Mark Laney

Mark Laney is a Principal Architect at Elastic, where they leverage over eight years of expertise in GenAI, data science, and curriculum design to empower teams with AI solutions for big data systems. In their role, Mark focuses on developing learning modules for both instructor-led and self-paced training, bridging the gap between advanced AI search concepts and practical application. Previously, Mark was recognized as Instructor of the Year at Hortonworks while showcasing their expertise in distributed systems and big data analytics. With a solid educational background in Engineering Physics and Aerospace Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Colorado at Boulder, Mark is currently advancing quantum computing proficiencies and integrating innovative technologies into actionable frameworks.