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Ali Kokaz

Ali Kokaz

Head of Data & AI, Algo-trading enthusiast, and data science leader

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Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Joined March 2026
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Summary

Ali Kokaz is a seasoned data science leader currently serving as the Head of Data & AI at One Peak, a growth equity firm. In this role, he leads the development of their proprietary sourcing and analytics platform, PULSE, demonstrating expertise in leveraging data and artificial intelligence for strategic business applications. onepeak+1
He possesses a strong background in data science and engineering across diverse industries, including investment banking (Credit Suisse), venture building (Founders Factory), and fintech (Bricklane). His roles have consistently focused on building and leading data teams, and implementing data-driven strategies. theorg
Ali is also an entrepreneurial individual, having founded 'Buzzing Stocks,' a Substack publication where he provides research on trending stocks, demonstrating his interest in algo-trading and financial market analysis. He also shares his insights on data science best practices through articles on Medium and Founders Factory's blog, emphasizing practical application and strategic implementation. substack+2
He holds a first-class Bachelor's degree in Physics from Swansea University, which provides a strong foundational understanding for his career in data science and analytics. During his university years, he also showcased a unique talent as a student magician. theorg+2

Work

Education

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Writing

Beyond algorithms: making data science work for your startup

November 1, 2022

An article discussing strategies for startups to effectively implement data science, including applying appropriate methods, evaluating data maturity, and understanding how to progress through a 'data pyramid.'

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DD on Teradyne Inc

January 1, 2020

A detailed due diligence piece on Teradyne Inc., focusing on the semiconductor testing powerhouse.

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Current market state & Phillips 66 equity research

An equity research piece on Medium discussing the market sell-off on growth stocks and bonds, and analyzing Phillips 66.

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The most talked about stocks this week

A series of articles on Medium analyzing trending stocks and market sentiment, leveraging data-driven insights.

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Hobbies

An algo-trading enthusiast with a strong interest in financial markets and stock analysis. medium+1

Enjoys supporting Arsenal, humorously described as a 'full-time Arsenal sufferer'. medium

Practiced magic as a student and was featured in a university video. youtube