Yishi Z.
About Yishi Z.
Yishi Z. is a Senior Manager and Data Scientist at Tapestry, leading the Asia Data Science team and specializing in process automation for decision-making. With over eight years of experience in data science, Yishi has worked in various roles across Canada and China, including positions at York Region and EF Education First.
Work at Tapestry
Currently, Yishi Z. serves as the Senior Manager, Data Scientist at Tapestry, a role held since 2021. In this position, Yishi leads the Asia Data Science team, concentrating on automating processes that enhance decision-making for stakeholders. This role involves leveraging data science methodologies to support the company's strategic objectives within the retail and luxury sectors.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Before joining Tapestry, Yishi Z. accumulated diverse experience in data science roles. From 2020 to 2021, Yishi worked as a Data Scientist at EF Education First in Shanghai, China. Prior to that, Yishi was employed as a Data Scientist at York Region from 2017 to 2020, and as an Analyst in Business Geomatics and Database Analytics at Toronto Star from 2015 to 2016. Yishi's career began with a position as a Junior Analyst at InterStratics Consultants Inc. in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Yishi Z. holds a Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from Wuhan University, completed between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, Yishi earned a Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from the University of Waterloo from 2011 to 2013. Yishi further advanced academic credentials with a Master of Spatial Analysis from Ryerson University, completed in 2015. This educational background supports Yishi's expertise in data science and spatial analysis.
Research and Teaching Experience
Yishi Z. has experience in academic research and teaching. Yishi worked as a Researcher at Ryerson University from 2014 to 2015, contributing to various projects in the field of geographic information science. Additionally, Yishi served as a Teaching Assistant for the course GEOG 581 GIS, Geographic Data and Mapping, at Ryerson University for three months in 2015. This experience reflects Yishi's commitment to the academic community and knowledge dissemination.
Professional Commitment to Data Science
Yishi Z. has dedicated over eight years to the field of data science, with a specific focus on the retail and luxury business sectors. This commitment is evident through Yishi's various roles and contributions across different organizations, emphasizing a strong foundation in data analysis and decision-making processes.