Josh leads Booz Allen’s Data Science and Machine Intelligence efforts. He has more than 17 years of experience applying computer science in domains such as cyberspace, healthcare, national intelligence, and military operations. Prior to Booz Allen, he was a technical director for an engineering firm in Virginia. He has a B.S. degree in computer science from Missouri University of Science and Technology, an M.S. degree in IT from Johns Hopkins University, and a Ph.D. in applied computer science from Northcentral University.

Steven leads a team of data scientists in the firm’s Data Science and Machine Intelligence practice, working across defense, health, and financial services. He has deep expertise in data science, advanced analytics, Operations Research, and modeling & simulation. He leads the Firm’s Data Science for Social Good agenda and the Cloud Analytics & Data Science community of practice. Mills holds a BS from Frostburg State University in Wildlife and Fisheries Management and an MS in Operations Research and Forest Resource Management from Penn State University.

Eric is a Chief Technologist in Booz Allen’s Strategic Innovation Group, specializing in the delivery of data science applications across DoD markets. An expert in data engineering and analysis, he leads consulting engagements for DoD/Federal clients. Eric holds a master’s degree in statistics and certifications in Apache Hadoop Development (HDPCP) as well as Project Management (PMP). Prior to joining Booz Allen, Eric provided biostatistical support to researchers at the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Nilofer has more than 15 years of experience in designing strategy and implementing tactics to develop meaningful and measurable customer relationships. She combines a technology and business perspective based on extensive experience – from developing code and implementing systems that manage client relationships to designing processes and building teams tied to customer sales, retention, and positive engagement. Nilofer brings her passion and industry experience to the Data Science Bowl and our Booz Allen Data Science and Machine Intelligence efforts.

In 2011 & 2012, Forbes Magazine named Anthony as one of the 30 under 30 in technology. In 2013 the MIT Tech Review named him one of top 35 innovators under the age of 35, and the University of Melbourne awarded him an Alumni of Distinction Award. He holds a first call honors degree in Econometrics from the University of Melbourne. Anthony has published in the The Economist and the Harvard Business Review.

William leads Kaggle’s competitions platform. He consults on applied machine learning and data analytics for numerous Fortune 100 companies, non-profits, and research groups. He has a bachelor’s degree in physics from Cornell University and a PhD in biomedical engineering from Rutgers University, where he studied applications of machine learning to cancer research. Prior to joining Kaggle, he was a top finisher in several of its major challenges.

Meghan graduated from Santa Clara University with a double bachelor’s degree in Economics and Marketing. Prior to joining Kaggle, Meghan worked as the Manager of Professional Services for a boutique outsourcing firm, where she was responsible for scaling project management operations.