Mona Hassanzadeh — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Head/Director of Data Science & AI at Meridian Credit Union
Led enterprise AI initiatives focused on risk mitigation and strategic optimization
Holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Advanced Modeling and Optimization
Taught machine learning at the University of Waterloo
Held leadership roles at CIBC and BMO, including Director, Advanced Analytics and AI

Biography

Mona Hassanzadeh is a passionate leader in data science and innovation, bringing over a decade of experience in applying artificial intelligence to solve complex business challenges. She currently serves as Head/Director of Data Science & AI at Meridian Credit Union, where she leads high-impact teams in developing advanced analytics solutions that drive operational excellence and elevate member experiences.

Hassanzadeh holds a Ph.D.