Joan Pharr
About Joan Pharr
Joan Pharr is a Data Scientist currently working at Advance Auto Parts, where she develops machine learning and modeling solutions. With a background in business analysis and a strong academic foundation in mathematics, she has held various roles in both the private sector and government.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Joan Pharr currently works at Advance Auto Parts as a Data Scientist, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is part of the Enterprise AI team, where she focuses on developing machine learning and modeling solutions that span various departments. Prior to her current role, she served as an Associate Data Scientist from 2020 to 2021 and as a Senior Marketing Analyst from 2019 to 2020. Her work involves using data to enhance collaboration and problem-solving across the organization.
Previous Experience in Data Analysis
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Joan Pharr accumulated extensive experience in data analysis and business intelligence. She worked at MaxPoint as a Business Analyst from 2014 to 2016, where she later transitioned to a Senior Business Analyst role for a brief period in 2016. Following her time at MaxPoint, she served as Lead Business Analyst at Valassis Digital from 2017 to 2019. Her background includes a focus on data-driven decision-making and analytics.
Education and Expertise
Joan Pharr has a strong educational background in mathematics. She studied at Wake Forest University, earning a B.S. and B.A. in Mathematics and Russian Language from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her studies at North Carolina State University, completing a Post-baccalaureate program in Mathematics in 2012. Joan also holds a Master's Degree in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which she obtained from 2012 to 2014. Her academic training supports her expertise in data science and analytics.
Background in Security and Consulting
Joan Pharr has experience beyond data science, having worked as a Personnel Security Specialist for the United States Federal Government from 2009 to 2011 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she served as a Consultant Editor at AJE - American Journal Experts in 2014. These roles contributed to her diverse skill set and understanding of data security and editorial processes.
Skills in Data Communication
Joan Pharr possesses a unique ability to communicate complex data insights in a clear and meaningful manner. She enjoys collaborating with others to solve problems and tell stories through data. This skill enhances her effectiveness in her current role and contributes to her success in various analytical positions throughout her career.