William Bowser, PhD, Cqf
About William Bowser, PhD, Cqf
William Bowser, PhD, Cqf, is a Data Science Manager at Fannie Mae and a Fellow at Nassau Street Ventures, with extensive experience in data science, economics, and agricultural development.
Company: Fannie Mae
William Bowser, PhD, Cqf, is currently serving as a Data Science Manager at Fannie Mae. He operates out of Washington, District of Columbia, United States. In his role, he leads fintech product research and innovation efforts, focusing on leveraging data science to drive product development.
Title: Data Science Manager
As the Data Science Manager at Fannie Mae, William Bowser utilizes his extensive background in data science and economics to spearhead initiatives in product development. His responsibilities include leading fintech product research and implementing innovative data strategies to optimize business outcomes.
Education: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
William Bowser earned a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which he attended from 2006 to 2012. This advanced education provided him with a robust foundation in economics and quantitative analysis, which has been instrumental throughout his professional career.
Past Positions: Freddie Mac
Before joining Fannie Mae, William Bowser worked as a Data Science Manager at Freddie Mac for five years, from 2017 to 2022. He was based in McLean, Virginia, where he honed his skills in data management and strategic planning within the financial sector.
Background: International Experience
William Bowser has considerable international experience—having worked at institutions like the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture in Nigeria, where he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Economics from 2012 to 2014. He also worked as Head of Data Strategy and Analytics at Hello Tractor, focusing on enhancing agricultural productivity in Nigeria.