Johnny Hilgers
About Johnny Hilgers
Johnny Hilgers serves as the Chief Analytics Officer at Spring Venture Group, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in business analytics, having held various roles within the company since 2011, and is recognized for his contributions to data-driven decision-making and machine learning applications.
Work at Spring Venture Group
Johnny Hilgers has held multiple roles at Spring Venture Group since joining in 2011. He currently serves as Chief Analytics Officer, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this, he was the Executive Vice President of Business Analytics from 2018 to 2020, and he also held the position of Vice President of Business Analytics from 2016 to 2017. His earlier roles include Director of Business Analytics from 2014 to 2016 and Senior Business Analyst from 2013 to 2014. He began his career at Spring Venture Group as a Business Analyst from 2011 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Johnny Hilgers studied at the University of Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance from 2007 to 2011. His educational background in finance complements his expertise in data science, enabling him to apply analytical techniques effectively in business contexts. He is proficient in using Gephi for network analysis, a skill that enhances his capabilities in business analytics.
Background
Before his tenure at Spring Venture Group, Johnny Hilgers worked as an Accounting Intern at gish SEIDEN LLP in 2010. His early experiences in finance and analytics have shaped his career trajectory, leading to a focus on data-driven decision-making in his subsequent roles.
Achievements
Johnny Hilgers has made significant contributions to Spring Venture Group, including the development of machine learning models to optimize lead purchases and the implementation of real-time combinatorial optimization solutions for lead routing. He created talent acquisition models to reduce recruiting costs and developed predictive churn models to assess customer flight risk. In 2018, he was recognized in Ingram’s 20 in their Twenties Award for his impact as a young executive in the industry.