Christfried H. Focke

Chief Scientist AI at AppFolio

Christfried H. Focke is a Chief Scientist AI at AppFolio, Inc. with extensive experience in generative AI and LLMs. Prior to this role, Christfried held positions in machine learning engineering and software engineering at companies like LogMeIn and Citrix Systems. With a background in theoretical high energy physics and a Ph.D. in Elementary Particle Physics from Northwestern University, Christfried also has experience as a teaching and research assistant. Additionally, Christfried was a finalist in the national Venture Cup Idea Competition in Denmark for FITit - The Virtual Fitting Platform.

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Timeline

  • Chief Scientist AI

    June, 2023 - present

  • Principal Machine Learning Engineer

    June, 2021

  • Staff Machine Learning Engineer

    June, 2020