Data Science Salon SF

GENAI AND INTELLIGENT AGENTS in the Enterprise

San Francisco | November 6, 2025

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Join us at Data Science Salon San Francisco for an exclusive experience designed to connect you with the people you’d like to meet, without any surprises. DSS SF is an annual one-day conference, focused on using artificial intelligence and machine learning in the enterprise. This intimate event, a mix of TedEx, Foo Camp and Summit, curates data science sessions to bring senior managers, C-suite executives, and the most talented local AI/ML researchers face-to-face, fostering education and collaboration on innovative solutions in artificial intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics, and best practices. Expect to walk away with actionable insights from those working on the frontlines of machine learning in the enterprise. 

DSS SF 2025

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Confirmed Speakers

Srik Gorthy

Srik Gorthy

Sr Data Scientist, Trust & Safety

TikTok

Rahul Raja

Rahul Raja

Staff Software Engineer

LinkedIn

Aditya Tirumala

Aditya Tirumala

Principal Data Scientist

Zillow

Banani Mohapatra

Banani Mohapatra

Senior AI/ML Data science Manager

Walmart

Raman Khurana

Raman Khurana

Machine Learning Researcher and Lecturer

Walmart

Ruchi Mangharamani

Ruchi Mangharamani

IT Business System Analyst, Senior Advisor

Elevance Health

Al Shanmugam

Al Shanmugam

Head of Product

Echostar

Daniel Chernoff

Daniel Chernoff

Data Scientist

parallaxis.ai

Roger Magoulas

Roger Magoulas

Head of Content

DSS

Priyadarshini Balachandran

Priyadarshini Balachandran

Distinguished Software Engineer Walmart Commerce Platform

Walmart

Swagata Ashwani

Swagata Ashwani

Chapter Lead (SF)

Walmart

Aditya Gautam

Aditya Gautam

Tech Lead, Machine Learning

Walmart

Kuber Jain

Kuber Jain

Senior Data Scientist

Headspace

Sanghamitra Deb

Sanghamitra Deb

Sr Machine Learning Manager

Adobe

Madhura Raut

Madhura Raut

Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Workday

Angela Navarro

Angela Navarro

Director of Engineering for the Location AI team

Workday

David Talby

David Talby

Chief Data Officer

Workday

Srini Srinivasan

Srini Srinivasan

Founder and Chief Development Officer

Aerospike

Chris Latimer

Chris Latimer

Founder and CEO

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Matthew Glickman

Matthew Glickman

Co-founder and CEO

Genesis Computing
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TOPICS INCLUDE

Personalization at Scale with AI

Cloud Automation and ML

Recommendation Engines

Designing ML pipelines efficiently

Natural Language Processing & Deep Learning

Deep Neural Networks

Image Recognition with ML

Using large scale data sets

Scaling ML Production

Data Science Teams: Managing, Building, Collaboration

Integrating Open Source Tools into your workflows

Improving Data Quality

Machine learning best practices

Data Security

DSS SF Speaker Alumni

Alice Chang

Engineering Manager at Meta

Dhivya Rajprasad

Senior Product Manager at Zoom

Sanghamitra Deb

AI & ML Leadership at Adobe

Jodi Blomberg

VP AI & ML at Cox Automotive Inc.

Vincent David

Senior Director - Machine Learning at Capital One

Kasia Rachuta

Data science and analytics leader at Square

Swagata Ashwani

Data Science at Boomi

Raghavan Muthuregunathan

Senior Engineering Manager at LinkedIn

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About DSS San Francisco

Data Science Salon San Francisco is a one-day experience for senior managers, C-suite executives, and top local AI/ML researchers. This exclusive event is all about networking and connecting you with the right people you want to meet. It features a curated mix of use-cases, technical talks, workshops, and Q&A sessions, designed to foster direct interaction and collaboration among industry leaders. Apply to attend and join us to gain actionable insights from those at the forefront of machine learning in the enterprise.

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WHY ATTEND THE DSS SF EXPERIENCE?

