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ne of the most crucial leadership traits that sets great leaders apart from average ones is the capacity to inspire. While there are many excellent managers, there are very few excellent leaders who have the ability to bring life, passion, and connection to their actions and behaviors. Along with a crystal-clear vision, mission, and dedication to integrity that directs them in everything they do to improve the world.

Those who are inspirational leaders lead with a strong sense of purpose and obligation to effect positive change. They know exactly what their values are and don't give in when under pressure to do something that would require sacrificing those values.

They might not always become well-liked for this, but in order to grow and scale the progress eventually, these adept personalities understand the essential aspects that are focused on cultivating an environment that makes their employees feel comfortable coming and talking to them.

Inspiring leaders behave honorably because they are aware that their employees are constantly watching and that every action counts. They adhere to their values and incorporate them into everything they do as a result. Moreover, risktaking ability is an essential part of leadership. Rosa Parks, Henry Ford, and Elon Musk are a few leaders who have made a difference in this world by taking courageous risks.

Successful teams inspire inspirational leaders to be dedicated to and motivated by their work. They foster an environment where people can come together to share their experiences, knowledge, opinions, and ideas resulting in disruption and innovation.

Accepting collaboration encourages people to step outside of their comfort zones and learn from one another while achieving great things. Employees then become more selfassured and eager to take on more responsibility.

Embracing the journey of such resolute leadership charismas, Insights Success features the enthralling stories of the astute personas of the industry in its latest edition, “The Most Innovative Leaders in AI & Big Data to Watch, 2023.”

Flip through the pages and embrace the odyssey of exploring the distinct approaches to cultivating wisdom driven by passion and innovation.

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Dr. Chan Naseeb (Data Science & AI Leader)

IBM

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Dr. Chan Naseeb Navigating Data Science Frontiers and Charting AI Pathways to Help the World Develop and Advance Through Challenging Times and Put Sustainable Initiatives at the Front

He is an evangelist and enjoys entertaining unique challenges, especially those related to scaling and accelerating AI Adoption. AI is all about innovation, and the first thing needed to drive innovation is being bold and eager to probe the unknown. Being a trailblazer interior helps him to drive new initiatives and build tracks through the wild exterior.

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magine a world where innovation thrives, where creators join forces to shape a future empowered by technology and expertise. In this landscape, Dr. Chan Naseeb stands at the forefront of Data Science and AI leadership in the realm of IT Services, Consulting, and Enterprise Transformations. He is a luminary within a prominent company-IBM driving transformation for enterprises worldwide.

IBM, an enterprise that goes beyond mere work, is a realm of creation. It's a hub where technologists, developers, engineers, designers, business leaders, and others unite to craft solutions that transcend boundaries. Collaboration knows no bounds here–it extends to partners and even competitors.

Dr. Chan's remarkable journey intertwines with this ethos.

As a leader in Data Science and AI and other advanced technologies like Quantum computing, he orchestrates the orchestration of the unseen, guiding his team, clients, and partners toward the uncharted realms of possibilities. It's a role that extends beyond the present, delving into the 'what if' scenarios that shape the destiny of industries. In this domain, 'creating' takes on a profound significance. It's not just about software or systems; it's about shaping the contours of tomorrow. It's leveraging AI and other tectonic technologies to transform enterprises while focusing on AI augmenting human intelligence.

Dr. Chan is an Executive Leader and AI ethics Evangelist with experience in strategically empowering enterprises with AI and Data Science. Highly effective strategist, thought leader, business & product development leader, delivery leader, data science and AI practitioner with almost two decades of experience transforming businesses, emphasizing innovation and creativity in solving complex problems and building end-to-end solutions. He is an energetic and results-focused Data Science & AI leader with success spanning more than a decade-long experience in leading diverse, distributed, and large teams to achieve outstanding results.

