Sam Layton Email & Phone Number

United States

United States

Provo, Utah, United States

I lead a team of researchers in machine learning, developing a cutting-edge framework that improves how deep learning systems work by using advanced sampling methods to better understand cause and effect relationships. My new approach has consistently outperformed popular models like Random Forest, XGBoost, K-Nearest Neighbors, and Convolutional Neural Networks, delivering accuracy improvements of 5%-20%.I’ve tested my methods on a wide range of well-known datasets, including MNIST, Fashion, and MIMIC, where it consistently demonstrated superior results. Additionally, I’ve designed algorithms that run faster and more efficiently, reducing complexity from quadratic to logarithmic time, making predictions much quicker without sacrificing accuracy.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

I developed a groundbreaking Python library that drastically sped up quantum simulations, reducing runtime from 12 hours to a mere fraction of a second (0.015 seconds). This innovation not only made simulations faster but also helped optimize cutting-edge quantum technology known as spin-photon interfaces, where I discovered efficiency improvements of 13% beyond what's currently known.In collaboration with MIT faculty, I contributed to published research in top scientific journals such as Optics Express and others, making a significant impact in the field of quantum computing.

Provo, Utah, United States

I improved the performance of a well-known investment strategy (momentum strategy) by boosting its Sharpe ratio—a key measure of risk-adjusted returns—by 44%. This was achieved by applying a new method using Fourier analysis to better manage risk. I validated the strategy's effectiveness by running extensive back-tests using financial data on a Linux supercomputer.Additionally, I successfully replicated results from a well-regarded trading strategy called "Expected Idiosyncratic Skewness" (Boyer 2009) and applied it to manage a $1.1 million student-led investment fund.

Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area

I am the primary resource for executive-level business analytics. I work daily with Secuvant's CEO to create statistical models and solve cost optimization problems that directly impact company performance. Current outcomes include:1) Increased company-wide gross profit by 16.7% through price optimization models2) Designed and implemented a dashboard KPI system by strategizing with Secuvant CEO and other leaders3) Built statistical forecasting model and dashboards of projected revenue within 13% accuracy of actuals4) Generated over $300,000 in investment dollars through slide deck presentations and developing quantitative proforma models

South Jordan, Utah, United States

I had the responsibility to lead and grow our new sales division and accomplished the following:1) As team leader, we generated $7,500,000 in loans, accounting for 33% of company revenue 2) Managed and trained a team of 6 sales reps, fostering collaborative teamwork and leaderships skills3) Developed self-made sales pitch technique and spearheaded the training program for 30+ new hires

South Jordan, Utah, United States

As the first hire in this division, I was tasked with establishing all sales procedures and strategies to generate deals for our mortgage loan officers at a local level.1) Experimented to find the best approach when this had never been done before in the mortgage industry.2) Created a comprehensive dashboard in Excel to track team’s performance from sales data

Kaysville, Utah, United States

At age 16 I started my own car detailing company with repeat, high-end clientele. When I graduated high school the company had grown to:1) Making over $25,000 in revenue 2) Employeed 7 detailers in multiple teams that I managed simultaneouslyI learned supply chain management, leadership and management skills, customer relations, sales, and a thirst for innovation and efficiency.

Computational And Applied Mathematics, 4.0

BYU's Applied and Computational Mathematics (ACME) degree specializes in statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization, and a host.

Economics, 3.99

Activities and Societies: Economic Student Association BYU's economics program presents core economic theory through the lens.