  • Network with the Right People: Connect with senior managers, C-suite executives, and top local AI/ML researchers in an exclusive, invite-only setting.
  • Engage in Purpose-Driven Sessions: Dive into real-world case studies, technical deep dives, and open Q&A focused on deploying GenAI and intelligent agents at scale.
  • Learn from Enterprise Trailblazers: Hear how experts are building, governing, and optimizing GenAI and agentic systems across banking, tech, healthcare, and more.
  • Ask the Questions That Matter: Get direct, honest answers from leaders solving the hardest problems in enterprise AI during interactive sessions.
  • Leave with Actionable Insights: Walk away with implementable strategies—from evaluation frameworks and infrastructure choices to scaling agent-based AI solutions.
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What People Are Saying

“DSS NYC was the perfect platform to share how LAMs are reshaping enterprise AI. The audience was sharp, engaged, and ready to push the boundaries of innovation.”

Kristi Baishya
Kristi Baishya
AI Product Manager, Nomura
“What always stands out at DSS was the depth of conversation. It not just theory—it's always practical, honest, and incredibly energizing.”

Yu Yu
Yu Yu
Director of Data Science, BlackRock
“DSS is one of the few events where deep technical content meets real business impact. The risk modeling conversations were timely and relevant to every finance leader in the room.”

Arkin Gupta
Arkin Gupta
VP, Morgan Stanley
“Presenting on our GenAI text-to-SQL tool at DSS NYC was a highlight—so many smart questions, curious minds, and practitioners who understand the challenges of building at scale.”

Dan Liyanage
ML Scientist, PayPal
“DSS brought together people who truly care about making data work better. It was refreshing to share lessons in data stewardship with such a collaborative and inclusive group.”

Yashasvi Singh
Yashasvi Singh
Navy Federal Credit Union
“Stress testing, regulatory tech, and AI don’t always get the spotlight—but at DSS, they did. The community here gets it—the challenges, the urgency, and the opportunity.”

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Akhil Khunger
VP Quantitative Analytics, Barclays
“I’ve been to a lot of conferences, but DSS NYC had the most authentic and practical conversations about GenAI in finance and banking. No fluff—just real insights.”

Kalpan Dharamshi
Kalpan Dharamshi
JPMorgan Chase
“It was empowering to be part of a panel where software engineers, data scientists, and product leaders sat side by side. DSS really celebrates diverse voices and deep tech.”

Vishnupriya Devarajulu
Vishnupriya Devarajulu
American Express
"DSS Miami is where theory meets impact. It’s rare to find an event so focused on how AI actually works in the enterprise."

Flaviane Peccin
Flaviane Peccin
Director, AI/ML, Visa
"What I love about DSS is the quality of the program. Every session is crafted to push the conversation forward—no fluff, just substance."

Perla Sierra
Perla Sierra
CIO, PM Electrical Contractors
"DSS fosters true connection. You're not lost in a crowd—you’re in the room with leaders shaping the future of AI."

Antonio Ponte
Antonio Ponte
SVP AI/ML, Citi
“One of the most useful events I’ve attended—DSS brings together real practitioners, not just figureheads or sales pitches.”

Shafeeq Ur Rahaman
Shafeeq Ur Rahaman
Monks
“DSS is one of the few events where technical leaders and business stakeholders speak the same language. It’s where alignment happens.”

Balaji Dhamodharan
Balaji Dhamodharan
NXP Semiconductors
“What I appreciate most about DSS is the thoughtful curation—it’s clear the team cares about the content and the community equally.”

Dr. Christine Galib
Dr. Christine Galib
Princeton University
“Their conferences are smaller, more intimate, with lots of opportunities for workshops and networking, which helps fill that need in the data science community to get together from time to time.”

David Talby
David Talby
CTO, John Snow Labs
“Both Viacom and Data Science Salon are known for being at the forefront of their fields. We’re proud to provide a platform for DSS, and to host the most relevant conversations on data science in media and entertainment.”

Colleen Fahey Rush
Colleen Fahey Rush
Chief Research Officer, Viacom
“Data Science SALON is a must-attend event for decision-makers across the data science landscape. The combination of high-quality content and power networking creates a unique opportunity to generate business.”