He has a proven track record of transforming businesses via data science & AI, information technology, and process automation. Highly experienced at leading via influence across complex corporate organizations, as demonstrated by having built, developed, and executed corporate-wide strategies.

A consistent theme throughout his career has been to combine existing technologies to create industrial-scale

processes, including innovative automation, IT systems, and analysis pipelines to support these. He is an adept leader of science, business, analytics, and technical teams with a state-of-the-art understanding of contemporary technologies and the appropriate application of these technologies to crack problems at a massive scale. His desire for continuous learning, growth, and development keeps his approaches, skills, and leadership relevant. He has strong leadership skills in leading large, diverse, geographically dispersed teams.

Let's delve into Dr. Chan's journey; a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation and above all, the art of creation!

Can you provide an overview of your background and experience in data science and AI that led you to pursue a career in the sector?

My passion for AI and data science ignited over two decades ago with my first neural network implementation.

Fueled by my love for Mathematics, Statistics, and modeling, I delved deeper as Deep Learning emerged. My journey led to a Data Science Ph.D., launching a career crafting solutions for global clients in various sectors like Finance, Healthcare, Oil & Gas, Retail, and many more.

I've mastered AI Strategy, crafting the roadmaps, and realizing their implementations. I worked across the AI lifecycle, crafting models across areas like Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Conversational AI, Computer Vision, and Generative AI in numerous domains and countries while focusing on Trustworthy AI and HumanCentered AI. A couple of reasons why I choose to have my career in data science and AI include my readiness to get out of my comfort zone, accept new challenges, and learn new ways to accomplish tasks, the Big Data Movement, and the love of AI / Neural networks, being curious, love for models, mathematics, science, their business implications and applications, and keeping myself ahead of the competition.

In your opinion, what are the key skills and qualities that a successful data scientist and AI professional should possess?

Among the numerous skills required, both technical and non-technical, I emphasize focusing on non-technical skills as they're paramount. Technical skills can be acquired over time. Non-technical skills encompass:

The Most Innovative Leaders in AI & Big Data to Watch, 2023

Dr. Chan is an award-winning AI leader who has led both green-and-brown field AI product development while acting as an in-house entrepreneur over the years.

Led growth for products especially centered around data and AI platforms and ecosystems.

Ÿ Intellectual Curiosity: Cultivate a thirst for novel problem-solving approaches. Ÿ Attitude: Maintain a positive outlook; it can conquer seemingly insurmountable problems. Ÿ Willingness to Learn: Be open to acquiring new skills.

The dynamic nature of AI and IT mandates continuous learning. Ÿ High level of drive and initiative: Willing to go the extra mile and out of the box thinking. Ÿ Ability to navigate ambiguity at ease: Rigorous and solution-oriented problem-solving and analytical skills, combined with the capability of thinking through nuanced and complex situations. Throughout my journey, I've encountered the ever-evolving nature of AI and IT, particularly in areas like Generative AI. Even a brief hiatus highlighted the rapid advancements.

Adaptation is crucial, irrespective of your role, to stay abreast of this swiftly changing landscape.

How do you approach leadership and what values do you prioritize in your work?

Leadership transcends titles or positions; it's an inherent trait reflected in daily actions. Its essence begins within oneself, extending to family, friends, and work. Leadership emanates through thoughts, deeds, values, outcomes, and influence. It involves ownership beyond assigned roles, embracing risk, courage, and effort. Prioritizing selfimprovement drives my approach, a practice I advocate for global positivity. Embracing humanity, vulnerability, curiosity, and responsible action defines leadership's core.

How do you stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in data science and AI? I employ various strategies for growth. Regular reading of books, newsletters, scientific papers, and tech updates keeps me informed and helps leverage advancements for enhanced impact in my work.

An Overview of a Technovator Dr. Chan is viewed internally as a thought leader for data science and Ar ficial Intelligence and globally recognized among the top 10, 25, and 5o thought leaders for several years.

