Milan Janosov

Geospatial Data Scientist, Founder & Instructor of The New Science of Maps & Ranked the World's #1 Data Science Creator on LinkedIn by Favikon

  • Former European Commission Consultant
  • Former Chief Data Scientist at Boaba Insurtech
  • Founder of Geospatial Data Consulting
  • Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree
  • Visiting Faculty at Central European University

Discover Milan Janosov’s biography of published work below.

Geospatial Data Science Essentials: Quick Guide to Your First GeoAI Agent
Geospatial Data Science Essentials: Quick Guide to Your First GeoAI Agent
Geospatial Data Science Essentials: 101 Practical Python Tips and Tricks
Geospatial Data Science Essentials: 101 Practical Python Tips and Tricks
Connecting the Dots: How data, networks, and algorithms shape our world
Connecting the Dots: How data, networks, and algorithms shape our world

When Milan Janosov is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

The network science of success
AI in business, without the hype
Where the future gets built

Milan Janosov is a network and geospatial data scientist, AI expert and internationally recognised speaker who translates complex developments in artificial intelligence, data and mapping into accessible insights for business audiences. Founder of Geospatial Data Consulting and The New Science of Maps, Milan has spoken for global organisations including Audi, Raiffeisen Bank and Deutsche Telekom. Combining academic expertise with commercial experience, he is an ideal AI speaker for corporate conferences, leadership events, technology summits and organisations exploring how AI and data can transform decision-making.

Milan holds a PhD in network science and was trained in Albert László Barabási’s school of network science. His research experience spans Central European University, the Barabási Lab in Boston and Bell Labs in Cambridge, alongside serving as a Visiting Data Science Researcher at Northeastern University. This rigorous scientific background enables Milan to explain how networks, algorithms and emerging AI technologies influence organisations, industries and human behaviour.

Moving into industry, Milan served as Chief Data Scientist at Baoba Insurtech and has consulted for the European Commission. He is now visiting faculty at CEU and an external consultant to Oxford Economics. He also founded Geospatial Data Consulting and The New Science of Maps, a collection of courses and books covering geospatial data science, GeoAI and satellite imagery analysis.

Milan’s influence extends well beyond academia. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree, he was ranked the world’s number one data science creator on LinkedIn by Favikon in 2026 and has more than 100,000 followers. His work has featured in ‘The New York Times’, ‘The Economist’, ‘New Scientist’, ‘The Times’ and ‘GQ’. He is also the author of three number one Amazon bestsellers.

As an AI speaker, Milan combines scientific authority, practical applications and engaging communication. From delivering ‘Networks Connect Us: And Quietly Shape Our Decisions‘ at TEDx to addressing 2,500 people in an arena keynote for Deutsche Telekom, he brings proven stage presence and makes AI, GeoAI, algorithms and data science relevant to real-world business challenges. Audiences leave with a clearer understanding of how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, decision-making, and the way we understand our world. Milan is an ideal choice for organisations seeking an AI speaker who can turn complex science into compelling, practical insights that resonate with audiences.

Official Testimonials

Milan Janosov is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Milan is a top-notch data scientist who excels in network science and organizational network projects. His expertise in data analysis, visualization and modelling is impressive. He consistently delivers high-quality results, meets deadlines and communicates effectively.”

András Vicsek, Organizational Network Analytics

“Working with Milan on every occasion resulted in highly professional, innovative and far-reaching research. He combines outstanding achievement and client focus with strategic and flexible thinking, identifying needed adjustments throughout a project and setting priorities accordingly.”

Fatime Barbara Hegyi, Senior Research Officer and Team Leader, European Commission, Joint Research Centre

“I had the pleasure of working with Milan on a JRC project focused on the quality and impact of science in Africa, collecting and analysing large-scale geospatial data to deliver an insightful report covering African countries and regions. Milan was a true professional — technical skill, attention to detail, responsiveness and communication throughout. I highly recommend Milan for any data science project.”

Dr Mafini Dosso, Project Lead, European Commission, Joint Research Centre

“His experience in processing and analysing large-scale unstructured data, and combining various theories and methodologies — network science, geospatial analytics, economic complexity — proved to be vital for our project on innovation ecosystems mapping. Our workflow was smooth and seamless, and the delivered insights and materials met our expectations.”

Angela Sarcina, Economic and Policy Analyst, European Commission, Joint Research Centre

“Milan was an expert in data visualization with extensive experience in designing and implementing it. Working with him was an ease — communicative and collaborative throughout, always willing to listen to my ideas and provide feedback. He was able to explain technical concepts in a way that was easy to understand.”

Norbert Sabic, Chief Operating Officer, Central European University

“Milan was a pleasure to work with from the first email: prompt, well-prepared, and highly professional. His session on geospatial data science was one our audience engaged with strongly, due to clear explanations of complex spatial data and visuals that effectively supported his key points.”

Marija Novaković, Program Director, Data Science Conference

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