Charlene Chen
About Charlene Chen
Charlene Chen is a Senior Data Scientist at Beyond, where she has worked since 2023. With a strong background in data science and revenue management, she has contributed significantly to the development of data products and the growth of the company.
Work at Beyond
Charlene Chen has been working at Beyond as a Senior Data Scientist since 2023. In this role, she has developed an AB testing platform from scratch, which is integral to the company's data products. Prior to her current position, she served as the Founding Data Scientist at Beyond from 2019 to 2023. During her tenure, she played a key role in scaling up the data science team, contributing significantly to the company's growth and success. Additionally, she fostered a data-driven culture within the organization, which continues to influence its operations.
Education and Expertise
Charlene Chen holds a Master of Information and Data Science (MIDS) from UC Berkeley School of Information, which she completed from 2017 to 2019. She also earned a Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH) with a minor in Real Estate from Cornell University between 2015 and 2016. Earlier, she received a Bachelor of Management in Tourism Management, with a minor in Industry Design and Innovation, from Zhejiang University from 2009 to 2013. Her expertise includes developing core algorithm data products for dynamic pricing software in the short-term rental industry.
Background
Before joining Beyond, Charlene Chen worked at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. as a Revenue Manager at The Westin Nanjing from 2014 to 2015. She also held the position of Corporate Revenue Management Trainee at the same company from 2013 to 2014. Following her time at Starwood, she worked at The Hertz Corporation as a Contribution Strategist and Data Analyst from 2016 to 2017. Her diverse background includes experience in revenue management and data analysis across various sectors.
Professional Experience
Charlene Chen's professional experience spans several roles in data science and revenue management. At The Hertz Corporation, she worked as a Contribution Strategist and Data Analyst for one year, where she applied her analytical skills to enhance business strategies. Her earlier role at Starwood Hotels & Resorts involved revenue management, where she focused on optimizing pricing strategies. This combination of experiences has equipped her with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making and strategic analysis.