Damon Chiu, Mma
About Damon Chiu, Mma
Damon Chiu is a Senior Data Scientist at Interac Corp., where he leads the procurement of new data sources and conducts knowledge sharing sessions. He has a background in data analysis and education, having previously worked at Best Buy Canada, Clearly, and the University of Toronto.
Work at Interac
Damon Chiu has been employed at Interac Corp. as a Senior Data Scientist since 2018. In this role, he leads the procurement of new unstructured and semi-structured data sources for prototyping projects. His work involves utilizing various data formats, including log data, plain text through natural language processing (NLP), and JSON files. Chiu actively conducts knowledge sharing sessions for colleagues and educational institutions, contributing to the data science community.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to his current position, Damon Chiu worked as a Data Analyst Lead at Clearly from 2014 to 2017. He also served as a Data Analyst at Symbility for one year, from 2017 to 2018. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in data analysis and team collaboration. Additionally, he worked at Best Buy Canada as a Claims Administrator from 2012 to 2014, gaining valuable experience in customer service and claims processing.
Education and Expertise
Damon Chiu holds a Master's Degree in Management Analytics from the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, where he studied from 2018 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Simon Fraser University. His educational background provides him with a solid understanding of business principles and analytics, which he applies in his current role as a Senior Data Scientist.
Teaching Experience
In 2021, Damon Chiu served as an Instructor at the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies for a period of four months. During this time, he contributed to the education of students in data science, sharing his knowledge and experience in the field. His role as an instructor reflects his commitment to fostering learning and development within the data science community.
Team Collaboration Initiatives
Damon Chiu hosts pair programming sessions aimed at enhancing team collaboration and skill development among colleagues. These sessions facilitate knowledge exchange and improve coding practices within his team, contributing to a more effective and cohesive working environment.