Julia Rodd
About Julia Rodd
Julia Rodd is the Lead Data Scientist at General Mills, with extensive experience in data science roles at Securian Financial and Target, and holds a Master's degree in Data Science from Northwestern University.
Current Role at General Mills
Julia Rodd is the Lead Data Scientist at General Mills. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in data science to drive analytics and insights to support business decisions. Her responsibilities involve leveraging technical skills in R, SQL, Tableau, Git/GitHub, and Python to analyze large datasets, build predictive models, and present actionable insights to stakeholders. She also provides leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Experience at Securian Financial
Julia Rodd worked at Securian Financial for six years, where she progressed through roles of increasing responsibility. Starting as a Data Scientist from 2017 to 2019, she moved on to become a Senior Data Scientist from 2019 to 2021, and thereafter served as the Lead Data Scientist until 2023. During her tenure, she focused on advanced data analytics, predictive modeling, and data-driven decision-making. Her work at Securian Financial involved significant problem-solving efforts and required effective communication of complex data insights to diverse audiences.
Educational Background
Julia Rodd has a solid educational foundation in mathematics and data science. She holds a Master of Science in Data Science from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from St. Olaf College. These academic achievements have equipped her with strong analytical and quantitative skills, which she applies in her current professional role. Additionally, she earned the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification in 2021, further enhancing her technical capabilities.
Early Career at Target
Julia Rodd's early career includes experience at Target in Minneapolis, MN. She participated in the Technology Leadership Program from 2013 to 2014, where she gained valuable exposure to various aspects of technology and leadership. Following this, she worked as a Big Data Project Analyst for three months from 2014 to 2015. During her time at Target, Julia developed her skills in big data analytics and project management, setting the stage for her future roles in data science.
Technical and Soft Skills
Julia Rodd possesses a strong blend of technical and soft skills that contribute to her effectiveness as a Lead Data Scientist. Her technical proficiency includes programming languages and tools such as R, SQL, Tableau, Git/GitHub, and Python. In addition, she has developed soft skills in communication, leadership, critical thinking, and project management. Julia is known for her excellent problem-solving abilities and organizational skills, making her a well-rounded professional capable of tackling complex data science challenges.