Blake Abbenante

I'm a data science educator and community builder who wants to help you cultivate a community of practice for yourself. I talk a lot about the benefits of making genuine human connections, the power of vulnerability, and why we all benefit when we show up as our whole selves. I'm also the host of the Data Humans podcast where my motto is: data science is not one thing.

I love connecting people across the data science community to share what they're accomplishing with data and help others do the same through community discussions, industry meetups, and more.

Blake is a seasoned leader in data analytics and business intelligence, currently serving as the Director of Analytics & Data Science at Suffolk Construction. With over two decades of experience, he has successfully driven data strategy, innovation, and AI adoption across industries, including construction, healthcare, real estate, and technology. His expertise spans data-driven decision-making, predictive modeling, machine learning applications, and business intelligence solutions that enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Previously, Blake has held senior leadership roles at Minded, CBRE, and Zipcar, where he spearheaded analytics transformations, built high-performing teams, and secured critical business insights that contributed to growth, funding success, and strategic pivots. A passionate advocate for leveraging data to solve complex challenges, he has played a pivotal role in integrating AI and automation into business processes.