Aaron Meagher
About Aaron Meagher
Aaron Meagher is a Senior Data Scientist at Web Summit in Dublin, where he has worked since 2015. He specializes in network analysis and has pioneered analytical techniques for monitoring crowd flow and enhancing advertising campaigns.
Work at Web Summit
Aaron Meagher has been serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Web Summit since 2015, contributing to the organization for a total of nine years in Dublin. In this role, he specializes in network analysis and has pioneered new analytical techniques for automated quantitative monitoring of crowd flow. His responsibilities also include developing an automated ads platform that enhances large-scale advertising campaigns through precise user targeting. Additionally, he has designed a company survey architecture aimed at improving survey targeting and response rates.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Meagher studied at Trinity College Dublin, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from 2008 to 2014. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics at the same institution from 2004 to 2008. His foundational education includes a Leaving Certificate in Theoretical Physics from Terenure College, which he completed from 1998 to 2004. This extensive academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in analytical techniques and data science.
Background
Before his current role at Web Summit, Aaron Meagher worked as a Data Scientist at Web Summit for nine months in 2015. He also served as a Physics Researcher at TU Berlin from 2012 to 2014, where he focused on research in the field of physics. Additionally, he held a position as a Postgraduate at Trinity College Dublin from 2008 to 2012, further enhancing his research and analytical skills.
Achievements
Aaron Meagher has developed several key initiatives during his career. He created an automated ads platform that improves large-scale advertising campaigns with precise user targeting. He also designed a company survey architecture that enhances survey targeting and response rates while ensuring unbiased community feedback. Furthermore, he implemented automated daily advertising reports using the Google Analytics API, showcasing his ability to integrate technology with data analysis.