Mo Patel is an independent Deep Learning consultant, focusing on independently advising on strategic and technical AI topics to individuals, startups, and enterprise. Previously, as Practice Director for AI and Deep Learning at Think Big Analytics, a Teradata Company, he mentored and advised Think Big clients and provided guidance on ongoing deep learning projects. Mo has successfully managed and executed data science projects with clients across several industries, including cable, auto manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, technology, and car insurance. Previously, Mo was a management consultant and a software engineer. A continuous learner, Mo conducts research on applications of deep learning, reinforcement learning, and graph analytics toward solving existing and novel business problems, and brings a diversity of educational and hands-on expertise connecting business and technology. He holds an MBA, a master’s degree in computer science, and a bachelor’s degree in mathematics.