Emma Ran Li
About Emma Ran Li
Emma Ran Li is a Data Science Manager with extensive experience in data science and predictive modeling, having worked at Oportun and several other companies in the insurance and analytics sectors. She holds a Master's degree in Statistics from Harvard University and has completed various professional certifications in statistics and programming.
Current Role as Data Science Manager
Emma Ran Li currently serves as a Data Science Manager at Oportun, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees data science initiatives and leads a team focused on leveraging data to enhance business strategies. Her work is based in San Carlos, California, where she applies her extensive knowledge in statistics and data analysis to drive decision-making processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Oportun
Prior to her current role, Emma Ran Li worked at Oportun as a Senior Data Scientist from 2017 to 2021. During her four years in this position, she contributed to various data-driven projects aimed at improving customer experience and operational efficiency. Her tenure in Redwood City, California, allowed her to develop and implement predictive models that supported the company's objectives.
Educational Background in Statistics
Emma Ran Li earned a Master's Degree in Statistics from Harvard University, studying from 2012 to 2013. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor's degree in Statistics (Honors) and Mathematics (Honors) at Penn State University from 2009 to 2012. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in data science and analytics.
Professional Certifications and Exams
Emma holds several SAS certifications, including SAS Certified Base Programmer for SAS 9, SAS Certified Advanced Programmer for SAS 9, and SAS Certified Statistical Business Analyst Using SAS 9: Regression and Modeling. Additionally, she has completed a series of professional exams in areas such as Probability, Financial Mathematics, and Models for Stochastic Processes and Statistics. She has also achieved Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) in Economics, Applied Statistical Methods, and Corporate Finance.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Emma Ran Li began her career with various internships, including a Predictive Modeling Intern position at Bunker Hill Insurance Company from 2013 to 2014. She also served as an Actuarial Intern at Plymouth Rock Assurance for two months in 2013. Her experience as a Head Teaching Fellow at Harvard Extension School from 2013 to 2014 further enhanced her analytical and teaching skills, contributing to her professional development in the field of data science.