John Bryant
About John Bryant
John Bryant serves as the Vice President of Science and Optimization at Sojern, where he leads a team focused on enhancing targeting and automation capabilities through data science. With over 15 years of experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning, he has held various leadership roles in data science across multiple organizations, including Ask.com and IAC Publishing Labs.
Current Role at Sojern
John Bryant serves as the Vice President of Science and Optimization at Sojern, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads a team focused on enhancing targeting and automation capabilities through data science and engineering. His leadership is directed towards optimizing data-driven processes to achieve improved business outcomes.
Previous Experience at Sojern
Prior to his current role, John Bryant worked at Sojern as the Senior Director of Data Science from 2019 to 2023. He also held the position of Director of Data Science at Sojern from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the development of data science initiatives within the company.
Experience at Ask.com
John Bryant has extensive experience at Ask.com, where he held multiple roles. He served as the Lead Data Scientist from 2012 to 2014 and as Head of Research from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he worked as a Research Scientist from 2009 to 2012. His work at Ask.com focused on building machine learning products aimed at improving consumer search experiences and search advertising efficiency.
Educational Background
John Bryant studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA), a Master of Science (MS), and a Ph.D. in Computer Science. His academic journey spanned from 1996 to 2008, providing him with a strong foundation in computer science that supports his professional expertise in data science and artificial intelligence.
Expertise in Data Science and Machine Learning
With over 15 years of experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning, John Bryant is recognized for his ability to build, scale, and optimize data-driven products. His strong background in leading data science teams has equipped him with the skills necessary to drive innovation and efficiency in data-driven processes.