As Head of AI at the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, Manish Vaidya established the region’s first Big Tech-inspired AI Factory from the ground up, defining the strategy, building the team and operationalising AI products within the first year. The resulting portfolio of AI solutions has been recognised with more than ten international awards.
With over 15 years of experience across data science, applied AI and consulting spanning banking, fintech, travel and tourism, Vaidya holds an MSc in Business Analytics from Imperial College London and has completed the Leadership Journey Programme at INSEAD Abu Dhabi.
