Vidhyalakshmi Karthikeyan, PhD

Vidhyalakshmi Karthikeyan, PhD has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of data science and analytics. Vidhyalakshmi is currently serving as the Head of Data and Insights at YouView TV Limited since July 2020. In this role, they are responsible for leveraging data and insights to drive innovative viewer experiences and enhance operational performance. Their responsibilities also include managing the data engineering roadmap and ensuring compliance with legal policies.

Prior to joining YouView TV Limited, Vidhyalakshmi worked at BT for 11 years. Vidhyalakshmi served as the Product Analytics Manager from July 2019 to June 2020, leading a team that delivered data science and analytical projects across all BT Consumer products. As the Principal Data Scientist from September 2016 to July 2019, they led advanced data science projects to optimize IPTV delivery and network management. During their tenure at BT, they also held the positions of Senior Data Scientist from September 2011 to August 2016 and Data Scientist from September 2009 to August 2011.

Vidhyalakshmi's contributions in the field of data science are noteworthy, as they are the inventor of 24 patents and patent applications. Their experience spans various domains and responsibilities, making their a valuable asset in the field of data and insights.

Vidhyalakshmi Karthikeyan, PhD, has an extensive education history in the field of data and telecommunications. Vidhyalakshmi pursued their Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at UCL. Following this, they went on to complete a Master of Science degree in Telecommunications, also at UCL. Lastly, they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Data from UCL.