learning and NLP.
Bridging academia & industry
Following my PhD, I worked as a post-doctoral researcher in a number of research centres, collaborating closely with industry on applied AI research for companies ranging from innovative start-ups to tech giants like Samsung. This gave me a solid grounding in taking AI research from idea to working prototype, and in working effectively with industry partners to deliver practical value.
Corporate R&D: scaling AI solutions
Transitioning to industry, I worked in R&D, machine learning, and data science roles at large multinational companies across consumer electronics, telecommunications, and healthcare, building and leading teams delivering AI products and systems at scale.
Leadership in healthcare AI
As Director of Data Science for UnitedHealth Group (a Fortune 5 company), I led AI and machine learning initiatives at scale across a global healthcare organisation: building teams, setting technical direction, and delivering solutions with real impact on patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Current focus: AI consulting
Now, as the founder of Clearlead AI Consulting, I work with organisations to design, build, and implement practical AI solutions that deliver real business value. My experience across industries and company sizes has given me a clear picture of where AI genuinely delivers and where it does not.
Consistent theme: bridging AI research and real business value
Throughout my career, I have specialised in machine learning, data science, and NLP, consistently focused on bridging the gap between what is possible with AI and what actually works in a business context.
Organisations I've worked with
