John Pyhtila, Ph.D.
About John Pyhtila, Ph.D.
John Pyhtila, Ph.D., serves as the Chief Product and Strategy Officer at Abacus Insights, where he combines analytics expertise with engineering skills to drive business objectives. He has held various leadership roles in data science and analytics across prominent organizations, including Innovaccer, Mass General Brigham, and Cigna.
Current Role at Abacus Insights
John Pyhtila serves as the Chief Product and Strategy Officer at Abacus Insights, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on integrating product development with strategic initiatives to enhance the company's offerings. His leadership is characterized by a hybrid work model based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Previous Experience at Innovaccer
Prior to his current role, John Pyhtila worked at Innovaccer as Vice President and Chief Analytics Officer from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at Innovaccer was marked by a focus on analytics and data-driven strategies to improve business outcomes.
Leadership at Mass General Brigham
From 2017 to 2022, John held the position of Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Mass General Brigham in the Greater Boston Area. During his five years there, he was instrumental in developing data analytics capabilities that supported clinical and operational improvements.
Educational Background
John Pyhtila has an extensive educational background in engineering and biomedical fields. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University (1993-1997), a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University (1997-1999), and a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University (2003-2007). This academic foundation supports his analytical and engineering expertise.
Career Progression and Expertise
John Pyhtila has a diverse career spanning various roles in analytics and engineering. He has held positions at Cigna, Hewlett-Packard, Motorola, and McKinsey & Company, where he developed a reputation for turning around underperforming businesses and leading transformational initiatives. His experience combines deep analytics expertise with a solid engineering background.