Mark A.
About Mark A.
Mark A. serves as the VP of Data Science and Analytics at Vendr, where he has been instrumental in developing innovative metrics and machine learning models since 2022. He has an extensive background in data science and analytics, having held senior positions at companies such as Cimpress, Merrill Lynch, and Vista, and holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Harvard University.
Work at Vendr.com
Mark A. serves as the Vice President of Data Science and Analytics at Vendr, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has implemented various initiatives to enhance data management and analytics capabilities. He has created new metrics for inventory and complexity, which have improved management and forecasting processes. Additionally, Mark has pioneered the development of Monte Carlo savings analysis for sales self-service and has developed machine learning user engagement models aimed at driving reengagement campaigns. His contributions also include improving the dbt data pipeline and leading the transition to Tableau for enhanced data quality.
Previous Experience at Cimpress
Prior to his current role, Mark A. worked at Cimpress as the Senior Director of Global Product Strategy and Analytics from 2016 to 2020. During his four years there, he focused on platform analytics and data science, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in product development and analytics. His experience at Cimpress provided him with a strong foundation in managing analytics teams and driving data-driven decision-making.
Career at Vista
Mark A. held several positions at Vista, where he worked from 2005 to 2022. His roles included Senior Director of Global Product Strategy and Analytics, Senior Director of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Analytics, and Director of Fulfill Demand Capabilities Development. Throughout his tenure, he focused on enhancing analytics capabilities and software engineering processes. His work involved developing strategies for finance, marketing, and supply chain analytics, contributing to operational efficiencies and improved data management.
Education and Expertise
Mark A. has an extensive educational background. He earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from Harvard University, where he studied from 1989 to 1996. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and Political Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completed in 1989. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science in Computer and Information Sciences from Case Western Reserve University in 1992. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in data science, analytics, and technology.
Experience at Merrill Lynch and Other Roles
Mark A. began his career at Merrill Lynch, where he served as Vice President of Software Development in the Intelligent Technology Group from 1999 to 2002. He also worked at Wellington Management Corp as a VP Senior Systems Analyst for Quantitative Fixed Income Systems from 2003 to 2004. His early career included a role as a Software Engineer at The D. E. Shaw Group and Farsight Financial Services from 1996 to 1999. These positions contributed to his development in software engineering and quantitative analysis.