Akshay John | Data and Analytics Coordinator for Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network

Akshay manages program and marketing data and analytics by developing dashboards, reporting systems, and digital engagement tools that strengthen leadership development and program evaluation. He graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a degree in information decision sciences and a minor in computer science, bringing a strong background in data analysis, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration. Akshay is passionate about using data to tell stories that empower leaders and communities. Originally from Kerala, India, and raised in Doha, Qatar, he is now based in Norristown, PA. He enjoys exploring the intersections of faith, culture, and creativity through ministry and is dedicated to sharing his experiences as an immigrant and South Indian American through music and writing. In his free time, Akshay loves making music, traveling and discovering new food spots and hiking trails with his wife, Shreya.