He has developed and implemented enterprise data strategies, data science strategies, and digital transforma on strategies for several clients. He also developed re-usable assets to strengthen and solidify go-to-market strategies.

Dr. Chan is an award-winning AI leader who has led both green-and-brown field AI product development while ac ng as an in-house entrepreneur over the years. Led growth for products especially centered around data and AI pla orms and ecosystems.

He is an evangelist and enjoys entertaining unique challenges, especially those related to scaling and accelera ng AI Adop on. AI is all about innova on, and the first thing needed to drive innova on is being bold and eager to probe the unknown. Being a trailblazer interior helps him to drive new ini a ves and build tracks through the wild exterior.

I'm indebted to my employers, colleagues, clients, partners, and friends. They constitute my power base, triggering valuable discussions and insightful moments that foster my growth. To each of them, I extend profound gratitude. I urge them to persist in their support, as their contributions are immeasurable and deeply appreciated.

Collaboration is often crucial in data science projects.

How do you foster collaboration and effective teamwork within your team or across teams?

Indeed, data science embodies a team effort. I've witnessed this firsthand, leading and being a part of teams across diverse locations, including in the face of the pandemic.

The crux lies in collaborative efforts. Remarkable outcomes stem from cohesive teams.

In my perspective, successful teamwork entails openness, vulnerability and shared responsibility. Such principles foster dynamic collaboration and bring my philosophy for effective teamwork to fruition.

As a leader, how do you foster innovation and encourage creativity within your team?

It commences by challenging existing methods and pondering alternative approaches. I facilitate this by posing pertinent questions and stimulating my colleagues' thought processes. Moreover, I inspire them to embrace risk, step beyond their comfort zones and explore inventive paths that might otherwise remain uncharted. Surprisingly, I often glean fresh insights from my team members.

Furthermore, collaborating with other teams introduces novel viewpoints, igniting creativity and innovation. This multi-faceted approach contributes to our collective growth and progress.

What strategies do you employ to drive growth and success in your organization?

I employ several strategies to drive growth and success Ÿ Shared Success: I believe success is a collective journey that multiplies when shared. Ÿ Embracing Growth: I advocate stepping beyond comfort zones and embracing vulnerability as a means to grow. Failures, when accompanied by lessons, are invaluable. Ÿ OKRs for Growth: I guide my team to include these principles in their Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)

to encourage stepping out of comfort zones and witnessing tangible growth. Ÿ Pairing for Learning: Collaborative efforts accelerate learning; pairing up individuals promotes rapid knowledge transfer. Ÿ Goal Setting: I adhere to the concept that written goals enhance achievement odds. We outline goals, set standards for measuring them, and update them throughout the year, reflecting our commitment to continuous learning.

These strategies collectively foster a culture of growth, learning and shared accomplishment.

Can you share any advice or tips for aspiring data scientists and AI professionals who are starting their careers in this field?

Here are some key strategies for growth and success: Ÿ Agile Objectives: Set clear, agile objectives and establish SMART goals for skill acquisition. Ÿ Hands-On Learning: Keep yourself up to date and gain knowledge through hands-on projects that you can showcase potential opportunities. Ÿ Business Impact: Emphasize the business impact of your solutions, aligning outcomes with key business

He has developed and implemented enterprise data strategies, data science strategies, and digital transformation strategies for several clients. He also developed re-usable assets to strengthen and solidify go-tomarket strategies.

indicators rather than overwhelming them with technical jargon. Ÿ Team Collaboration: is essential for success. Ÿ Leverage Existing Resources: Build upon existing solutions and knowledge rather than reinventing the wheel.

How do you see the future of data science and AI evolving, and what opportunities and challenges do you anticipate?

The future of data science and AI is promising and transformative, reshaping our world. The advent of Generative AI, Foundation Models, and Large Language Models (LLMs) has made AI tangible and accessible to a wider audience, marking a shift from the previously limited to accelerated adoption and making it a class citizen in the business world. This demands more intensive and focused effort to make AI trustworthy.

