Benjamin Ryan

Benjamin Ryan is a Senior Data Scientist at Spotify, where responsibilities include leading insights for the Quality Platform product area and advising on strategies to enhance client app quality through data analysis and modeling. Prior to Spotify, Benjamin served as the Director of Data Science at Columbus Sverige, focusing on developing a cloud-based data science and MLOps practice. Benjamin’s extensive background at Gallup involved roles as Senior Data Scientist, Lead Data Scientist, and Senior Predictive Analytics Consultant, utilizing advanced data science techniques to address business challenges. Earlier positions include Social Scientist for the Department of the Army, Program Director at The Aspen Institute, and Staff Writer for NOW Lebanon, demonstrating a diverse skill set in data analysis, research, and communication. Benjamin holds an MA in International Affairs from Columbia University, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics from Penn State University, and a BA in Philosophy, Computers, and Cognitive Science from Binghamton University.