Recognized Data Visualization Leaders 2025

I am a Product and Design Leader focused on building tools that make video storytelling more scalable, accessible, and impactful for modern businesses. My work blends creative strategy, UX design, and AI-enabled workflows to help organizations communicate more effectively and efficiently. At MarketScale, I lead the design and development of Studio, a media platform used by over 250 companies. The platform enables teams across industries to produce high-quality content without the constraints of traditional production models. Studio empowers B2B professionals to share their expertise, lead conversations, and grow their brands through authentic video communication. My experience spans product strategy, visual communication, cross-functional leadership, and scalable systems development. I’ve contributed to brand growth, platform innovation, and valuation increases for U.S.-based organizations, including companies rooted in national infrastructure such as communications, education, and advanced manufacturing. My work supports professionals across healthcare, education, logistics, and manufacturing—helping organizations across the country communicate with speed, clarity, and authenticity.

Creative Director of Thought Media, a digital agency with locations in Toronto, New York, and Austin. Boasting over 500 clients, and in operation since 2009. We handle design, branding, development, animation, and marketing for SMBs, Enterprises, and Government agencies around the world.

Data Scientist with 6+ years of experience implementing ML algorithms to drive business decisions. Expertise in production code, algorithm development, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in Python, SQL, and cloud platforms. MS in Statistics from UIUC and proven track record of applying advanced analytics to solve complex business challenges.

Software Data Engineer with over 9 years of experience who is passionate about turning big data into strategic assets. Experience Highlights: PySpark Development Dashboard Reporting AWS ETL Development ETL Data Validation Data Scrubbing REST API Data Ingestion

Versatile Team Coordinator known for successfully executing diverse projects (related to Software Development & Digital Marketing) tasks to accomplish project deadlines. Enthusiastic problem solver and talented performer with excellent communication, planning, and decision-making skills. A technology passionate having a keen eye on evolving technology trends, methods and processes. Proficient problem-solver who envisions business and technical perspectives to develop workable solutions. Motivated achiever who guides the teams in applying technology to business settings, provides added value, and creates project deliverable in a timely manner. A self-driven learner always excited and open to adapt new technology paradigm. An effective communicator and team player, recognized by peers and management as a strong collaborator.

With over 17 years of experience in analytics and marketing, I live by the belief that "Data Inspires Strategy." I’ve built my career on transforming complex data into strategic direction - designing analytics frameworks, operational processes, and measurement systems that power business growth. As Vice President of Analytics at January Digital, I lead a multidisciplinary team of data engineers, scientists, and analysts dedicated to unlocking value from data. Our work spans media mix modeling, attribution, predictive modeling, and experimentation - all underpinned by emerging AI capabilities. Today, I’m focused on integrating AI agents and generative intelligence into analytics workflows to enhance insight generation, automate reporting, and elevate decision-making speed and quality. Beyond my role at January Digital, I’m passionate about developing future analytics leaders. I teach as an adjunct instructor at SMU and serve on both the Women in Leadership Advisory Council and the AMA DFW Executive Board as EVP of Analytics. My goal - in every setting - is to bridge data, technology, and strategy to shape smarter, more resilient organizations.

Ability to synthesize data insights and present clear, compelling visuals and narratives to drive business action. Passionate about generating meaningful impacts through data. Adept at distilling data into actionable insights to optimize business performance. Technical expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics to solve challenges around growth, marketing effectiveness, operational efficiency, and customer experience. Combining technical skills with modern business concepts to streamline crucial decision-making processes.

Mathematician turned AI-researcher using the world's largest supercomputer(s) to build, validate, and deploy AI models to areas of national interest including fundamental science, energy, health, and security.

I am a family man that enjoys spending time with my wife and son. I am a hardworking individual that believes in doing the job right the first time. In the current company I am in, Veteran Ratings, we help veterans get the VA disability benefits they deserve. We do this by getting veterans with service connected disabilities set up with rating consultants and our private doctor network, to create a fully developed claim for the veteran. We have a 97% success rate with getting our nation's heroes the rating they should have received in the first place. If you would like more information email me at erict@vteranratings.com or call/text me at 619-349-5374. Before Veteran Ratings, my life developed around electronics, everything from repair and troubleshooting, to refurbishment and instillation, on a wide range of products. I still do repair work on the side, but when I found that I could help people in a more beneficial way, I decided to change my career path.

