Stephen Klosterman

Stephen Klosterman is an accomplished scientist with a focus on data science and machine learning, currently serving in a science and technology role at The International Small Group and Tree Planting Program (TIST) since February 2024. Prior to this, Stephen held senior data scientist positions at Tala and contributed as principal scientist at Earthshot Labs. Stephen's experience spans across various organizations, including CVS Health, where impactful machine learning models were developed to reduce hospital readmissions and optimize outreach efforts. Holding a PhD in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology from Harvard University, Stephen has a robust background in research, data analysis, and teaching in diverse scientific fields, supported by degrees from Stanford University and the University of Cincinnati in civil and environmental engineering. Noteworthy accomplishments include presenting findings at multiple conferences, leading teams in data science projects, and developing models that significantly enhance predictive accuracy and operational efficiency.