Kevin Staight

About Kevin Staight

Proven executive and AI leader with 10+ years delivering data-driven transformation for global CEOs and Fortune 500 clients across the U.S, Europe, and the Middle East. I combine the operational clarity of a U.S. Marine Corps infantry veteran with deep expertise in machine learning, large language models, and technical product delivery.At McKinsey & QuantumBlack, I’ve built and led high-performing cross-functional teams to design and deploy scalable AI/ML systems—from real-time pricing engines and GenAI copilots to full-stack supply chain optimizers—unlocking hundreds of millions in value. Now leading engineering efforts on Lilli, McKinsey’s GenAI knowledge assistant.Strengths:• AI/ML strategist with hands-on engineering depth (Python, PyTorch, RAG pipelines, MLOps)• Experienced leader of data scientists, ML engineers, and client stakeholders• Trusted advisor to C-suite on technical execution and AI strategy• Combat-proven leadership and disciplined problem solving under pressureCore Technologies: Python · PyTorch · OpenAI · LangChain · SQL · R · TableauDomains: GenAI · LLMs · MLOps · Reinforcement Learning · Supply Chain · Pricing · Private Equity

Experience

1. Gtm

   Zime

   Jan 2026 — Present · Palo Alto, CA, US

   Leading global go-to-market strategy and growth at Zime, helping enterprise customers translate conversational and behavioral sales data into decision intelligence, AI-driven actions, and repeatable revenue impact

Education

• UC San Diego

  B.S./B.A. Double Major in Statistical Economics and Linguistics

  2006 — 2011

• NYU Stern School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2011 — 2013

• Damascus University

  Arabic Language and Literature

  2009 — 2010

• UCLA

  Near East Langauge and Culture Department

  2007 — 2007

• The American University in Cairo

  Arabic Language Institute

  2007 — 2008

Skills

• Management
• International Relations
• Valuation
• Business Development
• Due Diligence
• Intelligence
• Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Analysis
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Team Leadership
• Stata
• Government
• Public Speaking
• Corporate Finance
• Data Analysis
• Analytics
• Business Strategy
• Arabic
• Economics
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Entrepreneurship
• Politics
• Program Management
• Competitive Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Security
• Financial Modeling
• Strategic Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Market Research
• Strategy
• Leadership