Marco Velliscig
About Marco Velliscig
Marco Velliscig serves as the Head of Business Intelligence at Holidu, where he leads a cross-functional team and specializes in user segmentation and predictive modeling. He has a diverse background in data science, having held various roles at Booking.com, Holidu, and Leiden University, and possesses advanced degrees in Astrophysics and Physics.
Current Role at Holidu
Marco Velliscig serves as the Head of Business Intelligence at Holidu since 2021. In this role, he leads a cross-functional team of five individuals, integrating various skills to meet business intelligence objectives. His responsibilities include overseeing data analysis and implementing strategies that enhance the company's decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at Booking.com
Marco Velliscig has held multiple positions at Booking.com. He worked as a Team Lead from 2018 to 2019 and as a Senior Data Scientist specializing in machine learning from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Booking.com spanned various roles, allowing him to develop expertise in data science and team leadership within the Amsterdam Area.
Education and Expertise
Marco Velliscig has a solid educational background in Astrophysics and Physics. He earned a Master's Degree from Università degli Studi di Trieste and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Leiden University. His academic journey also includes a Bachelor's Degree in Physics from Università degli Studi di Trieste. He possesses expertise in natural language processing (NLP) and predictive modeling, which are essential for data-driven decision-making.
Experience in Humanitarian Data Science
Before his roles in the corporate sector, Marco Velliscig worked as a Data Scientist with the Humanitarian Data Team at 510, an initiative of the Netherlands Red Cross. His experience in this role lasted for seven months in 2016 and involved applying data science techniques to humanitarian efforts, contributing to impactful projects.
Mentorship and Professional Development
In addition to his technical roles, Marco Velliscig actively mentors junior data scientists. He provides guidance and support to help them develop their skills and advance in their careers. This commitment to mentorship reflects his dedication to fostering talent within the data science community.