Cédric Houdré
About Cédric Houdré
Cédric Houdré is the Director of Data Science, Search at Expedia Group, with extensive experience in data science and economics across various organizations.
Title
Cédric Houdré holds the title of Director Data Science, Search at Expedia Group.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Since 2022, Cédric Houdré has been working as the Director Data Science, Search at Expedia Group in Geneva, Switzerland. In this role, he leads the development of analytic and algorithmic solutions from concept to production, working within a cross-functional group.
Previous Positions at Expedia Group
Cédric Houdré's career at Expedia Group includes roles such as Director Data Science, Supply from 2021 to 2022, Snr. Manager Data Science from 2019 to 2021, and Senior Data Scientist from 2016 to 2019. These roles were based in the Geneva Area, Switzerland, and involved promoting the adoption of advanced analytics and machine learning across various business domains.
Experience at United Nations
From 2015 to 2016, Cédric Houdré served as a Senior Economist / Data Scientist at the United Nations in Geneva Area, Switzerland. His responsibilities included utilizing data science techniques to inform economic strategies and policies.
Career at National Statistical Institute, France (Insee)
Cédric Houdré worked at the National Statistical Institute, France (Insee) as a Manager of Income and Wealth Statistics from 2011 to 2015 and as a Data Scientist / Statistician from 2005 to 2008. He contributed to statistical research and managed significant statistical projects related to income and wealth in Paris, France.
Role at French Treasury, Ministry of Finance
From 2008 to 2011, Cédric Houdré held the position of Economist at the French Treasury, Ministry of Finance in Paris, France. His work involved economic research and policy development for the French government.
Education in Macroeconomics and Statistics
Cédric Houdré earned an MSc in Macroeconomics from the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne in 2002, following his MSc in Statistics and Economics from ENSAE Paris, completed in 2002. These academic achievements laid the foundation for his career in data science and economics.
Professional Development at Expedia Group - Career Development Center
Cédric Houdré pursued several professional development courses at Expedia Group's Career Development Center. These courses include 'Hiring Best Practices' and 'Change Management' in 2021, 'Conflict Resolution' in 2020, and 'Coaching Teams' in 2019.
AI-Driven Personalization of Search Recommendations
In the last 12 months, Cédric Houdré has delivered measurable uplift in conversion on Expedia websites through AI-driven personalization of search recommendations. His work focuses on applying data science and AI techniques to enhance user experiences online.