Kevin Griest is a Data Science Manager with more than nine years of experience applying advanced analytics and AI to solve complex business challenges. Over the course of his career, he has worked across industries to design and deliver predictive models and AI solutions that improve decision-making, optimize operations, and unlock business value. His expertise spans machine learning, big data platforms, scalable cloud solutions, and the practical application of explainable AI to ensure algorithms are transparent, trusted, and aligned with business and regulatory needs.
Today, he focuses on leading enterprise forecasting transformations in consumer-focused industries, where he combines deep technical expertise with functional knowledge of supply chain and planning processes. He has delivered AI-driven forecasting solutions for global CPGs, major automotive OEMs, and large retailers, driving measurable improvements in forecast accuracy, supply chain efficiency, and inventory optimization. By advancing the use of agentic and explainable AI in planning systems, he ensures these solutions are both powerful and widely adopted across organizations.