Abe Ray

Abe Ray is an accomplished technologist with extensive experience in managing and launching innovative technology solutions across various industries. At Amazon, Abe served as Sr. Principal Technologist responsible for creating AI-powered shopping experiences and launching several key initiatives, including Buy for Me and BOPIS. Previously, Abe held roles as Director of Technology at the University of Washington School of Social Work, where Abe developed 'OLIVER', and as Director of Engineering at Nordstrom, where Abe created a retail services platform. Early career experiences include significant positions at Microsoft, where Abe integrated deep search into Windows OS, and at Trilogy, focusing on product engineering and consulting. Abe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at El Paso.