Mike Zhou
About Mike Zhou
Mike Zhou is the Chief Data Officer at InDebted, where he leads a team of 30 data professionals to enhance consumer engagement through AI and machine learning. He holds degrees in Actuarial Science and Mathematics from UNSW and has extensive experience in data science across various roles in Singapore and Australia.
Current Role at InDebted
Mike Zhou serves as the Chief Data Officer at InDebted, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's data strategy and managing a team of 30 data professionals. His focus is on leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve consumer engagement within debt collection processes. Zhou actively participates in strategic initiatives, including the 2024 Product Roadmap live showcase, where he collaborates with the CEO and other executives to discuss product capabilities.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to his current role, Mike Zhou was the Vice President of Data at InDebted from 2021 to 2023. He has extensive experience in data science, having worked as a Lead Data Science Consultant at Inferentics from 2017 to 2021. Zhou also held positions at PwC, serving as a Manager in Data Science in Singapore from 2014 to 2015 and as a Senior Associate in Data Science in Australia from 2011 to 2014. His career reflects a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making and analytics.
Educational Background
Mike Zhou holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Actuarial Science and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics and Statistics, both from the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He furthered his professional qualifications by achieving the Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries Australia (FIAA) and the Chartered Enterprise Risk Actuary (CERA) designations from the Actuaries Institute. His educational background equips him with a robust understanding of quantitative analysis and risk management.
Career in Business Development
In addition to his data science expertise, Mike Zhou has experience in business development. He worked as a Business Development Manager at CaterSpot in Singapore for 11 months in 2016. This role contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and client engagement, complementing his technical skills in data science and analytics.