Shay Samat is a Data Scientist at the Data Science Alliance, where their focus is on advancing Responsible Data Science (RDS) to tackle societal challenges through ethical and community-centered data practices. Shay collaborates closely with nonprofit organizations across San Diego to drive data-driven social impact.

Currently, Shay is pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Interactive Intelligence at Georgia Tech. Shay holds a Bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science with a specialization in Machine Learning from UC San Diego.