Matthew Christy
About Matthew Christy
Matthew Christy is a Data Scientist at Hopper in Boston, Massachusetts, with a background in analytics and research from various roles and educational institutions.
Current Position at Hopper
Matthew Christy currently works as a Data Scientist at Hopper in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, he has developed advanced optimization models to improve lodging recommendations and has presented findings from data analysis projects to senior leadership, influencing key business decisions. Additionally, he utilizes ggplot2 and plotly for creating interactive visualizations that enhance data-driven decision-making processes. Christy also leads a cross-functional team to integrate new data sources into Hopper's analytics platform, improving data accuracy and insights. He conducts A/B testing to optimize marketing strategies and user engagement for Hopper's lodging vertical and mentors junior data scientists and analysts, fostering a collaborative and educational work environment.
Previous Roles at DraftKings Inc.
Prior to his role at Hopper, Matthew Christy worked at DraftKings Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts. He first served as a Business Data Analyst from 2018 to 2020 and later as a Senior Analyst - CRM from 2020 to 2021. In these roles, he was responsible for various analytical tasks that supported consumer relationship management and business intelligence initiatives. His contributions at DraftKings were pivotal in refining data-driven strategies and improving the company's CRM capabilities.
Educational Background and Analytics Expertise
Matthew Christy holds a Master of Science in Analytics from the Institute for Advanced Analytics, where he studied from 2017 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Decision Sciences and a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. During his academic career, he gained extensive knowledge in analytical methodologies and honed his skills in data science, which have been instrumental in his professional career.
Early Career and Research Experience
Matthew Christy's early career includes roles that provided a foundation in research and data analysis. He worked as a Research Assistant at the Marsico Lung Institute Cystic Fibrosis Center from 2016 to 2017 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Before this, he was an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Joint Applied Math and Marine Science Fluids Lab from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he interned as an Accounting and Research Intern at Journalistic, Inc. from 2014 to 2015. These positions allowed him to develop a robust understanding of scientific research and data analytics.
High School Education
Matthew Christy completed his high school education at Chapel Hill High School, where he earned his High School Diploma from 2009 to 2013. During this time, he laid the groundwork for his future studies and professional pursuits in mathematical sciences and analytics.