Praveen Kolli — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Leads ML/AI initiatives at DoorDash, focusing on ads personalization.
Led a cross-functional effort at Pinterest to launch a new ads product that optimized campaigns for outbound clicks.
Built and deployed the first deep cross network architecture at Pinterest to a production ranking model, improving click-through rates.
Holds a PhD in Probability theory from Carnegie Mellon University.

Biography

Praveen Kolli is a technical leader currently focused on ML/AI at DoorDash, where he specializes in deep learning for ads personalization. His work involves leading initiatives in Ads Retrieval, Ads Ranking, Search Ads Relevance, and Ads Blending, utilizing data- and AI-driven solutions to enhance user experience and platform efficiency.

Previously, Kolli served as a technical lead in ads ranking at Pinterest.