Yos is a founder and software engineer in the crypto space. He has a background in software engineering and was most recently at Chainlink Labs working on onchain building blocks for the DeFi ecosystem. At Chainlink, Yos was a staff software engineer and the technical load for Chainlink Staking (a >$1B TBL DeFi protocol on Ethereum.) Before that, Yos worked in global-scale engineering teams at Grab and PayPal. He studied Computer Science at the National University of Singapore.

Results-driven Senior SEO Executive with a strong track record in improving organic rankings, traffic, and conversions across diverse industries. Skilled in technical SEO audits, on-page and off-page optimization, content strategy, and keyword research using tools like Google Search Console, SEMrush, and Ahrefs. Experienced in developing and executing data-driven SEO strategies that align with business goals while ensuring compliance with the latest Google algorithm updates. Adept at collaborating with content, development, and marketing teams to enhance website performance and user experience for sustained growth.

Keach Digital Agency is an award-winning digital marketing company in USA that enables businesses to overcome and address digital marketing complexities and assure revenue growth.

Jerry Ward is a Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Viscosity.AI, where he leads the integration of data, design, and automation to help organizations transform complex systems into human-centered intelligence. With over two decades of experience spanning energy, finance, healthcare, and enterprise technology, he has guided large-scale initiatives in cloud architecture, ERP modernization, and AI-driven transformation. Known for blending technical depth with strategic design, Ward’s philosophy is simple: the best systems don’t replace people... they amplify them. His work has been featured in publications including Consultant Magazine and CIO Grid, where he’s shared insights on digital adoption, stakeholder alignment, and the future of intelligent operations. When he’s not architecting data ecosystems, Ward writes and speaks about how organizations can out-design resistance, align human creativity with machine precision, and turn transformation into lasting advantage. “You don’t fight the process... you out-design it.”

OnDemandStartup - Software Platforms for Startups like Handymans, CareGivers, Multi-Vendor Grocery Delivery, Last Mile Delivery, Trucking PlatformsUsing and Training, FineTuning Large Language Models on LLama and OpenAI Barkan has more than 16 years of experience in providing solutions and services to startups and enterprises.Highlights- Built a team for a healthcare startup in US which is valued at 50 million USD currently.- Our Team built the MVP for the largest delivery app in Nigeria.- Built Asset Management solution for the largest construction company in Saudi Arabia.- Advisor for various government initiatives, Led the Digital Policy Creation for Pakistan.- Our Team built one of the fastest-growing grocery delivery startups in Kuala Lumpur.- Build CRM for Zoyago + Marketing and Sales Team

Results-oriented technology leader with over 9 years of experience in Infrastructure Security, Automation, Generative AI, and Software-Defined Operations. Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, streamline enterprise support, and execute strategic initiatives that enhance organizational resilience and operational efficiency. A seasoned cybersecurity professional, experienced in vulnerability and patch management at scale, with a strong track record of driving measurable, data-driven impact through intelligent automation. Skilled in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and compliant infrastructure solutions that align with business and regulatory goals. Proven expertise in project and program management, particularly within Agile and Scrum frameworks, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Recognized for combining technical depth with strategic vision to deliver transformative outcomes in complex enterprise environments.

I’m the founder of m365.show and datascience.show, two independent platforms and content hubs dedicated to spotlighting innovation, strategy, and community voices in the Microsoft ecosystem. My work focuses on bridging enterprise needs with the fast-moving capabilities of tools like Microsoft Fabric, Power BI Copilot, and the broader Power Platform — areas where data, AI, and low-code solutions are transforming how organizations work, decide, and scale. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of technology and storytelling, I lead and organize livestream events, interviews, and hands-on demos that bring clarity to Microsoft's most complex offerings. These events serve thousands of viewers across industries, helping IT leaders, data professionals, and decision-makers keep pace with change — and make confident moves toward digital transformation. Through m365.show, I provide insights on the evolving Microsoft 365 landscape, from governance and compliance to collaboration and automation. On datascience.show, I dive deeper into analytics, AI, and the data stack — especially how Microsoft Fabric is reshaping enterprise data architecture and how tools like Copilot in Power BI are changing how business users interact with data using natural language. As a speaker, host, and curator, I’m passionate about making advanced technology accessible and relevant — not just for developers and architects, but also for media, analysts, and business audiences trying to understand what these trends mean in practice. If you're a journalist or content creator covering the future of work, AI in the enterprise, low-code/no-code solutions, or digital transformation within the Microsoft ecosystem, I’d be happy to contribute. Whether it's on-the-record commentary, demos, community trends, or expert takes on announcements from Microsoft, I'm always open to a conversation. 📨 Let’s connect — I welcome media inquiries, collaborations, and guest opportunities.

