Max Hu

With over 20 years of experience in Applied AI, Data Science, and Machine Learning (ML), I specialize in developing and executing strategic roadmaps for AI/ML product development while leading high-performing data science teams across industries. I have driven the modernization of data and ML ecosystems, implemented robust data governance frameworks, and fostered a culture of innovation and continuous learning. My expertise spans data strategy and architecture, predictive modeling, generative AI, market research, forecasting, optimization, personalized recommendation engines, data-driven marketing, credit risk modeling, and product development. Passionate about building scalable AI solutions, I excel in leadership, team management, and delivering transformative data-driven outcomes.

• Assoc Director, Office of Data Services, National Technical Information Service (NTIS), Department of Commerce (July 2024 – Mar 2025)
• Co-Founder & AI Product Officer, Ai Made Easy Corp (Jan 2023 – June 2024)
• Senior Director of Data Science, Adtalem Global Education (09/2021 – 11/2022) 
• Senior Director of Data Science, Laureate Education/Walden University (05/2019 – 08/2021) 
• Chief Data Scientist, Centennial Analytics (01/2019 – 05/2019) 
• Vice President of Analytics, New York Life Insurance Company (03/2018 – 11/2018) 
• Head of Data Science, Blend360 (01/2017 – 02/2018) 
• Head of Healthcare Predictive Analytics, McKinsey & Company (04/2013 – 01/2017) 
• Manager to Sr Director of Advanced Analytics, Merkle Inc (12/2004 – 03/2013) 
• Senior Statistician, Capital One Auto Finance (Jul 2001 – Dec 2004)
• Senior MIS Analyst, Capital One Auto Finance (Sept 1999 – Jun 2001)
• SAS Programmer, Capital One Financial Corp (Jan 1999 – Aug 1999)

MS in Applied Statistics, Louisiana State University