Top 10 Active Big Data, Data Science, Machine Learning Influencers on LinkedIn, Updated
Looking for advice? Guidance? Stories? We’ve put a list of the top ten LinkedIn influencers of the last three months, follow them and stay up-to-date with the latest news in Big Data, Data Science, Analytics, Machine Learning and AI.
We collected a list of the top influencers on LinkedIn, ranked by their number of followers, and limited to those who were active for the past three months. Those who did not publish anything, or anything relevant to Big Data, Data Science or Machine Learning on LinkedIn since June 2017, were not included. We note that one can create a totally different ranking by looking at the number of followers on other social media, e.g., Twitter. I hope you enjoy reading through each of the profiles. All percent changes in the number of followers is relative to a similar post Top 16 Active Big Data, Data Science Leaders on LinkedIn from September 2016.
1. Bernard Marr, (1,121k), 41% increase. As a best-selling author, strategy consultant and CEO he has become one of the most recognized and respected leaders in the world of data. He’s published numerous reports and books on Big Data and has advised several well-recognized firms. He has figured among the top five LinkedIn business influencers. Also @BernardMarr on Twitter, 91k followers.
2. Josh Bersin, (610k), 43% increase. Principal and Founder of Bersin by Deloitte, a leading firm in strategic and research consulting for talent management, leadership development, recruiting and training. Also @Josh_Bersin on Twitter, 44k followers.
3. DJ Patil, (551k), 83% increase. Former US Chief Data Scientist under President Barack Obama, responsible for creating and establishing major data-driven initiatives in healthcare, criminal justice and national security among others. He was also Head of Data Products and Chief Scientist at LinkedIn. Also @dpatil on Twitter, 46k followers.
4. Dennis Mortensen, (315k), 145% increase. CEO and Founder of x.ai, an AI personal assistant to schedule your meetings. Also @DennisMortensen on Twitter, 9.8k followers.
5. Carla Gentry, (227k), 355% increase.
