Hani Fayad

Hani Fayad is a highly experienced data professional currently serving as Staff Data Scientist (Strategy Data Lead) at Canva, leading cross-functional strategy data initiatives to align with company-wide strategic objectives. Previously, Hani has held various roles at Canva, including Staff Data Scientist positions focused on B2B growth and product planning for Canva for Teams. Earlier professional experiences include serving as Lead Data Scientist at Tanarra Capital and as a Research Assistant at Melbourne Business School, where contributions included the development of tools to mitigate bias. Hani has a strong background in process improvement and optimization, demonstrated through impactful projects in industries such as manufacturing and supply chain management. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Business Analytics from Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the American University of Beirut.