Louis Weimer, PhD
About Louis Weimer, PhD
Louis Weimer, PhD, serves as the Director of Data Science at Kin Insurance, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in data science and analytics, with previous roles at Nationwide, CVS Health, and other organizations, and holds a PhD in Political Science from UC San Diego.
Work at Kin Insurance
Louis Weimer serves as the Director of Data Science at Kin Insurance, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he has successfully grown the Data Science team from its inception to a cross-functional organization that delivers value across all business verticals. His leadership focuses on leveraging data science to enhance business outcomes within the insurance sector.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Before joining Kin Insurance, Louis Weimer worked at Nationwide as a Consultant in Analytic Science from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Analytic Scientist at Nationwide from 2018 to 2021. His earlier roles include Data Scientist at Progress Residential® for five months in 2021 and Senior Analytic Consultant at CVS Health from 2016 to 2018. These positions provided him with extensive experience in the insurance and finance industries.
Education and Expertise
Louis Weimer earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science from UC San Diego, where he studied from 2014 to 2019. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Political Science from UC San Diego, obtained between 2014 and 2016. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's degree in History from Arizona State University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012, and a second Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Mathematics from the same institution.
Research and Internships
Louis Weimer has a background in research, having completed internships at the American Foreign Policy Council in 2012 and the Hudson Institute in 2013. These experiences contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of data-driven decision-making. His early career also included a role as a Data and Quality Analyst at Incentive Lab from 2013 to 2014.
Public Portfolio and Contributions
Louis Weimer maintains a public portfolio of his work on GitHub, showcasing his contributions to various data science projects. This portfolio reflects his commitment to the field and provides insights into his analytical capabilities and methodologies.