Reggie Aggarwal
Founder and CEO, Cvent
Reggie Aggarwal is the CEO and Founder of Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events and hospitality technology provider. A lawyer by trade, Reggie founded Cvent in 1999, with the goal of making meeting planning easier for his peers in the business community.
Regie graduated with a BS degree from the University of Virginia, a Juris Doctorate from Washington and Lee University Law School, and an LLM (post-law degree) from Georgetown University Law School. He also received an Honorary Doctorate from Southeastern University for his contribution to the community.
Jeffrey D. Blume
Interim Stephenson Dean, UVA School of Data Science
Jeffrey D. Blume is interim Stephenson Dean and professor of data science at the University of Virginia School of Data Science. An internationally recognized statistician and biostatistician, Blume brings extensive experience in academic leadership, interdisciplinary research, and innovative educational programs. Previously, he served as the School's Quantitative Foundation Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. Before joining UVA, he held leadership positions at Vanderbilt University and Brown University, where he helped establish interdisciplinary graduate programs in data science, biostatistics, and public health. He also played a founding role in the Vanderbilt Data Science Institute.
Blume's research focuses on statistical inference, prediction science, and improving the reliability of biomedical decision-making. He invented second-generation p-values, a statistical approach designed to address limitations in traditional significance testing. His work spans clinical trials, cancer research, diagnostic screening, and predictive modeling, including research that contributed to the 2021 updates to federal lung cancer screening guidelines. As director of UVA's Prediction, Inference, and Scale in Data Science Models (PRISM) Lab, he mentors doctoral students developing statistical methods for complex biomedical challenges. Blume has authored approximately 130 peer-reviewed publications and is a Fellow of the American Statistical Association and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He earned his Ph.D. in biostatistics from Johns Hopkins University.
Miranda Bogen
Chief Technologist and Director, AI Governance Lab, Center for Democracy & Technology
Miranda Bogen is the founding director of CDT’s AI Governance Lab and CDT’s chief technologist, where she works to develop and promote adoption of robust, technically-informed solutions for the effective regulation and governance of AI systems.
An AI policy expert and responsible AI practitioner, Miranda has led advocacy and applied work around AI accountability across both industry and civil society. She most recently guided strategy and implementation of responsible AI practices at Meta, including driving large-scale efforts to measure and mitigate bias in AI-powered products and building out company-wide governance practices. Miranda previously worked as senior policy analyst at Upturn, where she conducted foundational research at the intersection of machine learning and civil rights, and served as co-chair of the Fairness, Transparency, and Accountability Working Group at the Partnership on AI.
Arlyn Burgess
Associate Dean for Administration, UVA School of Data Science
Arlyn Burgess is associate dean for administration at the University of Virginia School of Data Science, where she oversees administrative operations and supports strategic initiatives. As the first full-time employee of UVA's Data Science Institute, she played an instrumental role in its evolution into the University's 12th school. Her contributions include supporting the launch of academic programs, establishing administrative infrastructure, and fostering interdisciplinary partnerships. Previously, Burgess worked in UVA's Department of Music. Her leadership focuses on organizational development, collaboration, and advancing the School's mission through education, research, and partnerships.
Federico Cohen Freue
Executive Vice President, AI and Data Operations, Mastercard
Federico “Fed” Cohen Freue is executive vice president of AI and data operations at Mastercard, where he leads enterprise AI and data strategy, investments, and operational integration. Previously, he held senior leadership roles in acquisitions, advanced analytics, pricing, and product management. He joined Mastercard through its acquisition of Applied Predictive Technologies, where he led analytics initiatives across Latin America and the Caribbean. A University of Virginia alumnus, Cohen Freue earned a bachelor's degree with distinction in applied statistics and econometrics. He has served on the UVA School of Data Science Advisory Board since 2023, contributing industry expertise to the School's strategic direction.
Ramesh Durvasula
Chief Data Officer, Roche
Ramesh Durvasula is the chief data officer at Roche, overseeing data, analytics, and AI strategy across both the pharmaceutical and diagnostics divisions. Prior to Roche, Ramesh served as CIO for R&D at Eli Lilly. His career also includes over a decade at Bristol Myers Squibb integrating lab systems and drug discovery workflows, preceded by roles at computational chemistry software firm Tripos. His past advisory and community roles include serving on the Board of Directors for the 16 Tech Community Corporation and the Dean’s Advisory Council for Indiana University’s Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering. Ramesh holds a B.A. in Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Biophysics from the University of Virginia.
Ned Gallaway
Chair, Albemarle County Board of Supervisors
Ned Gallaway was born and raised in Wheeling, West Virginia. He earned a BFA in Theatre Arts and Drama from Ohio University in Athens in 1996 after which he moved to Cleveland, Ohio to work for the nationally recognized Theatre Arts Department at Shaker Heights High School in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Gallaway earned his Doctorate in Education from the University of Virginia in 2014.
He is a previous at-large member and chair of the Albemarle School Board and is in his third term representing the Rio District on the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors. Gallaway enjoyed a successful career in the local automotive industry. He consults and teaches in a variety of venues.