In today's landscape, Classical Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Generative AI play pivotal roles in shaping business strategies. Moreover, we're advancing towards newer realms like Neuro Symbolic Machine Learning and Quantum Machine Learning, sparking the creation of diverse AI roles like AI Engineers, Prompt Engineers, Quantum Engineers and more.

However, there are challenges to navigate alongside the opportunities: Ÿ Regulatory Hurdles: Regulatory frameworks are lagging behind rapid technological advancements,

Despite creating some unrealistic expectations, the advent of Generave AI, Foundation Models, Large Language Models (LLMs), has made AI tangible and accessible to a wider audience, marking a shift from the previously limited to accelerated adopon and making AI a first-class cizen in the business world.

particularly in sectors like healthcare and the public sector, impeding AI adoption. Access and Inclusion: While AI benefits all, the cost of infrastructure and resources needed to harness Large Language Models can exclude smaller players, such as SMEs and academic institutions, as well as disadvantaged regions. Ÿ Hype vs. Reality: Overshadowed by the hype, Generative AI can appear as a one-size-fits-all solution when, in reality, both Classical AI and Generative AI have their distinct roles and should often work together for optimal outcomes. Ÿ AI Ethics and accountability: This is one of the biggest concern, especially regarding deep fakes, and generative AI solutionl, How do we evaluate what is real? Is the model free of bias, profanity, and hallucinations? Ÿ Navigating these challenges with a focus on responsible AI adoption will be pivotal in realizing the full potential of AI and ensuring its benefits are shared globally.

As a senior leader, what strategies do you employ to promote diversity, equity and inclusion within your team and organization?

Keeping your bias away or being aware of them and challenging your own biases, being open to others and valuing what they bring, not what they look like, or not where they come from, what they wear, etc., the fact that everyone deserves the chance, etc. and regularly learning new areas which allow us to encourage diversity, inclusion and equity.

To be more concrete, here are some of the steps that we take Ÿ Giving everyone a voice. Ÿ It must be a business strategy, not an HR initiative. Ÿ Thinking beyond culture fit, as the culture is formed by people; as your team gets more diverse, your culture strengthens and strengthens. Ÿ Committing to diversity, equity and inclusion in all the interactions Ÿ Encouraging value-based behaviors. Ÿ Lead by example Ÿ Educating the team and leadership Also, from a data science perspective, you must have different skills and different kinds of people in a team to build AI models that work for everyone. Finally, to ensure trustworthy AI, all these factors are critical; otherwise, you risk producing AI, which is not fair and questionable to adopt.

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n today's rapidly advancing technological landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across various industries. AI has the potential to revolutionize how businesses operate, healthcare is delivered and governments function. However, AI's successful integration into these sectors requires effective communication and collaboration between AI experts and non-experts. Leaders play a pivotal role in bridging this gap, fostering a harmonious environment where AI can thrive while addressing concerns and challenges faced by non-experts.

The Divide Between AI Experts and Non-Experts AI experts, including data scientists, machine learning engineers, and AI researchers, possess the specialized knowledge required to develop and implement AI solutions.

On the other hand, non-experts, such as business executives, policymakers, and healthcare professionals, may lack the technical understanding of AI but are

responsible for making critical decisions that involve AI technologies. The disparity in knowledge and expertise can lead to misunderstandings, mistrust, and missed opportunities.

The Challenges of Communication Effective communication is at the heart of bridging the gap between AI experts and non-experts. AI experts often use technical jargon and complex algorithms to explain their work, making it difficult for non-experts to grasp the potential benefits and limitations of AI applications.

Moreover, non-experts may have concerns about the ethical implications, privacy issues, and the impact of AI on their industries and job security.

Leadership's Role in Bridging the Gap Leaders in organizations, government bodies, and academic institutions have a critical role to play in bridging this divide.

