Harsh Verma
Senior Data Scientist at Chewy
Harsh Verma: A Trailblazer in Data Science and Machine Learning Innovation
Harsh Verma, a dynamic force in the fields of machine learning and data science, has consistently delivered transformative results through innovative applications at leading organizations like Chewy and Microsoft. With a career marked by technical ingenuity and scholarly contributions, Verma’s work bridges the gap between cutting-edge algorithms and real-world impact.
Transforming E-Commerce at Chewy
During his tenure at Chewy, Verma revolutionized pricing and compliance strategies through data-driven solutions:
Opp Raise Initiative: By implementing a profitability-focused pricing model, Verma boosted gross margins by over 50%, adding $30 million to annual profits and reducing the frequency of price adjustments.
Automated MAP Compliance: Leveraging natural language processing (NLP), he developed a system to detect MAP violations with 99% accuracy, reducing above-market pricing by 50% and generating an additional $5 million in revenue. The system's efficiency freed up resources equivalent to three full-time employees.
Innovating Ad Targeting at Microsoft
At Microsoft, Verma honed advertising strategies using cutting-edge techniques:
Graph Neural Networks for Ad Recommendations: His work on GNN models refined ad targeting on the Microsoft Audience Network, enhancing click-through rates by 6% and improving ad relevance for over 50 million users.
Streamlined Model Deployment: Verma automated deployment processes, saving 150 hours per quarter while improving ad personalization through Context2Ad, which addressed the “cold start” problem, boosting ad coverage by 4%.
Thought Leadership and Academic Contributions
Verma’s impact extends beyond the corporate world into academia and media, where he is celebrated as a thought leader. His scholarly articles, such as Enhancing Systems with Collaborative Graph Neural Networks (HackRead) and Revolutionizing E-Commerce with Smart Search and AI-driven Semantics (TechBullion), offer actionable insights for researchers and practitioners alike.
Through high-profile publications in Science Times and TechBullion, Verma highlights the transformative potential of AI in industry applications. His work not only informs but inspires a broader audience, fostering innovation across disciplines.
Honoring Excellence with IICSPA
Harsh Verma’s contributions embody the ideals of the International Institute of Computer Science Professional Association (IICSPA). From pioneering advancements in data science to reshaping e-commerce and advertising, his career exemplifies the fusion of technical expertise, innovation, and measurable impact.
By joining IICSPA as a Fellow, Verma seeks to further his commitment to the data science community, fostering collaboration and driving advancements that redefine the possibilities of computer science.