Kane Geyer
Principal, PwC
Kane Geyer is a Principal at PwC, where he leads the U.S. and Global Chief Data Office, overseeing enterprise data strategy and the development of analytical capabilities for commercial and internal applications. With more than 20 years of experience, he has helped organizations transform business operations through advanced analytics, technology, and data-driven decision-making. Previously, he led multidisciplinary teams serving PwC's Consumer Markets clients, developing enterprise-scale analytics solutions. Geyer earned a bachelor's degree in environmental sciences from the University of Virginia in 1998 and an MBA from New York University's Stern School of Business in 2010. He joined the UVA School of Data Science Advisory Board in 2025.
Arun Gupta
CEO, NobleReach Foundation
Arun Gupta is CEO and board member of the NobleReach Foundation, a nonprofit connecting emerging technology, entrepreneurship, and public service. A venture capitalist and author of the national bestseller "Venture Meets Mission," he is a lecturer at Stanford University and an adjunct professor of entrepreneurship at Georgetown University. Previously, Gupta spent 18 years as a partner at Columbia Capital, leading investments in cybersecurity, national security, artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure. He also held positions at Carlyle Venture Partners and Arthur D. Little. Gupta earned bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Patrick Harrison
Principal AI Consultant, Data Theoretic
Patrick Harrison is founder of Data Theoretic, an independent digital lab specializing in AI research, development, and deployment. An AI consultant, researcher, and educator, he previously spent eight years at a financial intelligence company, where he established and led its AI engineering team. His expertise spans machine learning, natural language processing, predictive modeling, and building high-performing technical teams. Harrison has taught data science at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and presented at major industry conferences, including Strata Data and PyData. He also co-founded Charlottesville's Applied Machine Learning Conference. A two-time UVA graduate, he holds a master's degree in systems engineering and a bachelor's degree in economics.
Laura Ipsen
President and CEO, Ellucian
Laura Ipsen is president and chief executive officer of Ellucian, a leading technology solutions provider serving more than 2,900 higher education institutions across 50 countries. With more than 25 years of executive leadership experience, she has driven digital transformation and technology innovation at Oracle, Microsoft, and Cisco Systems. Previously, she held leadership roles at PwC, Acer America, and Hitachi Data Systems. Recognized among EdTech Digest's Top 100 Influencers and Virginia Business's Virginia 500, Ipsen serves on the Supervisory Board of Daimler Truck Holding AG and the board and executive committee of the Business-Higher Ed Forum. A University of Virginia graduate, she also studied Arabic at Yarmouk University in Jordan.
Jennifer Langton
Founder and CEO, Jennifer Langton Inc.
Jennifer Langton is Founder and CEO of Jennifer Langton Inc., where she advises executives and boards on responsible AI adoption, innovation, and data-driven leadership. Previously, she served as senior cice president of Player Health and Innovation at the NFL, where she spearheaded the Digital Athlete initiative with Amazon Web Services, using machine learning to improve injury prediction and prevention. She also led advancements in helmet technology that contributed to significant reductions in concussions. Earlier, Langton held executive leadership roles in finance and technology, including CFO of Atari. A University of Virginia alumna and former Division I lacrosse athlete, she joined the UVA School of Data Science Advisory Board in 2023.
Lexi Reese
Co-Founder and CEO, Lanai
Lexi Reese is co-founder and CEO of Lanai, an AI-native enterprise platform focused on making workplace AI adoption visible, secure, and effective. Previously, she held senior leadership roles at Google, where she oversaw a multibillion-dollar advertising platform powered by machine learning, and Gusto, where she helped scale the company's customer base to more than 200,000 businesses and drove significant revenue growth. Reese serves on the boards of Gap Inc. and Lattice and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. A 1996 University of Virginia graduate and former Echols Scholar, she joined the UVA School of Data Science Advisory Board in 2025.
Scott Stephenson
Founder, SGS Capital; former CEO and Chairman, Verisk Analytics
Scott Stephenson is founder of SGS Capital and former chairman, president, and CEO of Verisk Analytics, a global data analytics company. During his tenure as CEO from 2013 to 2021, Verisk more than doubled its revenue, quadrupled its market capitalization, and was recognized by Forbes as one of the world's most innovative companies. Previously, Stephenson was a senior partner at Boston Consulting Group. He serves on several corporate and nonprofit boards and is an advisory partner at Advent International. A longtime supporter of the University of Virginia School of Data Science, Stephenson and his wife, Beth, established the Stephenson Dean of Data Science.
Stephen Turner
Associate Professor of Data Science and Assistant Dean for Research, UVA School of Data Science
Stephen Turner is associate professor of data science and assistant dean for research at the University of Virginia School of Data Science. His research bridges genomics, data science, and national security, with applications in biosecurity, synthetic biology, biodiversity conservation, and human health. Previously, Turner served on the faculty of the UVA School of Medicine, where he founded the UVA Bioinformatics Core. He later advised federal agencies on biosecurity and national security initiatives and led computational biology and genomics strategy at a biotechnology startup focused on species de-extinction and conservation. Turner holds a Ph.D. in human genetics and an M.S. in applied statistics from Vanderbilt University.
