Billy Gerhard

Billy Gerhard currently serves as Chief Technology Officer at Three Ships, focusing on embedding AI and machine learning across the company's business portfolio. Prior experience includes six years at Boston Consulting Group, where roles progressed from Consultant to Partner, with significant contributions in developing digital tools, optimizing budget allocation for a substantial portfolio, and integrating AI/ML models for maintenance operations. Earlier, Billy Gerhard's academic pursuits at Duke University culminated in a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, while research explored global pathogen transport through ballast water. Additionally, a strong educational foundation includes master's degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Public Health from Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, alongside a bachelor's degree in Biology from the same institution.