DATA SCIENCE SALON ATX

USING GENERATIVE AI & MACHINE LEARNING IN THE ENTERPRISE + Startup Showcase

Austin + On-demand | Feb 19-20, 2025

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Data Science Salon is a flagship Austin, TX event. The intimate two-day 250 person conference curates data science sessions to bring industry leaders and specialists face-to-face to educate each other on innovative solutions in generative AI, machine learning, predictive analytics and acceptance around best practices. You will see a mix of use-cases, technical talks and workshops, and you will walk away with actionable insights from those working on the frontlines of machine learning in the enterprise. All sessions are recorded and will be available on demand after the event.

We added The Future of ML & AI Startups + Showcase as part of the second day of programming and this will continue for all DSS ATX events moving forward. This day will include, VC panels sharing insights on the funding journey and startup panels discussing real-world challenges and success stories with AI founders + a start-up showcase with a prize of a monetary credit to help their startup with GTM and overall marketing/growth strategy awarded to the most interesting start-up. Apply here to feature in the DSS ATX Startup Showcase! Participating provides a unique platform to demonstrate your product to our broad and diverse community.

 

speakers

attendees in person

Confirmed Speakers

Shivika Bisen

Shivika Bisen

Data Scientist

Arun Kuppam

Arun Kuppam

Director of Data Science

Dr. Greg Michaelson

Dr. Greg Michaelson

Chief Product Officer & Co-Founder

Brent Schneeman

Brent Schneeman

Director, AI and Software Engineering

Fatma Tarlaci

Fatma Tarlaci

Adjunct Faculty, Computer Science

Seshendranath Balla Venkata

Seshendranath Balla Venkata

Senior Manager of Software Development

Amanda Ford

Amanda Ford

Data Program Manager, Mayor’s Office of Innovation

Balaji Dhamodharan

Balaji Dhamodharan

Global Software Analytics Leader

Mugdha	Tasgaonkar

Mugdha Tasgaonkar

Data Science Leader

Dhivya Nagasubramanian

Dhivya Nagasubramanian

Lead AI Solutions Architect, VP

Anthony Mahanna

Anthony Mahanna

Software Engineer

David Talby

David Talby

CTO

Arjun Bali

Arjun Bali

Senior Data Scientist

Christine Galib

Christine Galib

Director, Advancing Photonics Technologies

Ari Heljakka

Ari Heljakka

Co-Founder & CEO, Root Signals

Adrienne C. Pubylski

Adrienne C. Pubylski

Public Sector Vice President

Michael Maloney

Michael Maloney

Principal

Garnet S. Heraman

Garnet S. Heraman

Co-Founder, Managing Partner

Rohin Tagra

Rohin Tagra

Founder, CEO

George Ploss

George Ploss

Head of VC Practice

Jesse Martinez

Jesse Martinez

Founder, CEO, Chair

Dr. Jan E. Odegard

Dr. Jan E. Odegard

Managing Principal

Ariana Smetana

Ariana Smetana

CEO, Founder

Lauren Burke-McCarthy

Lauren Burke-McCarthy

Senior Data Science Lead, AI Strategy

Gopinath Sundaramurthy

Gopinath Sundaramurthy

Founder & Head of Data Science

Aarohi Tripathi

Aarohi Tripathi

Senior Data Engineer

Oksana Malysheva

Oksana Malysheva

Managing Partner & CEO

MEET THE JUDGES OF
THE 2025 DSS ATX STARTUP SHOWCASE

Dr. Jan E. Odegard

Dr. Jan E. Odegard

Managing Principal, 62x LLC

Dr. Christine Galib

Dr. Christine Galib

Director, Advancing Photonics Technology, Princeton University

Adrienne C. Pubylski

Adrienne C. Pubylski

Public Sector Vice President, SHI International Group

Balaji Dhamodharan

Balaji Dhamodharan

Global Software Analytics Leader, AMD

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to showcase your product before a vibrant and diverse audience at the DSS ATX Startup Showcase (must be pre-seed or less to qualify). We are selecting four startups to pitch their innovations in front of a panel of five judges and an engaged audience of 200 attendees. Last year, [ Vectorize ] took home the top prize, highlighting the potential for transformative success through this platform. This is more than just exposure—it’s a chance to connect directly with potential users who are actively seeking and ready to embrace new solutions. Don’t miss the chance to position your product at the forefront of an audience eager to discover and benefit from groundbreaking technologies like yours.

MEET THE FOUNDERS OF
THE 2025 DSS ATX STARTUP SHOWCASE

Anekha Sokhal

Anekha Sokhal

Founder & Lead Data Scientist

Iain Montford

Iain Montford

Founder & CEO

 Irina Starovoitova

Irina Starovoitova

Project Manager

Nancy Tyagi

Nancy Tyagi

Chief Technical Officer

Surjodeep Sarkar

Surjodeep Sarkar

Chief Operating Officer

 Jeremy Antoniuk

Jeremy Antoniuk

Founder & CEO

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About DSS Austin

Data Science Salon Austin gathers the most diverse community in the data science field, bringing together executives, senior data science practitioners, data science managers, analysts, and engineering professionals. The format includes an optional expo and lots of time for networking in a casual environment with entertainment.

Why Attend the DSS Austin Experience?

  • Improve your data skills in engaging live presentations and panel discussions
  • Meet and connect with leading data scientists in a casual atmosphere
  • Learn how to apply state-of-the art AI and machine learning techniques in the enterprise
  • Ask expert speakers questions in live Q&A sessions
  • Enjoy fun cocktail hours and great entertainment
  • Access the recordings of all sessions until two weeks after the event

Past Attending Companies

Venue

Netsuite Oracle’s HQ:
2300 Oracle Wy, Austin, Texas.

purchase tickets for DSS ATX

Are you interested in attending multiple DSS events? Get 20% off the regular ticket price if you register for two events and 30% off if you register for three or more events. Reach out to events@formulatedby.com for more details. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable, however you can transfer your ticket any time.

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