Dimitrios Gontzes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in data science and consulting. Currently serving as Consulting Director for Data and AI Strategies at Cognizant, Dimitrios leads transformative initiatives in the UK&I consulting sector. As a co-organiser of Data Science Rotterdam since November 2019, Dimitrios actively contributes to the data science community. Prior roles include NL Country Manager and Principal Data Scientist at Inawisdom, where responsibilities encompassed delivering machine learning solutions and developing products for major insurers. Earlier experience includes consulting positions at Optimity Advisors Europe, focusing on health system navigation strategies and cost-benefit analyses, as well as training roles in medical devices within the NHS. Dimitrios obtained a Master’s degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Imperial College London and a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens.