Edgard Luque

Edgard Luque is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Information Systems Department at the W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University, where he teaches courses in artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, and advanced analytics. With over twenty-five (25) years of experience as a data scientist and technology entrepreneur, Edgard has held high-impact leadership roles, including Chief Data Scientist, Chief Information Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Head of Latin American Operations for the Gallup Poll. During his decade at Microsoft Corporation, he led the deployment of large-scale solutions in software development, knowledge management, data warehousing, data science, and strategic management for Microsoft’s top clients.

In academia, Edgard is recognized for his unique ability to bridge theory and practice, inspiring future business leaders to develop solutions to today’s challenges using Big Data, Deep Learning, and Advanced Analytics. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Creighton University, an Executive MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and a Master of Science in Business Analytics from Arizona State University.

Throughout his career, Edgard has implemented transformative business solutions that accelerate organizational growth by aligning people, processes, and AI algorithms, helping organizations achieve greater impact, faster, and with fewer resources. His influence spans both academic and industry settings, where he continues to shape the fields of data science, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics.