David Xiao

David Xiao is an accomplished data science leader currently serving as Head of Data Science at Klaviyo since August 2021, where contributions include AI-powered SMS copy generation and significant enhancements in product recommendation UI/UX. Prior to this role, David held positions as Senior Lead Data Scientist and Lead Data Scientist at Klaviyo, focusing on unified model deployment platforms and improvements in product feed performance. As founder of Bensen AI, David developed automated conversational AI software, achieving acceptance into prestigious accelerators like Y Combinator and Harvard Launch Lab X. Previous entrepreneurial experience includes founding The Texthood, which created integrated text and online ordering systems. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Harvard University and a PhD from Princeton University, complemented by research at Harvard and CNRS.