A curious Content Marketing Manager with a demonstrated history of working in a media monitoring and market research industry. Specializes in insights and continuously seeks ways to create an impact in the translation of data into meaningful and relatable stories for everyone.

With over 10 years of experience in the tech industry and academic research, I am a passionate and effective leader in Data Science and Engineering. I have a strong background in machine learning and statistics, and I have applied my skills and knowledge in various domains, such as fintech, commercial real estate, and productivity software.Currently, I am the Director of Data Science and Engineering at Miro, the online collaborative whiteboard platform for teams. I lead a team of 50+ Data professionals, who are responsible for delivering intelligent features in the Miro app, such as Miro Assist, sticky note clustering, and template recommendation. We also cater for all data delivery and management within Miro, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and reliable data services and infrastructure. My mission is to enable Miro to become "as intelligent as a teammate" and to empower data-driven decision making across the organization.

David Chen is the Chief Technology Officer of DataNumen, a global leader in data recovery software. With extensive expertise in software engineering and data recovery technologies, David leads the company's technical vision and innovation strategy. He oversees DataNumen's research and development initiatives, driving the creation of cutting-edge solutions that address complex data loss scenarios across various platforms. Under David's technical leadership, DataNumen has developed proprietary algorithms and methodologies that achieve industry-leading recovery rates for corrupted files across numerous formats. He directs the company's engineering teams across global offices in the UK, US, Hong Kong, Germany, and Australia, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation that serves clients in more than 240 countries. David works closely with Fortune Global 500 companies—including Toyota, FedEx, HP, Procter & Gamble, and Dell—to understand their evolving data protection challenges and develop tailored technical solutions. His contributions to DataNumen's SDK have been instrumental in enabling seamless integration of the company's recovery technologies into enterprise systems worldwide. Through his technical expertise and forward-thinking approach, David continues to strengthen DataNumen's position as an industry pioneer in data protection and recovery technology.

The sun ☀️ and wind 💨 are free and infinite resources, yet their inherent intermittency creates volatility that costs the sector billions annually, severely complicates market strategies, and poses a constant risk to the electrical grid that powers our world. At Steadysun, we have made resolving this paradox our core mission. We turn this chaotic uncertainty into a measurable, strategic, and competitive advantage. Our approach is built on a radical rejection of simplicity. While most forecasting solutions rely on a limited number of meteorological models, we view this as fundamentally insufficient—akin to piloting an aircraft while looking through only one window. We have engineered an AI brain 🧠, a proprietary and powerful intelligence designed to operate with a full 360-degree vision. This engine is continuously fed by an unparalleled diversity of data in the market. It aggressively aggregates and analyzes information from over twenty specialized meteorological models, ranging from global experts to hyper-local specialists, leveraging the strengths of each. Crucially, we augment this with real-time data from satellites 🛰️ tracking cloud formation, live readings from ground sensors providing on-the-spot conditions, and years of deep historical datasets that serve as our AI’s memory, allowing it to learn from and eliminate past errors. This massive data fusion is our signature: the multi-model approach. It enables us to detect weak signals that others miss, delivering power generation forecasts of exceptional reliability and predictive accuracy. For our clients, this advantage is profound and tangible. It grants power producers the ability to sell their energy at optimal prices 📈 and plan maintenance without sacrificing peak production. It equips traders with the confidence required to manage risk and capitalize on volatile market opportunities. And for grid operators, it provides the indispensable tool needed to anticipate every ramp event and guarantee security of supply for everyone. We are not just selling data. We are selling confidence—the confidence necessary to invest massively in and operate a sustainable, reliable, and profitable energy future. 🚀