Adam Florence, PhD in

Adam Florence, PhD

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Senior Director - Data Science at Ally
📍 Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Adam Florence, PhD, is a leader in data science and advanced analytics at Ally, specializing in Generative AI, machine learning, and quantitative finance. With a PhD in Computer Science from Cornell University, he directs teams in developing and implementing enterprise-wide AI capabilities, shaping strategy, and translating complex technical concepts into actionable business priorities.

He has led pioneering proof-of-technology work exploring quantum computing for financial portfolio optimization.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Senior Director - Data Science
Job Level
Senior
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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Quantum Computing
Co-authored white papers and led Ally's exploration into using quantum-inspired algorithms for financial portfolio optimization, demonstrating a forward-looking technological focus.
Generative AI Strategy
Leads teams responsible for deploying enterprise GenAI capabilities, including fine-tuning, RAG, coding assistants, and document summarization for financial services.
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Career

Work history

5-2024 - 12-2025
Senior Director - Data Science
Ally
5-2022 - 5-2024
Director - Data Science Lead
Ally
12-2020 - 5-2022
Director - Data Science
Ally
2020 - 2020
Scientific Software Engineer
Stellar Science Ltd Co
1-2001 - 12-2019
Managing Director - Quantitative Finance Manager
Bank of America
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Education
1996 - 2001
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Cornell University
1992 - 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Virginia Tech
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