Sam Yarney
About Sam Yarney
Sam Yarney is a Senior Data Scientist at Synovus, specializing in customer propensity and retention models. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master's degree in Analytics from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Work at Synovus
Sam Yarney has been employed at Synovus as a Senior Data Scientist since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing customer propensity and retention models aimed at enhancing customer engagement and loyalty. He also designs table structures and builds databases using innovative approaches. His work contributes to improving data processing efficiency, which is essential for effective model development.
Previous Experience at Georgia Institute of Technology
Prior to his current position, Sam Yarney worked at the Georgia Institute of Technology as a Business Analyst II from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in this role, he was involved in various analytical projects that supported decision-making processes within the institution. His experience at Georgia Tech laid the groundwork for his expertise in data analysis and modeling.
Educational Background in Industrial Engineering
Sam Yarney earned his Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2011 to 2014. This foundational education provided him with essential skills in engineering principles, systems optimization, and analytical thinking, which are critical in his current data science role.
Advanced Studies in Analytics
Sam Yarney pursued further education at the Georgia Institute of Technology, obtaining a Master of Science in Analytics from 2020 to 2022. This advanced degree equipped him with specialized knowledge in data analytics, predictive modeling, and insight generation, enhancing his capabilities as a data scientist.
Career Progression and Previous Roles
Before joining Synovus, Sam Yarney held several positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Intern at Simmons Bedding Company in 2014 for five months and later served as a Technology Analyst at Infosys from 2015 to 2019. These roles involved various responsibilities related to data processing and analytics, further refining his skills in the field.