Seong H. H.
About Seong H. H.
Seong H. H. is a Staff Data Scientist with extensive experience in data science and analytics across various industries. He has held leadership roles at multiple companies, including HonestFund and CookUnity, and has a strong academic background in statistics from Harvard and Yale.
Work at CookUnity
Currently, Seong H. H. serves as a Staff Data Scientist at CookUnity, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data science to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences. His responsibilities include developing data-driven strategies and algorithms that support the company's mission in the meal delivery industry.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Seong H. H. has held multiple significant roles in data science prior to his current position. He worked as a Director of Data Science and Machine Learning at Daily Harvest from 2021 to 2022. Before that, he was a Principal Data Scientist at Toast from 2019 to 2021, a Lead Data Scientist at Plated from 2017 to 2018, and a Senior Data Scientist at Zagster from 2018 to 2019. He began his career at Cogo Labs as a Data Science and Analytics professional from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Seong H. H. holds a Bachelor of Arts in Statistics from Harvard University, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Statistics from Yale University, completing his studies in 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in probabilistic modeling, machine learning, and Bayesian inference.
Leadership and Advisory Roles
In addition to his technical roles, Seong H. H. provides strategic and tactical leadership in data science. He has advised early-stage startups on AI, machine learning, and data science, contributing to key hiring decisions and establishing foundational data and engineering practices. His leadership experience spans various industries, including direct-to-consumer subscription services and omni-channel retail.
Research and Development Focus
Seong H. H. has an applied research background that intersects scalable recommender systems, natural language processing, and large language models. He specializes in developing innovative solutions for complex problems, balancing the need for immediate results with long-term data strategies. His hands-on experience includes building data products and teams tailored to specific industry needs.