Welcome to episode 31 of AI Mentors, the podcast that helps you pave the way for a successful career in the world of Data Science and AI.

Powered by Alldus International the premium AI Workforce Solutions, our top consultant’s interview AI Leaders and Data Scientists from around the world about their personal journey to becoming a front-runner in AI. Guests offer practical advice to those interested in becoming a leader in Data Science.

Today’s guest is Paul Brenner, Head of Data Science at PlaceIQ where he defines the role of data science within the company. Paul ensures the team works on the most impactful projects, finds new ways that they can build new products that will fulfil their client’s needs and helps promote education within the organization to keep PlaceIQ ahead of the competition. 

Based in New York, PlaceIQ powers critical business and marketing decisions with location data, analytics and insights. Companies can uncover opportunities within the consumer journey by learning about and connecting with location-based audiences, measuring real-world ROI, and applying insights that drive intelligent marketing and successful business outcomes.

In the episode, Paul will discuss:

How he helped grow the Data Science function at PlaceIQ 

The different paths available for Data Scientists 

Advice on deciding when to apply Machine Learning in your business 

What to consider when making your next career move 

Building a high-performing data science team 

His top interview tips 

To find out more about Paul and the work at PlaceIQ, check out the website www.placeiq.com. You can also connect with Paul on Linkedin or follow PlaceIQ on Twitter @PlaceIQ.

What were your key learns from Paul’s podcast? What takeaways did you gain from the show to help in your AI and Data Science aspirations? I would love to hear your thoughts so please leave a comment below.

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