Aleigha Sardina Spevack
About Aleigha Sardina Spevack
Aleigha Sardina Spevack is a Manager of Data Science and Analytics at CircleCI, where she has worked since 2021. Previously, she held various roles at Citi, including Credit Risk Associate Team Coordinator and Risk Analyst, and has a background in finance and economics from Canisius College.
Current Role at CircleCI
Aleigha Sardina Spevack serves as the Manager of Data Science and Analytics at CircleCI, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has facilitated the hiring process for four distinct roles in data analytics, engineering, and product. She has also redefined the data strategy at CircleCI, focusing on tooling, team charters, and partnerships across the data organization. Additionally, she influences department budgeting, workforce planning, compensation, and performance reviews, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
Previous Experience at Citi
Prior to her current position, Aleigha held multiple roles at Citi from 2010 to 2018. She began as a Credit Risk Associate and progressed to Credit Risk Associate Team Coordinator - Assistant Vice President. During her tenure, she worked as a Risk Analyst/Associate, AVP, and also served as an Asset Manager, AVP. Her experience at Citi provided her with a strong foundation in risk management and analytics, which she has leveraged in her subsequent roles.
Internship at Next Financial Group
Aleigha completed a Financial Analysis Internship at Next Financial Group in 2007. This four-month internship allowed her to gain practical experience in financial analysis, contributing to her knowledge in finance and analytics. This early experience laid the groundwork for her future roles in data science and analytics.
Education and Professional Designations
Aleigha earned a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Finance/Economics and International Business from Canisius College, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. She also holds the Financial Risk Manager designation from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), which underscores her expertise in risk management and analytics.
Coaching and Team Development at CircleCI
At CircleCI, Aleigha has taken an active role in coaching team members through various projects, including exploration, modeling, experimentation, and machine learning. Her leadership in these areas has helped foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and skill development among her team.