David Larson

About David Larson

I believe in unlocking the power of people and value of data using Machine Learn Learning and Artificial Intelligence with MLOps Engineering to innovatively deliver business value outcomes. Therefore, having access and trust in your data is only the first step. However, you need activated insights, at scale, for customer experiences that matter and enhanced human-centered decisioning-making capability for the power to know. My proficiency and expertise combined with real-world experience working with Big and Thick Data, advanced analytics, ML and AI ensure we are not only solving the right problems that matter the most, but that people have the confidence and trust to make better fact-based decisions- Vision and Strategy creation for Business Transformation, People Growth and Decisioning - Information, Analytics and AI Strategy and Roadmapping - Data Journalism and Analytical Storytelling - Ethics and Governance for Data and AI - Data Engineering and Cloud Hyperscalers - Data Science and Explainable AI - MLOps Engineering - Informed Decisioning using contextualized insights and persona-based initiative-taking and prescriptive guided insights - Activated Decisioning for Measurement and Monitoring - Business Development - Digital Customer Experience Transformation - People engagement, growth and experiences I have also been recognized for strategic vision and an acute capability to deliver break-through results receiving Cognizant’s Distinguished Analytics Consulting Partner award and IBM’s Excellence in Service Award for Business Analytics and Optimization Smarter Planet initiatives from over U.S. Associates and nearly Global employees.Expertise and Specialties: • Unlock the power of people and data to innovatively deliver business value outcomes using Data and Decision Sciences• Create and lead business value strategy and vision from information and analytics, including Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence• Expertise and real-world experience in advanced analytics especially in the fields of Data Science and Decision Science using AI and ML for human and systems decision-making• Information, Analytics and AI Strategy and Roadmapping• Data Journalism and Analytical Storytelling• Business Intelligence• Practice Management• Business Development• Digital Transformation

Experience

1. Managing Director Data, Analytics, Ai and Insights Advisory

   Exavalu

   Dec 2025 — Present · NM, US

   At Exavalu, I lead the Data, Analytics, and AI Advisory practice for the across industries, defining and executing a strategy to position the firm as the trusted intelligence layer for carriers, MGAs, brokers, and TPAs in highly regulated markets. Our focus is helping organizations treat data as a true enterprise asset bringing clarity to complex environments and translating business priorities into governed, scalable data and AI capabilities that drive measurable outcomes.At the core of this work is a differentiated “Value Bridge” approach, connecting strategy to execution by transforming business vision into trusted data, embedding intelligence into workflows, and operationalizing AI in production. We move beyond traditional advisory or siloed delivery by ensuring every engagement is anchored in decision-ready insights and tied to tangible business value, thereby closing the gap between roadmap and realized impact.My mandate includes expanding advisory-led entry points across a growing client portfolio, strengthening executive relationships, and converting demand into funded, high-value programs. This includes advancing Data Strategy and Governance engagements, building repeatable offerings and delivery playbooks, and scaling proprietary assets, most notably Exasure Datalytics to accelerate time-to-value and eliminate reinvention. In parallel, I am driving joint go-to-market initiatives with key ecosystem partners including AWS, Microsoft, Databricks, Reltio, and Denodo to amplify market reach and scale execution.Equally important is building the operating model and market momentum to sustain growth—mobilizing account teams, aligning leadership across sales and delivery, and launching targeted campaigns that sharpen Exavalu’s market impact. The focus is on securing the “last mile” where strategy converts to production, intelligence drives decisions, and data and AI deliver measurable financial and operational results at scale.

Skills

• Start-Ups
• Strategic Partnerships
• Business Development
• Product Development
• Predictive Analytics
• Product Marketing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Crm
• Gis Modeling
• Product Management
• Analytical Storytelling
• Management Consulting
• Market Research
• IT Strategy
• Strategy
• Organizational Structure
• Business Process Improvement
• Process Improvement
• Data Journalism
• Business Analysis
• Analytics
• Business Strategy
• Direct Marketing
• Business Analytics
• Solution Architecture
• Business Intelligence
• Integration
• Business Transformation
• Professional Services
• Agile Methodologies
• Management
• New Business Development
• Spatial Analysis
• Executive Management
• Geographic Information Science
• Consulting
• Marketing Research
• Segmentation