Matt Denesuk
Matt Denesuk
SVP, Data Analytics & Ai, Royal Caribbean Group
"Whether you're building infrastructure or defining strategy, DSS gives you access to the full spectrum of data science leadership."

Sushaanth Srirangapathi
Sushaanth Srirangapathi
Sr Director, AI/ML, Deluxe Corporation
"There’s something special about the DSS Miami community—global reach with a local vibe. You’re among people who actually get it."

Rebecca Sharpe
Rebecca Sharpe
CTO, Miami Waterkeeper
"Where else can you hear about GenAI, LLM risk modeling, and production pipelines—all in one day? DSS curates what’s next."

Michel Lopez
Michel Lopez
CEO, e2f
"I left DSS with 3 new frameworks we could apply that week. That kind of ROI is rare for a one-day event."

Lauren Burke-McCarthy
Lauren Burke-McCarthy
Senior Data Science Lead, Further
"DSS isn’t just a conference—it’s a relationship engine for AI and data professionals. I’ll be back every year."

Chris Latimer
Chris Latimer
Co-Founder, Vectorize.io
“DSS is where real conversations happen. It’s not just about flashy tech—it’s about solving problems that actually matter.”

Dhivya Nagasubramanian
Dhivya Nagasubramanian
U.S. Bank
“The intimacy of DSS creates an environment where you’re not just speaking—you’re connecting with other practitioners who actually understand your work.”

Brent Schneeman
Brent Schneeman
PMG
“DSS curates a community of people building the future of AI, not just talking about it. You leave with both insight and direction.”

Fatma Tarlaci
Fatma Tarlaci
Rastegar Capital
“As a startup founder, DSS gave me access to decision-makers and practitioners who could actually use our product—not just investors.”

Ari Heljakka
Ari Heljakka
Root Signals
“Every DSS session feels like a working session. It’s where theory meets practice, and you walk away with ideas you can apply the next day.”

Arun Kappam
Arun Kappam
Gap Inc.
“DSS strikes the perfect balance between technical depth and strategic thinking. It’s the kind of event that levels up your entire approach.”

Seshendranath Balla
Seshendranath Balla
Comcast
“The Data Science Salon series is the most important new conversation happening in the industry right now.”

Eduardo Arino de la Rubia
Eduardo Arino de la Rubia
VP, Data Science, Cox Automotive
“At DSS, it’s not about buzzwords—it’s about frameworks, lessons, and what actually works in production environments.”

Lovedeep Saini
Lovedeep Saini
Arthur J. Gallagher
“DSS isn’t just an event—it’s a working community. Everyone shows up ready to learn, collaborate, and contribute.”

Arjun Bali
Arjun Bali
Rocket Mortgage
“I’ve spoken at many conferences, but DSS stands out because the audience is dialed in and genuinely engaged in the topics.”

George Chamoun
George Chamoun
Fairo.ai
“Over the years Data Science Salon has grown into an amazing community of likeminded practitioners across multiple domains. We learn from each other different applications and techniques that normally we would not have seen within our own industry. Such a strong community of smart applied data scientists within an open and collaborative setting!”

Moody Hadi
Moody Hadi
Head of Credit Analytics New Product Development, S&P Global
"We at Katana Graph had the pleasure of being a sponsor at the DSS NYC event in December 2022. Every aspect starting from the sponsorship support, to the venue and post event communication has been absolutely stellar. This event has attracted some of the brightest and most engaging audience members as well as industry leaders which resulted in very thoughtful conversations. We look forward to supporting future DSS events!"

Justin Fine
Justin Fine
Director of Field Engineering at Katana Graph
"Conferences are dice-rolls and I felt so lucky. That was top notch content. The career path I chose is a bit lonely, because if you run an AI/ML COE, then you are the only person doing that at your company. That makes me appreciate the community you are building at DSS all the more!"

Jodi Blomberg
Jodi Blomberg
VP, Data Science, Cox Automotive
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