Visionary Leadership in AI and Innovation

Dr. Gayan Ruchika de Silva is a visionary in AI and machine learning, known for transforming business outcomes through innovative, data-driven solutions. With over 20 years of industry experience and a Ph.D. in Computer Science with AI, Gayan has consistently built high-performing teams and pioneered groundbreaking AI applications that drive tangible value across industries.

As a 2x LinkedIn Top Voice in AI & Tech Innovation, Gayan excels in translating complex technological challenges into clear, impactful solutions. His core expertise lies in harnessing AI, machine learning, and data analytics to uncover new opportunities, streamline operations, and foster competitive advantages. Through leadership roles at global giants like Zeta Global, 4 Finance, Cisco, and IBM, as well as the Brno University of Technology, Gayan has developed a reputation as a transformative force, adept at using advanced AI strategies to deliver substantial revenue growth and operational improvements.

Key capabilities include:

• Developing and launching AI-powered products and solutions across multiple industries.

• Establishing and leading AI Centers of Excellence that promote organization-wide innovation.

• Driving revenue and efficiency gains through AI and data-centric insights.

• Building high-performing, cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of innovation to tackle complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

Gayan's mission is to guide organizations through the rapidly evolving AI landscape, helping them unlock their full potential. Combining deep technical expertise with strategic vision and collaborative leadership, he supports businesses in creating and executing transformative, AI-driven strategies.

If you’re looking to drive significant change through AI/ML, Gayan would be delighted to explore how his expertise can support your goals.

Dr. Gayan Ruchika de Silva, Ph.D.

Employment

  2023 - Present: CEO & Director at Sensorminds 

  2019 - 2024: Senior Director at Zeta Global

  2016 - 2019: Head of Data Science at 4Finance

  2013 - 2016: Lead Research Scientist at Cisco Systems

  2007 - 2013: Lead IT Specialist at IBM

  Previous: Engineering Manager and Senior Engineer at two organizations

Education

  Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering at Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic

  MSc in Information Technology at Keele University, UK

  MSc in Computer Science and Communication Engineering (attended), University of Duisburg, Germany

  BSc (Hons) in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

Patents

  CONSUMER SENTIMENT ANALYSIS FOR SELECTION OF CREATIVE ELEMENTS

  17/735,093 · Issued May 30, 2022

  AUTOMATED OPTIMAL THRESHOLD SELECTION FOR RECORD LINKING USING PROBABILISTIC MATCHING 

  Application submitted 2024

  AUTOMATED DATA SOURCE WEIGHT SELECTION FOR CUSTOMER SEGMENTATION CLUSTERING 

  Application submitted 2024

Publications

  Static Analysis of Routing and Firewall Policy Configurations. In Proc. of the 7th International Joint Conference (ICETE10), pages 39–53,    Athens, Greece, Springer Nature -  October 2012.

  An Abstract Approach to Network Security Properties Analysis, International Journal On Advances in Security · Jan 1, 2011

  On Formal Reachability Analysis in Networks with Dynamic Behavior, Special Issue of Telecommunication Systems Journal (Springer) · Jan 1, 2011

  Reachability Analysis in Dynamically Routed Networks, Proceedings of the IEEE Engineering of Computer Based Systems · Jan 1, 2011

  Formal Analysis Approach on Networks with Dynamic Behaviors, International Congress on Ultra Modern Telecommunications and Control Systems and Workshops (ICUMT) · Jan 1, 2010

  Combination of Simulation and Formal Methods to Analyze Network Survivability, IEEE 3rd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques · Jan 1, 2009

Professional Background