Vashist Avadhanula
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Vashist Avadhanula

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Head of Data Science, Moloco Commerce Media at Moloco | San Francisco Bay Area
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About Vashist Avadhanula

  • Vashist Avadhanula currently serves as the Head of Data Science for Moloco's Retail Media Platform (RMP), where he plays a pivotal role in harnessing the power of data to drive innovation in online advertising. With a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and machine learning, Vashist...
    Vashist Avadhanula currently serves as the Head of Data Science for Moloco's Retail Media Platform (RMP), where he plays a pivotal role in harnessing the power of data to drive innovation in online advertising. With a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and machine learning, Vashist leads a talented team focused on enhancing the ad-tech stack through advanced methodologies. His expertise spans critical areas such as ranking algorithms, retrieval systems, auction dynamics, and budget pacing, all of which are essential for optimizing ad delivery and maximizing return on investment for e-commerce platforms. At Moloco, Vashist is at the forefront of integrating first-party data to create personalized advertising experiences that resonate with users. His passion for employing data-driven frameworks to solve complex product challenges enables him to deploy state-of-the-art AI techniques that significantly improve key business metrics. By leveraging his skills in SQL, Python, and Java, he ensures that the data science initiatives align seamlessly with the overarching goals of the organization, driving both efficiency and effectiveness in ad targeting. In addition to his technical acumen, Vashist's leadership and communication skills foster a collaborative environment where innovative ideas can flourish. He is committed to staying ahead of industry trends, ensuring that Moloco remains a leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of retail media. Through his strategic vision and hands-on approach, Vashist continues to make a substantial impact on the future of online advertising, empowering e-commerce platforms to connect with their audiences in more meaningful ways.
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  • Vashist Avadhanula Work

    • Head of Data Science, Moloco Commerce Media at Moloco in September 2023 to Present
    • Science Lead, Amazon Advertising at Amazon in July 2022 to September 2023
    • Research Scientist, Tech Lead at Facebook in September 2018 to July 2022
  • Vashist Avadhanula Education

    • Columbia Business School, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), January 2013 to January 2018
    • Columbia University - Columbia Business School, Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), January 2013 to January 2015
    • Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Dual Degree, January 2008 to January 2013
  • Vashist Avadhanula Skills

    • MatplotlibTelevisionComplex Systems
      PresentationsCommunicationAnalyticsLeadershipSQLData ScienceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Reinforcement LearningOnline AdvertisingOptimizationReal-Time Bidding (RTB)PythonC++Machine LearningBusiness AnalyticsJavaR

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  • About Vashist Avadhanula's Current Company

  • Frequently Asked Questions about Vashist Avadhanula

    • What is Vashist Avadhanula email address?
      Email Vashist Avadhanula at v***9@gmail.com and v***t@moloco.com. This email is the most updated Vashist Avadhanula's email found in 2025.
    • What is Vashist Avadhanula phone number?
      Vashist Avadhanula phone number is 9178269781.
    • How to contact Vashist Avadhanula?
      To contact Vashist Avadhanula send an email to v***9@gmail.com or v***t@moloco.com. If you want to call Vashist Avadhanula try calling on 9178269781. (updated on January 16, 2024)
    • What company does Vashist Avadhanula work for?
      Vashist Avadhanula works for Moloco
    • What is Vashist Avadhanula's role at Moloco?
      Vashist Avadhanula is Head of Data Science, Moloco Commerce Media
    • What industry does Vashist Avadhanula work in?
      Vashist Avadhanula works in the Research industry.

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