Tara Zepel
About Tara Zepel
Tara Zepel is a Digital Marketing Technologist with a diverse background in art and design, data analytics, and communication. She has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at KAYNE GRIFFIN CORCORAN, The University of British Columbia, and Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.
Work at Mettler-Toledo International
Tara Zepel has been employed at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. as a Digital Marketing Technologist since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her skills in digital marketing to enhance the company's online presence and optimize marketing strategies. Her work involves integrating data analytics with marketing initiatives to drive business growth.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to her current role, Tara Zepel worked as a Project Manager at KAYNE GRIFFIN CORCORAN from 2007 to 2008 in Santa Monica, CA. During her tenure, she managed various projects, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in project management within the art and design sector.
Academic Background and Research
Tara Zepel earned her PhD in Art History, Theory & Criticism from UC San Diego, where she studied from 2008 to 2018. Her academic journey included a focus on the intersection of art and data, which has informed her subsequent work in digital marketing and design. Additionally, she served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at The University of British Columbia from 2018 to 2021, where she focused on building automated control systems in the Hein Lab.
Freelance Design Experience
From 2013 to 2018, Tara Zepel worked as a freelance designer, where she applied her artistic skills and design knowledge to various projects. This self-employed role allowed her to explore different facets of design while honing her ability to translate client needs into effective visual solutions.
Insight Data Science Fellowship
In 2018, Tara Zepel participated in the Insight Data Science Fellowship for three months in Palo Alto, CA. This program focused on data science and analytics, enabling her to further develop her technical skills and apply them in practical settings. The fellowship complemented her background in art and design by enhancing her data-driven decision-making capabilities.