The Curiosity Current: A Market Research Podcast
The Keys to the Future: AI and Data Analytics with Saket Kumar of Citi
March 25, 2025
How do AI and data shape the world? And, how can you be the sculptor? In the latest episode of The Curiosity Current: A Market Research Podcast, hosts Stephanie Vance and Matt Mahan welcome Saket Kumar, Vice President of Consumer Analytics at Citi, to explore the true power of deep data analytics and AI in the enhancement of customer experience. Through the episode, they discuss the criticality of AI governance frameworks, balancing automation with human expertise and how organizations can effectively integrate large language models into their analytics workflows. This conversation highlights the intersectionality of generative AI and data analytics, proposing a shift in perception of AI - from a task executor to a thought partner. Tune in for actionable insights to help you understand the art of data and its meaning, and the role of AI in it all.
How do AI and data shape the world? And, how can you be the sculptor? In the latest episode of The Curiosity Current: A Market Research Podcast, hosts Stephanie Vance and Matt Mahan welcome Saket Kumar, Vice President of Consumer Analytics at Citi, to explore the true power of deep data analytics and AI in the enhancement of customer experience. Through the episode, they discuss the criticality of AI governance frameworks, balancing automation with human expertise and how organizations can effectively integrate large language models into their analytics workflows. This conversation highlights the intersectionality of generative AI and data analytics, proposing a shift in perception of AI - from a task executor to a thought partner. 

Saket Kumar is the Vice President of Consumer Analytics at Citi, where he leads transformative initiatives in data science and artificial intelligence. With an extensive background spanning aerospace, energy, and finance, he has pioneered the implementation of advanced analytics solutions and cloud computing architectures across multiple industries. His expertise includes leveraging generative AI and large language models to enhance data analytics capabilities and drive organizational innovation. His work in developing conversational analytics solutions and championing AI adoption has helped organizations transition from traditional data analysis to more strategic, insight-driven approaches, making this conversation essential for professionals interested in the future of data analytics and AI implementation.


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