Vicky Hunt
About Vicky Hunt
Vicky Hunt is a Data Scientist at Breakthrough Energy Ventures and a City Councilmember for the City of Issaquah, with a diverse background in computational ecology, conservation science, and renewable energy policy.
Current Position at Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Vicky Hunt has been working as a Data Scientist at Breakthrough Energy Ventures since 2020. Based in Seattle, Washington, she focuses on impact analytics for the Breakthrough Energy Catalyst program. Her work involves analyzing and supporting the technologies like green hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuel.
Role as City Councilmember in Issaquah
Since 2018, Vicky Hunt has served as a City Councilmember for the City of Issaquah in Washington. In this role, she participates in various regional boards and commissions, contributing to the city's strategic initiatives and policy-making. Her responsibilities also include fostering community engagement and supporting municipal governance.
Previous Experience at Intellectual Ventures
From 2017 to 2020, Vicky Hunt worked at Intellectual Ventures in Bellevue, Washington. Initially, she served as a Data Analyst from 2017 to 2019, and then advanced to the role of Data Scientist from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she provided analytical support to various projects, leveraging her expertise in data science and analytics.
Academic Background and Research
Vicky Hunt holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computational Ecology from the University of Illinois Chicago, earned between 2011 and 2015. She also has a Master of Science (MSc) in Animal Breeding and Genetics from both the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, and Wageningen University. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from Cornell University.
Research Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout her career, Vicky Hunt has made significant contributions to various research projects. Notably, she developed mathematical models and decision support tools for invasive species mitigation and restoration projects for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Additionally, she worked as a biostatistician, providing analytical support to the Global Health Technologies team of Global Good.