I lead the Progressive's Media Data Science team. I have a proven track record in optimizing digital auctions through the development and deployment of machine learning models. Leading a high-performing team of data scientists, I have been responsible for the end-to-end strategy and execution of model development, deployment, and monitoring.I am a results-driven data science leader with a passion for leveraging technology and data to drive business value. My expertise lies in utilizing machine learning algorithms to enhance lead generation and drive efficiency within digital auctions. I drive innovation through the application of cutting-edge data science methodologies, including feature engineering, algorithm selection, model tuning and A/B testing. I have extensive experience in programming languages such as Python, and have leveraged various machine learning frameworks, including TensorFlow, Keras, XGBoost, h2o, and Scikit-learn, to develop robust and scalable models. In addition to my technical expertise, I am a strong communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively across teams and with clients to understand their unique business needs and goals. I have successfully managed projects from inception to production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.

Customer Experience AnalyticsUnderwritingMedia Data Operations

Anti-Money Laundering, Suspicious Activity Modeling team.

Bank Marketing Operations, Strategy and Analysis. Process monitoring improvements, production and capacity forecasting, Ad Hoc analysis, business case creation, presentations to leadership.• Lead for capacity management, developed capacity forecasting model & agile point system.• Performed investigation & integration of large, complex, not always well-structured data sets.• Designed dynamic data visualizations to present trends & insights to leadership.• Completed Big Data Academy training: Python, Git, Unix.

Microwave Photonics research group, microwave engineering, analog photonics, ultrafast optics, signal processing, photonic link development and characterization, tunable microwave filters• Constructed models & simulations of prototype systems (MATLAB). • Derivation of transfer equations and performance limits for developmental systems.• Constructed bench-top and prototype systems.

Business development, market research, financial planning, grant writing, and pricing strategy.

Communications-Electronics Research & Development Engineering Command. Laboratory manager for infrared countermeasure (IRCM). Government co-lead for development of laser test facility.• Statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental data.• Written and formal presentations to Army leadership and Industry partners. • Technical risk assessments for developing technologies. • Acquisition Level II certification in Systems Engineering (2008).