Daliso Zuze
Rhodes Scholar and visionary product leader with 15+ years driving digital transformation across three continents, most recently pioneering GenAI-powered analytics at Google Cloud. Zuze represents a unique combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and global experience, positioning him as a thought leader in data analytics, AI/ML, and enterprise technology solutions. His career spans prestigious organizations including Google, Unilever, GSK, and AutoNation, with consistent focus on democratizing data insights and scaling innovative solutions.
Educational excellence and academic foundation
Zuze's educational journey exemplifies academic excellence across multiple continents. He began at the University of Namibia, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics in 2002, graduating Cum Laude. This achievement led to his selection as a Rhodes Scholar in 2004, chosen as one of only two scholars from over 800 applicants in Zambia.
At Oxford University, Zuze completed dual graduate degrees as a Rhodes Scholar: an MSc in Computer Science (2005) from Merton College, followed by an MBA (2006) from the prestigious Saïd Business School. This rare combination of technical and business education at Oxford provided the foundation for his subsequent career bridging technology and strategy.
His commitment to continuous learning extends far beyond formal education. Zuze has completed extensive technical training through MIT's Computer Science Program (via EdX), covering advanced software construction, computational thinking, and computer architecture. He earned multiple Udacity certifications including Machine Learning Engineer, Self-Driving Car Engineer, and Associate Android Developer. Additionally, he holds Big Data Specialization certifications and professional credentials as a Certified Scrum Master and MSP® Practitioner.
Professional trajectory and organizational leadership
Zuze's career demonstrates remarkable progression across diverse industries and geographies. He began as a Senior Associate at Infosys Consulting (2007-2011) in London, managing IT strategy and transformation initiatives for global enterprises including Cooperative Financial Services, Marks & Spencer, and Unilever. His responsibilities included establishing governance frameworks and leading core banking transformations.
After advancing to Consulting Manager at PRGX (2011-2012), Zuze took an entrepreneurial leap, founding FunPuntos through Chile's prestigious Start-Up Chile accelerator program in 2012. His startup was successfully acquired by Acid Labs within six months, demonstrating his ability to conceptualize and execute innovative digital solutions rapidly.
Returning to enterprise consulting, Zuze joined Cognifide (2013-2017) as a Digital Solutions Consultant, where he spearheaded digital transformation for Fortune 500 companies. Notable achievements include establishing digital delivery frameworks for Unilever's 400 brands across 190 countries and transforming content platforms for The Telegraph, serving over 20 million readers.
Moving to the United States, Zuze served as Scrum Master at AutoNation (2018-2019), America's largest automotive retailer with $25+ billion in revenue. He led the delivery of the Equity Mining Tool, a big data platform enabling 300 dealerships to optimize vehicle acquisition and sales while doubling development team size.
His rapid progression at Biorasi (2019-2022) showcased his technical leadership capabilities. Advancing through three roles to Director of Information Technology, Zuze architected a client analytics portal with 40+ dashboards, revolutionizing clinical trial transparency. He implemented CI/CD pipelines on Microsoft Azure, launched e-Reporting solutions delivering $100,000+ in cost savings, and built an 8-person development team while establishing Agile practices.
Most recently, as Product Manager at Google Cloud (2022-2024), Zuze drove product vision and strategy for Looker and Looker Studio, Google's flagship business intelligence platforms serving millions of users globally. His innovations include pioneering GenAI-powered Conversational Analytics features that democratize data exploration for business users.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Zuze's professional expertise centers on artificial intelligence and machine learning, with deep experience implementing AI-powered solutions including his pioneering work on GenAI-powered analytics at Google Cloud. His data analytics and business intelligence expertise encompasses enterprise-scale platforms, having worked extensively with Google Cloud's flagship BI tools serving millions of users.
His cloud platforms proficiency spans Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and AWS technologies, complemented by product strategy and management capabilities demonstrated through leadership roles at major tech companies. Zuze specializes in digital transformation, having led initiatives for global organizations across multiple industries and continents.
Geographically, his work spans Africa (native of Zambia), Europe (extensive UK experience), North America (recent US-based roles), and Latin America (startup experience in Chile). This global perspective informs his approach to enterprise digital transformation and technology modernization.
His technical skills encompass programming in Dart, Java, Python, and JavaScript, expertise in Flutter and web development frameworks, and proficiency in BigQuery, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. Methodologically, he excels in Agile and Scrum practices, DevOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation, and enterprise data architecture design.
Notable achievements and recognition
Zuze's most prestigious honor is his Rhodes Scholarship (2004), selected from over 800 applicants in Zambia for study at Oxford University. This achievement opened doors to academic excellence and global networking opportunities that continue to influence his career.
His professional recognition includes Biorasi's 'Commercial Collaborator of the Year' (2020) for outstanding cross-functional leadership and the 'Taking the Team to the Top' Award (2021) for driving organizational adoption of IT solutions. He has authored 13 technical publications on modern application development and published works on data governance and digital transformation.
Zuze's thought leadership extends to content creation, having hosted The Dart Developer Show podcast (2019-2020), which featured interviews with industry experts including Google Flutter team members. His recent technical writing includes advanced mobile development articles and data governance expertise shared through professional platforms.
His entrepreneurial success with FunPuntos' acquisition within six months of founding demonstrates his ability to identify market opportunities and execute innovative solutions rapidly. At AutoNation, he successfully doubled development team size while maintaining agile excellence, and at Biorasi, he delivered $100,000+ in cost savings through e-Reporting solution implementation.
Current activities and future positioning
Following his departure from Google Cloud in December 2024, Zuze is in a strategic transition phase, maintaining his professional brand through his website and continued thought leadership.
His combination of technical expertise, product leadership experience, and prestigious educational background positions him exceptionally well for senior executive roles in technology companies, high-level consulting opportunities, or entrepreneurial ventures in the data analytics and AI space. His proven track record of scaling teams, driving digital transformation, and pioneering innovative solutions makes him a valuable asset for organizations seeking to leverage AI and data analytics for competitive advantage.
With his global experience spanning 15+ years across four continents and diverse industries including technology, healthcare, automotive, and consumer goods, Zuze represents a unique profile of technical depth, business acumen, and international perspective that is increasingly valuable in today's interconnected digital economy.