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Hero Story – Gaurav Mittal
In his career, Gaurav Mittal has led strategic data initiatives that have transformed how organizations collect, analyze, and act on information. With 2 decades of IT experience in Data Science, Analytics, and Automation, he has built secure machine learning models, created dashboards to track performance, and designed scalable pipelines that streamline data validation, optimization, and reporting.
Beyond his corporate contributions, Gaurav is a passionate community advocate who uses his technical expertise to drive nonprofit success. Through Catchafire, he has completed 16 pro bono data and analytics projects for nonprofits across the U.S. and abroad, contributing more than 480 hours and saving organizations over $82,000. His efforts have empowered nonprofits to collect, analyze, and visualize data for stronger funding proposals and program outcomes. Organizations such as Waterford Community Coalition and Uloma Immigrants’ House have offered glowing testimonials for the actionable, measurable value he delivered.
Gaurav's influence extends far beyond analytics dashboards. He is a sought-after international speaker, having presented on AI and data science at conferences such as TestIstanbul, DevMoot Knoxville 2024, NeuralNet (NSDC MEC 2024), ACES Official, ResearchJam, CyberBackToSchool, and Geekle. His thought leadership and mentorship continue through his roles as a judge at 15 global hackathons, including IEEE, iGEM Grand Jamboree 2024, and InfoWorld’s Technology of the Year Awards, where he helps shape the next generation of technologists.
Gaurav’s impact also reaches global audiences through the written word. He has published 26 peer-reviewed articles on platforms like InfoWorld, DevOps.com, CODE Magazine, Security Boulevard, MSPAA.net, and INFORMS, amassing over 100,000 readers. His articles cover cybersecurity, DevOps, AI/ML, fraud prevention, and cost optimization—making advanced tech concepts accessible to professionals across industries.
His service and influence have earned him widespread recognition. He has been featured in Authority Magazine, and Idealist.org honored his pro bono efforts by publishing a volunteer “recipe” inspired by his journey. He has also been a featured guest on tech and volunteer-focused podcasts, including Binky Patrol, TestGuild, and Techstrong.tv, where he shares his experiences and encourages others to use their skills for community good.
Gaurav Mittal is not only a technologist but a change-maker. His story is a blueprint for leveraging technical skill to advance both corporate and community goals—uplifting nonprofits, mentoring future leaders, and shaping conversations across the global tech ecosystem. His nomination for the Michigan Governor’s Award reflects a powerful combination of innovation, education, and service.
Nashville
Hero Story
Hero Story – Gaurav Mittal
In his career, Gaurav Mittal has led strategic data initiatives that have transformed how organizations collect, analyze, and act on information. With 2 decades of IT experience in Data Science, Analytics, and Automation, he has built secure machine learning models, created dashboards to track performance, and designed scalable pipelines that streamline data validation, optimization, and reporting.
Beyond his corporate contributions, Gaurav is a passionate community advocate who uses his technical expertise to drive nonprofit success. Through Catchafire, he has completed 16 pro bono data and analytics projects for nonprofits across the U.S. and abroad, contributing more than 480 hours and saving organizations over $82,000. His efforts have empowered nonprofits to collect, analyze, and visualize data for stronger funding proposals and program outcomes. Organizations such as Waterford Community Coalition and Uloma Immigrants’ House have offered glowing testimonials for the actionable, measurable value he delivered.
Gaurav's influence extends far beyond analytics dashboards. He is a sought-after international speaker, having presented on AI and data science at conferences such as TestIstanbul, DevMoot Knoxville 2024, NeuralNet (NSDC MEC 2024), ACES Official, ResearchJam, CyberBackToSchool, and Geekle. His thought leadership and mentorship continue through his roles as a judge at 15 global hackathons, including IEEE, iGEM Grand Jamboree 2024, and InfoWorld’s Technology of the Year Awards, where he helps shape the next generation of technologists.
Gaurav’s impact also reaches global audiences through the written word. He has published 26 peer-reviewed articles on platforms like InfoWorld, DevOps.com, CODE Magazine, Security Boulevard, MSPAA.net, and INFORMS, amassing over 100,000 readers. His articles cover cybersecurity, DevOps, AI/ML, fraud prevention, and cost optimization—making advanced tech concepts accessible to professionals across industries.
His service and influence have earned him widespread recognition. He has been featured in Authority Magazine, and Idealist.org honored his pro bono efforts by publishing a volunteer “recipe” inspired by his journey. He has also been a featured guest on tech and volunteer-focused podcasts, including Binky Patrol, TestGuild, and Techstrong.tv, where he shares his experiences and encourages others to use their skills for community good.
Gaurav Mittal is not only a technologist but a change-maker. His story is a blueprint for leveraging technical skill to advance both corporate and community goals—uplifting nonprofits, mentoring future leaders, and shaping conversations across the global tech ecosystem. His nomination for the Michigan Governor’s Award reflects a powerful combination of innovation, education, and service.