Hans-Kristian Bryn

35 years: Strategic risk management and governance

Hans-Kristian Bryn is a strategic risk and governance advisor with over 20 years of partner level advisory experience. He is currently a senior advisor to Boards and ExCo's listed on the FTSE 100 & FTSE 250 on risk management and governance related matters. Prior to private advisory, Hans was a partner at firms such as Oliver Wyman and PwC and worked across a wide range of sectors.

Carlos Salas

Portfolio Manager and Data Scientist

Carlos Salas is a professional investor passionate about the lifelong development of an investment process that blends man and machine. Over the last 15 years, he has worked in investment roles for firms such as Santander AM, BNP Paribas, Jefferies, and LCAM. He is currently pursuing three careers simultaneously - as an investment manager, consultant and lecturer.

Elizabeth Stanley

Data Scientist and Engineer: 10 years

Elizabeth Stanley is a dynamic engineering innovator, with a specialisation in Bioengineering, with a robust background in research, teaching. She excels in embedded systems, computational modelling, with a proficiency in data analysis, visualisation and machine learning. She currently serves as the Head Facilitator and Program Lead at ExploreAI Academy and she is very dedicated to advancing bioengineering and data science, actively engaging in groundbreaking research and empowering the next generation of African engineers and data scientists through comprehensive education and mentorship.

Matt Lewis

Data Consultant: 5 years

Matt Lewis works as a consultant in the data space for 5 years, after he moved from the academic world to the world of data. He has helped clients in several domains, and with varying degrees of digital and data maturity, get to grips with their data and find ways to extract business value from it. Currently, as a program lead at Sand Technologies, he focuses on guiding a UK-based client in the water/wastewater sector, developing a value proposition for prospective clients, and mentoring junior managers in product development. His work involves collaborating with stakeholders up to the Director level to enhance business processes through data-driven solutions. He also holds a doctoral degree in Zoology and Animal Biology from the University of Cape Town.

Paul dos Santos

5 years: Senior AI Engineer

Paul dos Santos is a data professional with over a decade of experience, currently working as a Senior AI Engineer for Imagimob (an Infineon company). With a background in Geographic Information Science, he has developed AI systems across various industries, including consulting, manufacturing, social impact, and healthcare, using advanced data science techniques.