Paul Skroch
About Paul Skroch
Paul Skroch serves as the Vice President of Data Science and Platform Engineering at Benson Hill Biosystems, where he has worked since 2016. Previously, he spent 14 years at Monsanto Company, where he contributed to enterprise analytics strategies and led teams in advanced analytics applications.
Work at Benson Hill Biosystems
Paul Skroch has served as the Vice President of Data Science & Platform Engineering at Benson Hill Biosystems since 2016. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data science to enhance the company's platform engineering efforts. His leadership involves integrating advanced analytics into the company's operations to drive innovation and efficiency in agricultural biotechnology.
Previous Experience at Monsanto Company
Before joining Benson Hill Biosystems, Paul Skroch worked at Monsanto Company for 14 years, from 2002 to 2016, in Saint Louis. He held the position of Data Science Strategy Lead, where he contributed to the development of enterprise analytics strategies. His work involved predictive analytics, operations research, and geospatial analytics, which were crucial in optimizing processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Paul Skroch earned his PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data science and analytics. His academic training has been instrumental in shaping his approach to data-driven decision-making in the agricultural sector.
Contributions to Analytics at Monsanto
During his tenure at Monsanto, Paul Skroch played a significant role in applying advanced analytics to various organizational functions. He led a team that focused on reducing the cost of goods and mitigating pipeline risk through data-driven strategies. His contributions enabled the product discovery, development, testing, and manufacturing teams to utilize analytics solutions effectively.