Amit Kooner
About Amit Kooner
Amit Kooner is the Director of Data Product Management - Advertising & Partnerships at the NBA, with extensive experience in data science, analytics, and strategy across various industries.
Company: National Basketball Association (NBA)
Amit Kooner currently holds the position of Director of Data Product Management - Advertising & Partnerships at the National Basketball Association (NBA) in New York, New York. He has been with the NBA since 2022, where he focuses on building user-friendly data products. His role revolves around integrating technology, business, and design, specifically aimed at enhancing advertising and partnership initiatives.
Previous Role: Consultant and Board Advisor at SWARM
From 2022 to 2023, Amit Kooner worked as a Consultant and Board Advisor for SWARM in the New York City Metropolitan Area. During his tenure, he contributed to strategic decisions and provided expert advisory in areas related to data science and product management.
Education and Expertise: University of Rochester - Simon Business School and Tulane University
Amit Kooner earned his MBA with a focus on Finance from the University of Rochester - Simon Business School, graduating in 2009. He also holds a B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology from Tulane University, completed in 2005. His education has provided a strong foundation in both business and scientific disciplines, which he leverages in his professional roles.
Previous Employment: Group Analytics Director and Analytics Director at Huge
Amit Kooner has had multiple stints with Huge, working as the Group Analytics Director in 2019 for six months and as the Analytics Director from 2017 to 2019. At Huge, he was involved in enhancing user experience and developing comprehensive data strategies to drive business decisions.
Role at General Assembly: Course Consultant and Presenter
From 2015 to 2018, Amit Kooner served as a Course Consultant and Presenter at General Assembly in New York, NY. He was responsible for consulting on course materials and delivering presentations, providing students with insights into digital strategy, analytics, and data science methodologies.