Ashish Markanday

Ashish Markanday currently serves as the Sr. Director of Data Science at Claritas Rx as of October 2025, following a role as an AI Instructor at Flatiron School, where courses focused on machine learning and deep learning techniques. Prior to these positions, Markanday was the Founder of a stealth AI startup centered on personalized health coaching and served as the Executive Director of Product and Data Science at Aetna, where responsibilities included leading the development of an Experimentation Platform and advanced analytics methodologies. Previous experience includes roles at Fitbit, Electronic Arts, eBay, and HSBC, where Markanday specialized in data science, product management, and program management, contributing significantly to innovations in analytics, marketing strategies, and product development. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Punjab Engineering College and an MBA from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business.