VP of Data and AI Strategy
ApplyBoard
Haitham Amar is the Vice President of Data and AI at ApplyBoard, a global leader in international education services, where he drives strategic innovation through data science, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics. Under his leadership, ApplyBoard leverages cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance decision-making processes, optimize user experiences, and accelerate growth, ultimately impacting over a million international students worldwide.
Haitham is also a sessional Professor at the University of Waterloo, teaching courses in Data and Knowledge Modeling and Analysis, and previously served as an instructor in AI and machine learning at McMaster University. With a PhD in Computer and Electrical Engineering, his research spans artificial intelligence, game theory, machine learning, and GPS localization.
An entrepreneur and innovator, Haitham was the CTO and Information Technology-Libya, contributing significantly to developing critical data infrastructures for industries including banking, airlines, and oil and gas. He is passionate about bridging academic insights with industry applications, mentoring emerging professionals, and fostering the advancement of data-driven strategies and intelligent systems globally.
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