Executive Team
Edward G. Happ
Executive Fellow Emeritus
Edward G. Happ is an Executive Fellow at the University of Michigan School of Information, where he is teaching and conducting research. His 40 years of professional experience include all facets of managing information services and high technology businesses, including general management with P&L responsibility, operations, product management, sales, marketing, customer service, human resources management, technical consulting, manufacturing, and both software and hardware development.
Sara Haptonstall
Project Manager
Sara is a graduate of the Master's in Applied Data Science program from the University of Michigan. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Sara has extensive experience in using analytical tools to enhance business operations and decision-making, optimizing productivity and reducing costs through innovative automation and data analytics solutions. Her technical skills include advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and various AI & machine learning frameworks.
Data Science Team
Sidra Effendi
Consultant and Data Scientist
Sidra is a Master's student at the University of Michigan School of Information, specializing in Data Science. She has an undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering. She has previously worked as an Edge Hacker for Zenatix Solutions and also co-founded a company called Pixli, where she worked on Software Development, UX/UI and Marketing.
Sudha Kannan
Data Scientist
Sudharsana graduated with a Master’s in Mobile and Embedded Systems from the University of Passau, Germany, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communication Technology. She has professional experience in Data Science, having worked for a consulting company, and has also been an academic researcher at the university in the field of Data Science. Additionally, Sudha has experience in Information Technology, having worked for Amazon and Tata Communications Limited in the IT sector.
Web and Systems Team
Yilin Fang
Web Developer and UX Designer
Yilin is a senior dual degree student studying Computer Science and User Experience Design at the University of Michigan. Yilin has 3x project and internship experience with product design and research. She has advanced proficiency working with Python, REST API, SQL JavaScript and other full-stack development tools and languages. She is also interested in learning more about AI, LLMs and ML frameworks.
Alumni