Abhi Sunit Desai is a data science leader and researcher with extensive global experience across AI, retail analytics, and business intelligence. He has led strategic data initiatives at Fortune 500 companies in New York and serves as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for leading conferences and journals. His research spans explainable AI, algorithmic auditing, and applied machine learning, with a focus on ethical, real-world impact. A frequent conference speaker and invited fellow of academic societies, Abhi is committed to bridging industry and academia to drive responsible innovation in data-driven decision-making.