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Afraz Jaffri

Questioner · DISC type c
Senior Director Analyst at Gartner
📍 Greater Leicester Area, United Kingdom

Afraz Jaffri is a Senior Director Analyst at Gartner specializing in AI, data science, and machine learning. With a PhD from the University of Southampton, he leads influential research like the AI Hype Cycle. Colleagues praise him as a creative consultant and data scientist skilled at simplifying complex information.

He is a passionate advocate for a human-centric approach to technology, underscored by his publications on empathy in AI and certifications in ethics and inclusive conversations. His work and speaking engagements reflect a global perspective on technology, with recent events in Dubai and London.

Unique fact: He authored a publication titled, "AI Development Must Embrace Empathy or Face a Human Uprising. "

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Senior Director Analyst
Job Level
Senior
Location
Greater Leicester Area, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Afraz shows up

Cautious & Analytical
Value Seeker
Not Easily Convinced

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Priorities

Topics Afraz cares about

Human-Centric AI
He has authored articles on the need for empathy in AI development and holds certifications in ethics, advocating for a human-first approach to technology solutions.
AI/ML Platforms
As the lead author for Gartner's "Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms Magic Quadrant, " he is a key industry voice on platform evaluation and strategy.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
Senior Director Analyst
Gartner
9-2019 - 4-2024
Director Analyst - Research & Advisory
Gartner
9-2025
Employer Advisory Board Member
Arden University
4-2015 - 9-2019
Insights and Data Advisory Senior Consultant
Capgemini
3-2014 - 4-2015
Manager - Data Assurance
PwC
In the press

Media appearances

Afraz Jaffri, Gartner Director Analyst – Articles and Contributions. Featured in AI Business
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Interview of Afraz Jaffri (Analyst Director – Gartner): GenAI may be at the peak of the hype cycle now but how will it avoid a plunge into the trough of disillusionment?. Featured in Hugues Rey Blog (citing Martech.org)
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Education
2005 - 2009
PhD
University of Southampton
2000 - 2003
Bsc
University of Southampton
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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