Kelly Horak, President & Chief AI Officer

Kelly Horak is a finance professional with over 20 years of experience in mortgage banking, portfolio analytics, consulting, and financial publishing. 

As the founder of Dovewood Capital, LLC, he has developed data-driven models and insights that simplify complex financial concepts and empower better decision-making. Now pursuing a career as a Data Scientist, Kelly is enhancing his expertise through a certification in AI & Machine Learning for Business Applications at UT Austin McCombs School of Business (GPA: 4.0, 03/03/2025). 

He is focused on leveraging machine learning, predictive analytics, and data visualization to extract insights, optimize financial strategies, and drive innovation.

With a strong foundation in financial data analysis, algorithmic problem-solving, and strategic decision-making, Kelly aims to bridge the gap between finance and data science. 

He aims to transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence, making finance more transparent, accessible, and data-driven.

CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Data Science & Analytical Thinking
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to think outside the box to develop innovative solutions
• Proficient in applying resource application knowledge to optimize data-driven decision-making
Leadership & Communication
• Thought-provoking proactive leader who inspires collaboration
• Excellent communicator, skilled at translating complex data into actionable insights
• Thoughtfully persuasive, with the ability to influence decision-making
Project Execution & Efficiency
• Highly organized & efficient, ensuring smooth project execution
• Excellent time management and ability to multi-task effectively
• Always execute on deliverables & meet deadlines with precision
Collaboration & Adaptability
• Value teamwork & critical feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and challenges
• Self-starter who takes initiative and drives results independently
Technical & Coordination Skills
• Strong technical skills relevant to data science and analytics
• Effective coordinator, managing workflows and cross-functional collaboration