Godfred Gyimah, PhD
About Godfred Gyimah, PhD
Godfred Gyimah, PhD, is the Director of Product Management for AI/ML Platforms at Oportun, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in artificial intelligence and data science, previously working at Insight Data Science and Bayer, and holds multiple degrees including a PhD from Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Work at Oportun
Godfred Gyimah serves as the Director of Product Management for AI/ML Platforms at Oportun. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and management of artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives within the company. His role involves overseeing product strategies and ensuring the integration of AI technologies to enhance Oportun's services.
Previous Experience at Insight Data Science
Prior to his current role, Godfred Gyimah worked as an Artificial Intelligence Fellow at Insight Data Science from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this position, he gained valuable experience in AI applications and data science methodologies, which contributed to his expertise in the field.
Background in Data Science at Bayer
Godfred Gyimah was employed at Bayer as a Senior Data Scientist and Program Lead from 2018 to 2022. In this capacity, he managed data-driven projects and led initiatives that leveraged data science techniques to support the company's objectives. His experience at Bayer further solidified his skills in data analysis and machine learning.
Education and Expertise
Godfred Gyimah holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Missouri University of Science and Technology, which he completed from 2014 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) from the same institution between 2014 and 2016. His academic background includes a Master of Science (MS) from the University of Leeds (2013-2014) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2006-2010).
Research Experience at Missouri University of Science and Technology
During his time at Missouri University of Science and Technology, Godfred Gyimah worked as a PhD Researcher focusing on Applied Machine Learning and Numerical Modeling from 2014 to 2018. This role involved conducting research that contributed to advancements in machine learning applications and methodologies.