Experience

TopQuadrant

• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Product Manager

  • Oct 2023 - Present

  Leading the product management efforts, focusing on our flagship product, TopBraid EDG. Leading the product management efforts, focusing on our flagship product, TopBraid EDG.



S&P Global

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Director, Product Management

  • Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

  Part of a team that designed and developed SaaS products that leverage AI, NLP, and knowledge graph technologies to enable efficient and intelligent information management.Led the development and launch of successful products, releases, and POCs through customer research, roadmap creation, backlog refinement, and cross-functional collaboration.Collaborated closely with engineering teams to develop a robust data infrastructure capable of accommodating hundreds of customers, ensuring compliance with software architecture strategy. Guided the team in handling data from Fortune 50 companies, resulting in incremental loading of hundreds of millions of data points for two customers and the implementation of access control and security protocols to safeguard customer data.Spearheaded the ontology team's world-first ontology learning and management system, resulting in scalable Knowledge Graph solutions and an infrastructure that enables rapid ontology building.Led a company-wide shift towards a use case-focused product strategy, requiring buy-in from stakeholders across the organization. Show less

• Associate Director, Product Management

  • Oct 2021 - Mar 2022

  (IHS Markit merged with S&P Global in March 2022)



Kimetrica

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Product Manager

  • Feb 2020 - Oct 2021

  Managed the development of Kimetrica’s machine learning (ML) modeling products (including domain-specific predictive models and scenario-focused intervention models) as well as UX/UI products (such as interactive dashboards, custom apps, and websites).Led the end-to-end development of an information portal for the USAID office in Burma/Myanmar, involving multiple trips to Yangon to meet with stakeholders and ensure alignment with project objectives.Led a team of data scientists responsible for building mechanistic and machine-learning models to predict conflict and food security in Africa and Southeast Asia, serving large US Government clients.Developed a strong understanding of the target market, user needs, and technical requirements to guide product development.Collaborated closely with engineering leadership to define product requirements, prioritize feature development, and create product roadmaps to ensure optimal delivery. Show less

• Senior Data Scientist

  • Dec 2018 - Jan 2020

  Coordinated between research and engineering teams to design and manage the development of data-driven products for decision-makers in the field of international development.Built data pipelines, data extraction processes, and data visualizations using primarily Python and developed interactive dashboards using JavaScript.



Frederick S. Pardee Center for International Futures

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead System Administrator

  • Oct 2018 - Nov 2018

  Managed the full lifecycle of the Pardee Center's data products, as well as select modeling products, including product ideation, prioritization, development, and launch.Manage a team of data analysts responsible for updating, documenting, and maintaining the quality of the International Futures (IFs) modeling platform, including developing processes that encourage collaborative software development with other research centers around the world.Oversaw database operations, including data storage, extraction, and backup, to ensure seamless data management and accessibility.Vetted and tested models to ensure accuracy and reliability, and documented model specifications and data sources for future reference.Provided modeling support to both internal and external teams, including troubleshooting and addressing technical issues as needed.Consolidated and packaged models for delivery to clients, and published models to relevant repositories or platforms as needed.Facilitated product outreach and integration, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate models into end-to-end solutions.Conducted primary research using the IFs model, producing academic publications and client-facing deliverables that highlighted key insights and findings. Show less

• Research System Developer

  • Jan 2016 - Oct 2018

  Managed the entire lifecycle of modeling and data products, from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products. Oversaw database operations and provided modeling support to internal and external teams while vetting and testing models to guarantee accuracy and reliability. Consolidated and packaged models for delivery to clients, and published models to relevant platforms. Facilitated outreach and integration of products by collaborating with cross-functional teams.Conducted research and analysis, including serving as the coordinating lead author of the United Nations Environmental Programme’s Global Environmental Outlook (GEO-6), working with IBM on using machine learning techniques to validate model outputs, and serving as series editor of the African Futures Project, a partnership between the Pardee Center and the Institute for Security Studies (ISS).Led the EconDash project for the US government, researching and building interactive data visualizations on trade networks and economic vulnerability. Also managed a partnership with UNDP to integrate the IFs model into the UNDP’s SDG implementation strategies, facilitating product outreach and integration.Coordinated and led a multidisciplinary research team across the University of Denver and the African Union, while collaborating with Ibrahim Mayaki, former President of Niger, to author the influential report "Ending Hunger in Africa." This included several trips to South Africa to facilitate collaboration between the University of Denver research team and stakeholders at the African Union.Conducted regular trainings for Pardee Center staff and student employees on quantitative modeling and research methods, ensuring ongoing development of team skillsets. Show less

• Research Fellow

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

  Strengthened modeling skills by working directly with Dr. Barry Hughes, the director of the Pardee Center and creator of IFs, on building and improving various modules of the IFs system.Organized IFs training for various organizations in sub-Saharan Africa, providing consulting services to ensure successful adoption and usage of the IFs modeling platform.

• Research Assistant

  • Dec 2012 - Jan 2015

  Analyzed and improved the energy module of the International Futures (IFs) system, adding the ability to forecast unconventional natural gas and oil resources. Built the water module of the IFs system, enabling it to forecast water demand by sector and water supply by source for 186 countries up to the year 2100.Co-authored a policy brief for the Western Cape provincial government of South Africa regarding increases in private solar panel installations, the associated revenue losses, and the potential reclamation of revenues through "smart-grid" technology. Published multiple other research articles (see Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8av-W5EAAAAJ&hl=en)Oversaw the development of several large software projects, including the Pardee Center's new website launched in early 2014, data visualizations, and an RSS feed data scraper and aggregator. Established relationships with third-party developers, coordinated cost and completion dates, and managed servers.Led training on the IFs system for external clients and provided consulting on the system's use and implementation in scenario planning.Incorporated large datasets into the IFs system, such as for the "Diplometrics" project which forecasts international power transitions. Show less



Institute for Security Studies

• Research Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Researcher

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

  Researched and analyzed the complex interplay of water, food, and energy systems in Africa, with a focus on identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities for sustainable development. Dedicated a year and a half to researching and consulting on water scarcity and electricity grid transformations in South Africa. Presented on the topic of water scarcity at multiple events, including interviews on radio and TV. Planned and executed a workshop bringing together water scarcity experts to collaborate on solutions. Delivered engaging and informative International Futures (IFs) training sessions to participants at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to leverage the power of IFs in their work. Additionally, provided expert consulting services to help clients apply IFs to a variety of real-world challenges and decision-making contexts. Show less



Institute for Security Studies

• Research Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Consultant

  • Mar 2014 - Jul 2014

  Co-authored research papers with Dr. Jakkie Cilliers, the executive director of the ISS, on key topics such as the potential water crisis facing South Africa and future conflict in Africa. Conducted in-depth event data analysis and conflict forecasts to support the research. Training and Consulting: Provided comprehensive training on the use and implementation of the IFs system to Dr. Jakkie Cilliers, Dr. Julia Schünemann, the Senior Researcher and Project leader of the Innovation Section/African Futures Project, and various other departments of the ISS. Show less