At Evidation, we hire only 1-2% of data science applicants, yet James routinely sends us amazing scientists and engineers. James has a gift for identifying talent and his unparalleled professional network makes him uniquely capable of finding the best machine learning talent out there.
James is a subject matter expert on the latest machine learning and AI techniques, but more importantly, conducts all technical diligence in context of the underlying business needs and data constraints. I've always found his focus on real world trade-offs and not data science for data science's sake to be very valuable.
It has been great working with wsdm.ai because James has a clear focus on the pragmatic value of a successful application of AI. James helps you navigate the fool’s gold inherent in most academic enthusiasm for machine learning through a "cui bono” lens on the practical application of an ML concept. He understands that it is not the science that is exciting, but what you can realistically do with it.
James has the rare ability to see beyond narrow technical challenges and frame data science in the context of the business. Building AI in the abstract is a great way to burn cycles but James pairs AI with a real understanding of domain, and he makes great things happen. James also understands how data science teams think, making him a great resource for identifying, recruiting and leading others who have not yet honed their own strategic vision.
James advised my startup on complex data science and machine learning problems. He provided valuable insight on high-level conceptual issues around the datasets we were using, advice on structuring the product, as well as tactical issues like cloud computing setup and usage.
He's a hugely talented mind, big thinker, experienced and entrepreneurial, and someone I would highly recommend to any team.
James has a real gift for identifying talent and building teams. Not only did he understand our technical needs but he also quickly honed into the business and cultural needs of the company. James is more than a consultant; he's is a trusted partner whose advice has helped move my business forward.
James has the rare combination of deep technical expertise and real-world pragmatism to help bring AI to life in any organization. James is a tenacious go-getter and one of the best at “getting out of the building”
James has been a tremendous asset for our company. His experience growing tech businesses and his contacts and relationships in the space provide unique insight into what is happening in the market and how best to attack it. His creativity and leadership allow him to provide meaningful guidance and context across all key parts of an organization. James' insight and counsel are truly invaluable
James has deep technical expertise in AI/ML, the ability to communicate complicated ideas clearly, and a creative approach to solving problems. It is rare to find someone with even one of these talents, and James combines all of them
James Faghmous is an incredible research mind and a pleasure to work with. James' unique insights into using machine learning to provide contextual data on how the communities our patients live in affect their health was both novel and vital to our early population health strategy.
James builds and maintains professional relationships better than anyone I’ve met. He’s one of those rare people who understands that solving a hard technical problem requires more than ideas and technology - it requires an understanding of people and a respect for how they work together in organizations.
I had the pleasure of meeting James during my last job search and he gave the most human-centric technical screening interview I have ever had. He offered advice but also listened and took the time to understand where I was in my professional journey instead of simply running down a check list of technical and research related questions. Any organization would be well served to work with James to build their AI/ML teams.