Jessica Guo

Jessica Guo has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of data science and analytics. Jessica is currently the Head of Data Science for Pet Nutrition at Mars since 2022. Prior to this, they were the Head of Analytics Capabilities & Tooling at Wayfair from 2021 to 2022.

Jessica has a strong background in data science and analytics roles at Nike, where they worked from 2015 to 2021. Jessica served as the Director of Data Science, Director of Product Management in Advanced Analytics, and Director of Advanced Analytics in Market Sensing & Forecasting during their time at Nike. Jessica led multiple teams and projects focusing on digital demand sensing, forecasting, assortment planning, and business analytics. Jessica also played a key role in developing scalable forecasting platforms, analytical products, and implementing best practices across the organization.

Prior to Nike, Jessica gained experience at Parsons Brinckerhoff (now WSP USA) as a Senior Manager/Consultant, where they managed a team of data scientists and developers for transportation demand forecasting software development. Jessica also made technology recommendations and improved efficiency through architecture design.

Jessica's academic experience includes serving as the Director of the Transportation and Urban Systems Analysis Laboratory and Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin from 2006 to 2011. Jessica founded and directed the TUSA Laboratory, conducted research in transportation and urban planning, and collaborated with various stakeholders. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Texas at Austin, where they led software development for activity-based travel demand forecasting systems. Jessica also worked as a Research Scientist at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization of Australia (CSIRO).

Overall, Jessica Guo has demonstrated expertise and leadership in data science, analytics, and transportation research throughout their career.

Jessica Guo holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree from The University of Texas at Austin. Jessica also holds a Master's Degree in Transport and Logistics from RMIT University. Additionally, Jessica holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the University of Melbourne, Australia. Furthermore, they have obtained a certification as a Certified Analytics Professional from INFORMS. However, specific information regarding the start and end years of their education, as well as the month and year of obtaining their certification, is not provided.