Rafael Garcia Navarro
About Rafael Garcia Navarro
Rafael Garcia Navarro is the Chief Data Scientist at Provenir, where he oversees the design and implementation of infrastructure and architecture for AI products. He has extensive experience in analytics and data science, having held leadership roles at companies such as Experian, Ogilvy UK, and American Express.
Current Role at Provenir
Rafael Garcia Navarro serves as the Chief Data Scientist at Provenir, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the design and implementation of infrastructure and architecture for Provenir AI. He leads the development of artificial intelligence products, focusing on enhancing smarter risk decisioning. His work has a global impact, contributing to the company's strategic direction in data science and analytics.
Previous Experience at Experian
Prior to his current role, Rafael worked at Experian as the Chief Analytics Officer from 2014 to 2018. Based in London, United Kingdom, he was responsible for leading analytics initiatives and strategies during his four-year tenure. His experience at Experian contributed to his expertise in data-driven decision-making and analytics.
Educational Background
Rafael Garcia Navarro has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Dundee, where he earned a Master of Science in Business Intelligence - Information Engineering (Computer Science) from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Business Studies from the University of Brighton, studying part-time from 1999 to 2004. He also holds a Master of Science in Information Technology for eCommerce from the University of Sussex, completed between 2004 and 2006.
Career History and Roles
Rafael has held various significant roles throughout his career. He was the Managing Partner and Head of Analytics and Technology at Ogilvy UK from 2011 to 2014. He also served as the Head of Digital Analytics and SEO at Barclays UK Retail Bank from 2006 to 2011. Earlier in his career, he worked at American Express in Operations, Finance, Digital Marketing, and Sales from 2000 to 2006, and co-founded Ducit.ai, where he served as CEO and Chief Data Scientist from 2018 to 2021.
Focus on Data Protection and Security
In his role as Chief Data Scientist at Provenir, Rafael emphasizes data protection and information security. He is particularly focused on achieving ISO 27001 compliance, ensuring that the company's data practices meet international standards. His commitment to security is a critical aspect of his work in developing AI products and managing data infrastructure.