John Byers

John Byers is a distinguished academic and industry leader in computer science with extensive experience spanning over two decades. Currently serving as a Professor of Computer Science at Boston University since January 1999, John has held notable administrative roles, including Senior Associate Dean and Associate Dean of the Faculty for the College of Arts and Sciences. As the Founding Chief Scientist and Board Member at Cogo Labs from 2005 to December 2023, John played a pivotal role in developing innovative methods in online advertising and data science that contributed to the success of various portfolio companies. Additional advisory positions include serving on the Technical Advisory Board for BitRipple Inc. and Digital Fountain, Inc., and overseeing technology initiatives for CourseAdvisor during its early growth phase. John holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Economics, and Mathematics from Cornell University.