John Meakin

John Meakin is a highly experienced data scientist currently serving as a Senior Staff Data Scientist at Meta since July 2021, where significant contributions include optimizing experiment result production to reduce costs by 5% and leading cross-organizational collaborations. Prior to Meta, John held the position of Lead Statistician at Vrbo, where standardization of A/B testing practices enhanced data reliability and implemented advanced alert systems. Previous roles at Expedia Group involved transforming statistical methodologies and mentoring across the organization. John's earlier experience includes research roles at the American Institutes for Research, educational positions at the University of Colorado, and foundational research as a Visiting Student Researcher. John holds a Master's degree in Economics from the University of Colorado Boulder, having completed a Bachelor's degree in Economics with a Math minor at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.