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Professional role
I'm a Lead Data Scientist at BCG X, the tech build and design unit of the Boston Consulting Group. I develop advanced analytics solutions for public and private sector clients using machine learning, statistics, and software engineering. I'm also passionate about Responsible AI and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.
- Duke University Alumni Profile Series: Read about my journey from a PhD in Evolutionary Anthropology to data science consulting at BCG X, and advice for PhD students interested in careers beyond academia!
Previously
- I worked on the digital marketing team at KAYAK for 2.5 years, where I contributed to the full lifecycle of experimentation, machine learning, and reporting projects.
- I taught analytics courses at Northeastern University in the CPS Masters in Analytics program, where my offerings included Data Mining and team project-based Capstone Courses.
Progressive analytics
I've supported the progressive movement through volunteer and consulting work, including:
- Contributing to the open source Python library Parsons, which provides core data infrastructure for the progressive movement.
- Serving as a Data Consultant to Stand Up America to support Get-Out-The-Vote efforts for the 2020 presidential election. My analysis of SUA's digital marketing efforts earned an Expy Award from the Analyst Institute. Members can view the full report on the website.
Education
I hold a PhD in Evolutionary Anthropology from Duke University and a BA in Human Evolutionary Biology from Harvard University. My research focused on using statistical methods to shed light on the ecology and evolution of primates.
Athletics
I played ice hockey for Team Korea in the 2018 Winter Olympics and varsity women's ice hockey at Harvard University from 2006-10.
- Duke Olympian Will Soon Defend Ph.D.: Post-Olympics interview about my experience at the Olympics
- Harvard Crimson: 15 minutes with Randi Griffin: Pre-Olympics interview about my ice hockey journey
- We Are One: Olympic Channel documentary about our team at the PyeongChang Olympics
I'm passionate about women's sports and the positive role that athletics plays in developing and empowering people of all ages and genders. I am a USA Hockey certified coach and have over a decade of experience coaching teams and providing elite skills instruction.
Contact
Fork me on GitHub or connect on LinkedIn!
*Last updated: June 19, 2024*