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Here are key ways in which leaders can facilitate effective collaboration between AI experts and non-experts: Education and Training: Leaders should invest in AI literacy programs for non-experts to familiarize them with the fundamentals of AI. This includes workshops, seminars, and online courses tailored to the specific needs of different industries.

Cross-Functional Teams: Encourage the formation of cross-functional teams that include both AI experts and non-experts. Collaboration among diverse perspectives can lead to innovative solutions and a better understanding of AI's potential and limitations.

Effective Communication: Leaders should promote clear and accessible communication between AI experts and nonexperts. AI experts should be trained to convey complex ideas in simple terms, and non-experts should feel comfortable asking questions without fear of judgment.

Ethical Guidelines: Establish clear ethical guidelines and frameworks for AI development and deployment. Leaders should ensure that AI projects adhere to these guidelines, addressing concerns related to bias, transparency, and accountability.

Incentive Structures: Recognize and reward collaborative efforts that involve both AI experts and non-experts. This can be done through performance evaluations, bonuses, or promotions based on successful cross-functional projects.

Open Forums: Establish regular forums, such as town hall meetings or cross-functional brainstorming sessions, where AI experts and non-experts can openly discuss ideas, concerns, and progress related to AI initiatives.

Ethical Considerations and Responsible AI Leadership Leaders must prioritize ethical considerations when bridging the gap between AI experts and non-experts. This involves: Ethics Committees: Establish ethics committees or boards that include diverse perspectives to evaluate and guide AI projects and policies from an ethical standpoint.

Privacy Protection: Enforce strong privacy protections and data security measures to alleviate concerns about data misuse and breaches.

Fairness and Bias Mitigation: Implement measures to detect and mitigate biases in AI algorithms, ensuring that AI systems do not perpetuate discrimination or inequality.

Transparency and Accountability: Leaders must hold AI projects accountable for their impact. Regular assessments and audits of AI systems can help build trust among nonexperts and ensure ethical practices.

Continuous Monitoring: Regularly monitor the ethical implications of AI systems throughout their lifecycle, from development to deployment, and be prepared to make adjustments as needed.

Reskilling and Upskilling: Provide opportunities for nonexperts to acquire relevant skills in AI. This could include reskilling programs for employees and training initiatives for policymakers.

Public Accountability: Promote transparency in decisionmaking processes related to AI ethics and invite public scrutiny to hold leaders accountable.

Promoting Diversity: Encourage diversity within AI teams to bring in a wider range of perspectives and insights.

Diverse teams are more likely to consider the social and ethical implications of AI technologies.

Fostering a Culture of Collaboration Leaders must work to foster a culture of collaboration between AI experts and non-experts within their organizations or institutions. This involves not only creating opportunities for interaction but also incentivizing and valuing contributions from both sides. Some strategies include:

Bridging the gap between AI experts and non-experts is a multifaceted challenge that requires leadership at various levels, from organizational leaders to policymakers and government officials.

By fostering a culture of collaboration, promoting transparency and prioritizing ethics, leaders can facilitate a more inclusive and responsible integration of AI into society. In doing so, they can harness the transformative power of AI while addressing the concerns and ensuring the well-being of non-expert stakeholders.

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The Intersection

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pace exploration has always been at the forefront of human ambition. From the first tentative steps on the moon to the recent advances in planetary exploration, our understanding of the universe continues to expand. In recent years, the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data has revolutionized space exploration, propelling us further into the cosmos than ever before.

This article explores the exciting intersection of AI, big data and space exploration and how these technologies are reshaping our understanding of the universe.

Enhancing Data Analysis Space exploration generates vast amounts of data.

Telescopes, satellites, rovers, and spacecraft constantly collect data on celestial bodies, cosmic phenomena, and the space environment. Managing, processing, and making sense of this data has been a significant challenge. AI and big data technologies have come to the rescue.

