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Title: From GIS to Data Science to Responsible AI
Abstract: This talk follows Amy Smith’s journey from GIS analyst to data scientist to Technical Program Manager (TPM) in Responsible AI, showcasing how embracing unfamiliar opportunities led to significant career growth. She’ll share impactful projects she spearheaded, highlighting the benefits of expanding her skillset beyond her initial comfort zone. Ultimately, this talk emphasizes the importance of proactive engagement with unexpected challenges for achieving a more fulfilling and impactful career in data science and beyond.

Amy Smith
Technical Program Manager
About the Series: The HDSI Data Science in Industry Seminar series provides the opportunity for Harvard students, faculty, and postdoctoral fellows to hear directly from industry data scientists about the role data science plays in their organization, the methods and techniques being used, and their own career trajectory.