This month at Peak: March 2022
By Will Lord on March 31, 2022The end of the first quarter of 2022 is in sight, and March has been another memorable month at Peak! Read on to find out all about the long-awaited return of AltitudeX (hello, New York!), an exclusive feature for VentureBeat, our eye-catching new ad campaign in India and lots more!
What’s new at Peak?
?AltitudeX in the Big Apple! That’s right, AltitudeX is coming to New York City! We’re bringing our #DecisionIntelligence event series to Shop Studios next month on April 27 – and we’re thrilled to be able to confirm Cathy O’Neil as our special guest speaker. Cathy is a mathematician, data scientist and the author of ‘Weapons of Math Destruction,’ a New York Times best-seller. See what else is on the agenda and apply for a place here.
? The impact of DI on technical teams. “Decision Intelligence is outcome-focused, built to deliver against a business objective. It can help technical teams run data projects that deliver quantifiable results.” Our CTO and co-founder, Atul Sharma, wrote this fantastic piece for VentureBeat, exploring how Decision Intelligence can place AI at the center of every business to deliver valuable returns. Check it out.
?️ Data science specialisms. March also saw the return of our Peak Ensemble webinar series! The Peak data science team delved into some of the different roles available in the field and the responsibilities that come with each. Joined by tech recruiter Liam Wilson, our expert panel talked us through our journey from one data scientist to the 80+ strong team we have across the globe today, lifting the lid on how we structure the data science function at Peak. Watch on demand
? 4 new data science blogs have landed on the Peak website in March! From demystifying web frameworks to the diary of one of our DS grads, there’s plenty to get your teeth into! Have a read
?️3 requirements are needed for businesses to successfully adopt Decision Intelligence. But what are they? Find out in this piece by our Head of Category, Tom New, for Business Reporter! Take a look
? We held 2 inclusive panel discussions across our global clubhouses to mark International Women’s Day! We covered a wide range of topics, including career progression and barriers, women in leadership, work/life balance and how to overcome data bias. Learn more about IWD2022 via the link below. Head to the IWD website
? Earlier in the month we welcomed over 45 students from the Manchester University Data Science Society to Peak HQ! They joined us for a networking and careers event to learn more about the wonderful world of data science at Peak ?Keep your eyes peeled for Peak x MUDSS Data Science Society hackathon event coming later this month ?
Customer News
? Check out what our friends at palace Skateboards have been up to as they collab with Elton John to bring you all the new fashion tips you want! See more here.
♻️ Renewable is a MUST! See how PepsiCo are going help suppliers broker corporate renewable power purchase deals. Read all the info you need today!
? See what the JSW Foundation are up to in helping develop the Daroji Reserve Forest and Toranagallu Reserve Forest in the next five years. Check it out!