AI algorithms, such as machine learning, enable the automatic classification of celestial objects, identification of interesting anomalies, and the prediction of space events.

These algorithms can sift through terabytes of data to pinpoint important discoveries, like new exoplanets or the unusual behavior of distant stars.

Big data platforms and storage solutions ensure that this data is not lost and remains easily accessible for analysis.

This combination of AI and big data has made data analysis in space exploration more efficient and productive.

Autonomous Spacecraft and Rovers AI has enabled spacecraft and rovers to become more autonomous. These vehicles can make decisions in realtime based on their surroundings and mission objectives.

For instance, the Mars rovers, such as Curiosity and Perseverance, use AI to navigate the Martian terrain, avoiding obstacles and selecting the most scientifically interesting targets for analysis.

In deep space missions, AI-driven autonomous systems can perform complex tasks, like instrument calibration and maintenance, without human intervention. This reduces the communication delay between Earth and spacecraft, allowing missions to operate more efficiently.

Exoplanet Discovery and Characterization The search for exoplanets, planets outside our solar system, has been greatly accelerated by AI and big data. Machine learning algorithms can analyze the light curves of stars to detect tiny dips in brightness caused by the transit of an exoplanet in front of its host star. This method has led to the discovery of thousands of exoplanets.

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Additionally, AI can analyze the spectra of exoplanets to infer their atmospheric compositions. Big data tools enable scientists to process and compare vast datasets of exoplanet observations, leading to a deeper understanding of these distant worlds and their potential habitability.

Space Weather Prediction Space weather, which includes solar flares, geomagnetic storms, and cosmic radiation, can impact both spacecraft and Earth's technology. AI algorithms can analyze space weather data and make predictions about potentially hazardous events, giving space agencies and satellite operators the opportunity to take preventive measures to protect their assets.

By using historical space weather data and real-time monitoring, AI can provide early warnings of solar activity that could disrupt satellite communications, navigation systems, and power grids on Earth.

and diagnose health issues in real-time. Big data analytics help space agencies accumulate and analyze medical data from previous missions to improve future healthcare protocols.

Moreover, AI can assist in designing pharmaceuticals and treatments that are more effective in the space environment, where conditions like microgravity and cosmic radiation can impact human health. This research has implications not only for space exploration but also for healthcare advancements on Earth.

Space Resource Utilization As humanity aims to establish a more permanent presence beyond Earth, the utilization of space resources becomes critical. AI-driven robots and mining equipment are being developed to extract minerals and water from asteroids, the Moon, and other celestial bodies. Big data analytics help identify resource-rich locations and plan resource extraction operations.

Extraterrestrial Life Search AI is also being employed in the search for extraterrestrial life. Machine learning can analyze the data from radio telescopes, searching for patterns and signals that may indicate the presence of intelligent civilizations. Big data platforms are crucial in handling the enormous volumes of data collected in these searches.

Asteroid Detection and Mitigation AI plays a crucial role in the detection and tracking of nearEarth objects (NEOs) such as asteroids and comets. These objects pose potential threats to our planet. AI algorithms analyze astronomical images and identify the movement of NEOs, predicting their trajectories and potential impact hazards. Big data assists in storing and processing the vast amounts of imagery data collected by sky surveys.

AI also plays a role in recycling and repurposing spacecraft materials and managing waste in space. These technologies are key to reducing the cost and environmental impact of space exploration.

Real-time Space Communications Maintaining seamless communication between Earth and spacecraft in deep space is challenging due to signal delays and interruptions. AI-powered communication systems can optimize data transmission and reception, ensuring that critical information reaches its destination in real-time.

These systems adapt to changing conditions, such as spacecraft movement and signal interference, to maintain reliable connections.

Additionally, AI-driven space missions are being developed to mitigate asteroid threats. Concepts include spacecraft equipped with AI-controlled systems to gently nudge or deflect hazardous objects away from Earth, potentially saving our planet from catastrophic impacts.

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