Data Scientist
Based in Vancouver, BC
Key Expertise
- Initiate and Deliver End-to-end Analytics Projects and Build Agile Teams
- Forecasting & Optimization, System Dynamics Simulation, Automation
- Programmatic Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning
- Understanding of Data Architecture, Pipelines, and Management
- Versatile Problem Solving and Effective Communication Skills
Summary
I am skilled in creating impact through the combination of technical knowledge and business acumen. I have 12+ years of progressive experience with 9+ years of analytics and 3+ years of leadership, spanning across finance, operations, and strategy in both private and public sector. I believe in creative disruption and have a track record of leading technology adoption and business process re-engineering. I also like to build highly effective teams and foster a data-driven culture.
Machine Learning
Regression, Classification, Forecasting, Optimization, Simulation (Monte Carlo, Discrete Event, Agent-based), Survival Analysis, System Dynamics
Business Case Development
Stakeholder Management, Problem Statement Definition, Hypothesis Generation, Structured Analysis, Risk Management, Implementation Strategy
Coding & Data Tools
Python, R, Julia, Scala, SAS, MATLAB, SQL (MySQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL), Hadoop, Spark, ArcGIS, Tableau, Qlik, Power BI, Git
Project Management & Leadership
Problem Framing, Data Management, Methodology Selection, Model Building, Deployment, Life Cycle Management, Training & Developing Talent
Experience
Oct 2022- Present
Senior Data Scientist @ Cascadia Scientific
- Supervise the data science team and lead strategy and consulting practices for clients in mining.
Jul 2022- Oct 2022
Business Intelligence Consultant @ BC Hydro
- Data Management, Pipelines, and Dashboards Optimization in Capital Projects Delivery
Jun 2021- Jul 2022
Analytics Manager @ PopReach Corporation
- Strategic Direction: Developed the strategic vision and roadmap for the mobile gaming company and scaled its analytics capability to cover a 12+ game portfolio. Led user acquisition strategies with predictive models to drive growth. Optimized bidding and fund allocation across channels.
- Level Tuning: Deployed agile progress vs churn models to drive game development. Adjusted level parameters and rebalanced game economy that enhanced retention and engagement.
- Data Engineering: Established master data across all source systems with automated ingestion, cleansing, and transformation pipelines; ensured data integrity for stakeholders.
Apr 2019-Jun 2021
Business Analyst, Metrics & Analytics @ City of Vancouver
- Performance Reporting: Implemented interactive dashboards on Qlik Sense and led monthly performance review sessions with senior level management at Development, Building and Licensing.
- Forecast & Resource Planning: Developed and built a predictive modeling system to make long-range and short-range forecasts on building and development permit applications of various complexity, purpose, and use. Delivered insights to Operations and Finance for budget and capacity planning.
- Continuous Improvement Analytics: Analyzed complex business processes and defined metrics with Inspections and Bylaw Enforcement Team to accurately reflect the business scenarios and identify bottlenecks. Insights have consistently driven necessary actions and improved service level.
Jul 2022-Present
Sessional Faculty @ University Canada West
- Taught the Business Analytics course in the MBA program
Jul 2020- Oct 2021
Sessional Faculty @ City University of Seattle in Canada
- Taught the Business Analytics and Math Reasoning in the BA program.
Feb 2020-May 2022
Part-Time Instructor @ British Columbia Institute of Technology
- Taught the Analytic Models for Business Decisions course in the Business Analytics Graduate Certificate Program.
Sep 2019-Apr 2022
Part-Time Instructor @ VanWest College
- Taught the Business Analytics course in the post graduate Supply Chain Management Program.
- Researched and developed the curriculum including assignment and exam questions.