Professor | Speaker & Practice Leader | Data Analytics Consultant | Passionate about transforming organizations through data-driven solutions

I am a Professor at McGill University and a Technical Consultant focused on: Moving AI from Discussion Rooms to Full-Fledged Production, and i’m very passionate about helping all stakeholders get there.

Overall, through my work, i see a massive gap between "AI Hype" and the practicality of "Applied data, analytics and AI" in the Canadian market. I’ve identified 3 major opportunities in the market today, where my work focuses on bridging these divides.
    1. Canadian Industry Productivity Declines
    2. Hollowing out of Entry Level jobs for new Graduates
    3. Relevance of Universities in the Age of AI

>> Please see my Whitepaper on this for more here: Coming soon

THE TRACK RECORD:   I don’t just teach theory; I run a 'living lab' of practical application.
>> 2 Enterprise Production Level Solutions (DataSphere Lab): Our team has built fully operational ‘in-production’ data and AI solutions 
>>12 Enterprise PoCs (DataSphere Lab): Hands-on development for Canadian manufacturers and service firms, focusing on a wide variety of use cases including demand forecasting, process automation, and cost optimization and others
>>80+ Student-Led Builds (Masters of Analytics): I lead teams of complementary talent (SMEs, Technologists, Quants) to deliver technical solution specifications that solve real business problems

MY PHILOSOPHY:   After overseeing nearly 100 builds, I’ve found that AI projects rarely fail because of the math or the tech. They are merely stuck because of poor scoping and success metrics definition, lack of creativity around thinking about Data Strategy, and iterative growth planning.

I help organizations:
1. De-risk the Technology: We build the Proof-of-Concept (PoC) first to prove value before you invest in Hiring or Contracting with vendors.
2. Train the Talent: I connect industry partners with top-tier student teams who act as a "special ops" unit for your data challenges, and who can become your talent-pipeline.
3. Build in Iterations: We focus on delivering real ROI.  No matter how small it is, if you make improvements, we help you build and scale.

HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER: If you are a Canadian leader looking to advance beyond buzzwords and looking for a technical blueprint to make your organization more efficient:

Consulting: Strategic advising on AI roadmaps and PoC architecture.
Partnerships: Accessing university talent for specific project builds.

We have the best pound-for-pound talent in Canada, who are learning the Latest Tools and Best Practices. Let’s leverage our assets and become a model for the world!

Shoeb Hosain

Torch Labs Software

Co-Founder & CEO

L'Oréal

Data Analyst (Co-Op)

InnoVyne Technologies

Business Consultant

Implementation Specialist

Reach.Live

• Sourced leads for potential customers and onboard 1000+ clients onto the product and define product roadmap based on customer feedback and competitive forces.
• Networked among local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
• Identify strategic partnership and business development opportunities with brands and agencies to diversify the stream of capital to supplement Y-combinator’s pre-seed capital.

Business Development Associate

Boston University

• Setup and hosted 500+ online and in-room meetings for the Dean and 200 faculty utilizing Zoom conferencing.
• Fulfilled 5000+ tickets for the Dean and faculty via Service-Now and Bomgar secure remote login.
• Deployed and installed software on faculty machines and resolved bugs in the user systems.
• Implemented online infrastructure to host all physical classes online due to threats from COVID-19.

Technical Specialist

Central Bank of Sri Lanka

• Built and implemented Sri Lanka’s first Internet Vacancy Index (IVI) and monthly report that is now utilized as an internal Central Bank statistic to measure the labor market health.
• Analyzed and scraped over 20 million+ data points from online job vacancy websites utilizing Beautiful Soup, Python, and Google Collab.
• Compiled and presented monthly international monetary policy stances and identified policy transmission impacts to the local economy.

Data Analyst

JB Financial (Pvt) Ltd

• Produced segmental analysis on 5+ industries in Sri Lanka and reported directly to the CEO.
• Conducted in-depth research on industry trends and utilized comparable company analysis, DCF models, and valuation methods to create 3+ investment opportunities in the digital gaming industry.
• led initiative to introduce and launch international audio brand to the local market and set up flagship store.

Finance Intern

As a co-founder and CEO of Torch Labs Software, a startup that develops data-driven solutions for social impact, I have led the creation and launch of multiple products that address real-world challenges, such as improving food security, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing mental health. With the help of my team, I have secured funding, partnerships, and recognition from various organizations, including the United Nations, the World Bank, and the MIT Solve Initiative.

I am also a Data Analyst (Co-Op) at L'Oréal, where I support the marketing and sales teams with data collection, analysis, and visualization, using tools such as Tableau, Python, and SQL. I have contributed to several projects that have increased customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty, such as creating dashboards, reports, and insights that inform strategic decisions and optimize campaigns. I am passionate about using data to drive innovation and growth, and I am always eager to learn new skills and technologies. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Management Analytics at McGill University, where I am expanding my knowledge and expertise in data science and analytics. I hold a BA in Economics from Boston University, where I graduated with honors and was involved in various extracurricular activities, such as the Economics Club, the Student Government, and the Consulting Group.

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