E18 Eben Esterhuizen, Senior Director of Data Science at Schireson

Today's guest is Eben Esterhuizen who is the Senior Director
of Data Science at Schireson in New York. Schireson is a
leading data science firm delivering transformative solutions in
marketing and media.


Schierson believes the transformational potential of data science
requires the combination of superior technical capabilities and
deep business context. This allows them to solve key business
issues for clients and drive meaningful improvements to revenue
and profitability.


Eben has extensive experience developing Python applications and
an in-depth understanding of machine learning, statistical
analysis and natural language processing. He also has a strong
managerial and sales background with senior level-local and
international experience. 


In the show, Eben will discuss:


How he became interested in a career in AI and Machine
Learning

Interesting projects they are working on at Schireson

The good and bad with the rise of Artificial Intelligence in
society

The growing trend of Explainable AI

Tools and techniques needed to upskill into XAI

How to become a stand out Data Scientist