Spencer Nelle, CFA

Spencer Nelle, CFA has a strong background in data science and analysis, with a focus on fraud detection and risk management. Spencer is currently working at Klarna as a Data Science Manager, leading a team of data scientists. Prior to this, they held the position of Senior Data Scientist at Klarna, where they contributed to the development and implementation of fraud detection models.

Before joining Klarna, Nelle worked at Citi for several years, starting as a Data Analyst in 2012. Spencer then progressed to the role of Senior Data Analyst and eventually became a Data Scientist. In their role as a Data Scientist, Nelle designed and led the implementation of fraud detection models to identify instances of firm Front Running activity. These models significantly improved productivity by reducing false positives and maintaining accuracy on fraudulent cases.

Nelle's earlier experience includes internships at Dynalene and Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, where they gained valuable industry exposure and practical skills. Overall, their work experience demonstrates their expertise in data analysis, model development, and risk management in the financial sector.

Spencer Nelle, CFA has a diverse education background. Spencer obtained a B.S. in Bioengineering from Lehigh University in 2010 and went on to complete their M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution in 2012. In 2016, Spencer attended The Data Incubator to further their knowledge in Data Science. Additionally, they achieved the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder certification from the CFA Institute in October 2017. Spencer also holds the title of Program Graduate from The Data Incubator.