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Roderick Ma is an Associate Professor at the Decision, Risk, and Operations division of Columbia Business School. His research focuses on e-commerce, specifically tackling supply-side challenges such as inventory fulfillment and demand-side opportunities including personalized product assortments. Roderick specializes in designing algorithms that facilitate real-time decision-making by prioritizing simplicity and robustness. Additionally, he has a diverse background, having worked as a professional poker player, founded a video-game startup, and performed as a karaoke bar pianist. His unique experiences contribute to his innovative approaches in the business and operational strategies he teaches and researches.
Department of Anthropology (GSAS)