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

► Fatih bridges academic excellence and enterprise innovation to transform data into strategic business value. With a robust foundation in advanced research and a proven track record in delivering real-world AI solutions, he empowers organizations to harness the full potential of data-driven technology.

🎓 Academic & Thought Leadership
• Ph.D. in Machine Learning & HCI: Earned from École de technologie supérieure (ETS) at Université du Québec, with research spanning machine learning, software engineering, and human–computer interaction.
• Assistant Professor at McGill University: he teaches for the Master of Management Analytics program at Desautels Faculty of Management, covering topics such as enterprise data science, machine learning in production, deep learning, AI engineering, and Building Agentic AI Systems.
• Published Author & Community Builder: Authored three books on Agentic AI and Swift functional programming, recognized in Amazon’s top 10, and organized the Swift Montreal Meetup to foster local technical innovation.

🏆 Professional Experience & Impact
• Enterprise Innovation: Directed 19 programs/projects and established 5 centers of excellence, driving digital transformation initiatives across diverse industries.
• Technical Leadership: Architected 14 scalable data-intensive systems and deployed 19 AI products that empower businesses with actionable insights.
• Product Development: Developed 72 mobile apps and 24 web/API solutions, utilizing expertise across 17 programming languages, while contributing to four major digital transformation projects.
• Credentials & Certifications: Holder of a patent, with three academic publications and certifications including PMP, CSSLP, PSP Developer, and ITIL.

► His passion lies in merging the theoretical insights of academia with the tangible impact of industry applications. Whether in the classroom, on the front lines of digital transformation, or through published work, he remains dedicated to advancing the field of Data & AI.

Let’s connect to explore how we can drive innovation and create lasting business impact together.

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