Paul Litvak

Product leader with behavioral‑science training: Paul combines a PhD in behavioral decision research with several years leading product and ML‑adjacent work at large tech companies, and later co‑founded Rhythmic Health where he led product. His background positions him to translate behavioral science insights into product design and biosensing applications. brainmind

Academic researcher turned industry practitioner: He earned a Ph.D. at Carnegie Mellon in Social and Decision Sciences (behavioral decision research), has authored academic work (ResearchGate profile), and has publicly advised academics on transitioning to industry roles. cmu+2

Public writer and contemplative practitioner: In recent years he has published personal essays and reflections on Vajrayana Buddhist practice via his Substack (In One Lifetime), indicating an active public writing presence separate from his technical/product work. paullitvak+1

Community contributor and question‑writer: Outside of tech and academia, Paul has a long history in the quizbowl community as a high‑level competitor and packet writer, demonstrating interests in pedagogy, question design, and community contributions. qbwiki+1