Jinxin Yi

Dr. Jinxin Yi is a Director at SAS, a global leader in analytics and artificial intelligence solutions. In his leadership role, Dr. Yi oversees the development and implementation of advanced AI and machine learning technologies that help organizations across various industries make data-driven decisions and extract meaningful insights from their data.

At SAS, Dr. Yi’s work focuses on advancing the company’s AI capabilities, including the development of sophisticated analytics platforms, machine learning algorithms, and AI-powered business intelligence solutions. His expertise spans both the theoretical aspects of AI and machine learning and their practical applications in enterprise environments.

Dr. Yi’s experience at SAS provides him with deep insights into how AI is being applied across different industries, from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and retail. He understands the challenges organizations face when implementing AI solutions and the strategies needed to successfully deploy AI technologies that deliver measurable business value.

SAS’s position as a leader in the analytics industry gives Dr. Yi a unique perspective on the evolution of AI and its integration into business processes. His work involves not only technical development but also understanding how AI can be made accessible and useful for business users who may not have deep technical backgrounds.

At the Carolina AI Conference, Dr. Jinxin Yi will showcase how AI and Optimization are being used to tackle real-world challenges across diverse domains—from protecting endangered sea turtles to improving school transportation systems. This talk offers a wide-ranging look at practical applications in areas such as wildlife conservation, public planning, aerospace, and pandemic response, highlighting the tangible impact of AI beyond theory.