About AiEconLab
We're on a mission to make AI intuitive, inclusive, and responsible. Building the future, one intelligent solution at a time.
Our Mission
We specialize in developing proprietary web-based platforms and consulting solutions that integrate machine learning, cloud infrastructure, geospatial analytics, and personalized automation to solve real-world problems.
Our Vision
AiEconLab exists to shape a future where AI is intuitive, inclusive, and responsible. Whether it's optimizing how we teach, deliver goods, or run businesses, we apply AI thoughtfully to make systems smarter and lives better.
Our Values
Innovation with purpose, accessibility for all, and responsibility in every decision. We believe technology should empower communities and create positive change in the world.
Our Team & Contributors
Meet the people driving AiEconLab's mission.
M. Jahangir Alam, PhD
Founder & CEO, AiEconLab
Assistant Professor, Wilfrid Laurier University
Dr. M. Jahangir Alam is an economist and AI innovator with 10+ years of experience in machine learning, data-driven policy, and digital transformation. He founded AiEconLab to make advanced AI accessible for real-world impact.
His background spans research, consulting, and leadership for Fortune 500s, public agencies, and universities. Dr. Alam is passionate about building responsible, transparent, and practical AI solutions for business and society.
Learn more at www.mjahangiralam.com.
Liton Chakraborty, PhD
Contributor, AiEconLab
Adjunct Faculty Member, York University
Liton Chakraborty is a data scientist and researcher whose work intersects statistical modeling, machine learning, and environmental health. As a contributor to AiEconLab, he supports projects that apply AI and data science to address pressing societal challenges, including climate resilience, disaster management, and public health.
He also serves as an Adjunct Faculty Member in the Graduate Program in Disaster & Emergency Management at York University, where he mentors students on data-driven approaches to crisis response and resilience planning. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and real-world applications, Liton brings a unique blend of academic insight and practical experience to the AiEconLab team.
Richard Fung
Contributor, AiEconLab
Senior Software Engineer, Databricks
Richard Fung is a data and AI leader dedicated to transforming education through scalable, cloud-native technologies. At Databricks, he has authored widely read articles on AI, data pipelines, and platform innovation, helping institutions unlock the full potential of their data ecosystems.
As a contributor to AiEconLab, Richard focuses on applying AI to enhance educational systems—supporting real-time learning analytics, intelligent tutoring frameworks, and scalable infrastructure for digital learning environments. His expertise bridges the technical and pedagogical, empowering universities and EdTech platforms to deploy cutting-edge AI tools responsibly and effectively. Richard's work advances AiEconLab's mission to make AI-powered education more personalized, inclusive, and impactful.
Gerard Tetegan
Contributor, AiEconLab
Data Scientist, Caterpillar Inc.
Gerard Tetegan is a data scientist with expertise in predictive analytics, machine learning, and applied econometrics. At Caterpillar Inc., he builds advanced models to optimize forecasting, operational efficiency, and large-scale decision systems.
As a contributor to AiEconLab, Gerard applies his quantitative skills to projects that integrate AI with economic and educational research. His contributions span machine learning for causal inference, education analytics, and simulation-based policy design. Gerard plays a key role in advancing AiEconLab's mission to harness AI for real-world impact across education, logistics, and public sector innovation.
Our Impact
Driving meaningful change through innovative AI solutions.