Scott Yacko
About Scott Yacko
Scott Yacko serves as the Senior Vice President of Data Science & Machine Learning at Media.Monks, where he has contributed to numerous award-winning projects since 2021. He has a diverse background in data science and engineering, having held various leadership roles in companies like MightyHive, Honeywell Aerospace, and WESCO Distribution.
Work at MightyHive
Scott Yacko has held multiple positions at MightyHive, starting as Interim Director of Programmatic Search in 2015. He then served as Senior Director of Data Science from 2018 to 2020 and later as Vice President of Data Science & Machine Learning - Global for a brief period in 2021. His tenure at MightyHive has contributed to the company's focus on data-driven solutions.
Current Role at Media.Monks
Since 2021, Scott Yacko has been serving as Senior Vice President of Data Science & Machine Learning at Media.Monks in London, England. In this role, he is part of a leadership team that has been instrumental in achieving significant industry recognition, including a record number of FWA awards. He works with a global team of nearly 6,000 digital talents across 57 talent hubs in 33 countries.
Education and Expertise
Scott Yacko earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His educational background supports his expertise in data science and machine learning, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles.
Professional Background
Scott Yacko's professional background includes diverse roles in data science and engineering. Prior to his current positions, he co-founded and served as COO at Ringtrail and held leadership roles at Levers and vuurr. He also worked at Honeywell Aerospace and WESCO Distribution, where he focused on program management and operational excellence.
Achievements in Industry Recognition
Scott Yacko has played a significant role in Media.Monks' recognition within the industry. His contributions helped the company win a record number of FWA awards and be named Webby Production Company of the Year in 2021. Additionally, he was part of the leadership team that led Media.Monks to be recognized on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists for three consecutive years from 2019 to 2021.