Arthur A. Ferri

Lead Data Scientist at Billtrust

Arthur A. Ferri, Ph.D. has extensive work experience in various roles, primarily in finance and data science. Arthur A. is currently a Lead Data Scientist at Billtrust, where they serve as the principal financial economist and data scientist, playing a vital role in revenue forecasting. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Data Scientist at the same company, utilizing their expertise in financial economics and empirical experience to optimize business decisions.

In addition to their industry experience, Ferri has held several academic positions. Arthur A. served as an Associate Professor of Finance at Columbia Business School, where they taught an investments course to MBA students, graduate students from other schools, and executive MBA students. Arthur A. was also a Distinguished Lecturer in Finance at Texas Christian University and a Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance at NYU Stern School of Business and the University of Pittsburgh.

Ferri has also worked as a self-employed consultant, specializing in financial and marketing analytics. Their notable projects include conducting the third-line review of loss-forecasting models at a large financial institution and developing the Billtrust B2B Sales Index, a leading economic indicator.

Furthermore, Ferri has volunteered as the Treasurer, CFO, and COO for the Dial, Elm, and Cannon Club, Inc., contributing to the renovation and reopening of a building serving undergraduate students at Princeton University.

Prior to their industry and academic roles, Ferri served as a LinkedIn Group Leader for the Princeton Class of 1986, with the third highest membership among all "Class of 1986" groups on LinkedIn.

Arthur A. Ferri, Ph.D. began their education at Neshaminy Maple Point High School, where they earned their diploma in 1982. Arthur A. then went on to attend Princeton University from 1982 to 1986, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering. In their pursuit of higher education, Ferri entered the business field and completed an MBA program at Tulane University from 1987 to 1988. Arthur A. further expanded their knowledge by earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Houston, completing the program from 1989 to 1991. Continuing their academic journey, Ferri enrolled in the NYU Stern School of Business where they engaged in a Ph.D. program in Finance and International Business from 1992 to 1999, ultimately earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree.

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Timeline

  • Lead Data Scientist

    August, 2021 - present

  • Senior Data Scientist

    January, 2017