Women in Data Tech Talk - The many facets of working with & in Data

There is absolutely no doubt about the potential of big data in changing the way we will do work and life in the next coming years. From Artificial Intelligence to Machine Learning to Analytics, there seems to be an abundance of trajectory. One can potentially charter in data if that is what fuels their creativity.

If you are wondering how to evolve your career in the field of Data, our speakers in this meetup will take you on a journey of what they do in their respective roles and how they found themselves there. You will also get a glimpse of what Get Your Guide is working on in their data team.

SPEAKERS

Christina Jenkins - Data Scientist at N26
Talk - From Academia to data science- My stumbling journey towards Success

CJ is a data scientist at N26, a leading mobile-only bank based in
Berlin with over 2 million customers. Her current focus is using
machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance customer
experience, helping N26 on its journey to becoming the smart bank
which customers love to use. Prior to N26, CJ spent 12 years working in
academia, researching the evolutionary processes that drive
parasites to adapt to organisms. Her experiences in academia lend a
fresh perspective when considering how machine learning can be
utilized in banking.

Maria Meier - CTO and Cofounder at Phantasma
Talk - From Engineer to founder in AI

Maria is a Software Engineer with a focus on big databases and distributed systems. Previously she worked at Oracle and various startups in Berlin. Now CTO and Co-founder at a self-driving simulations startup, with a mission to contribute to the future of self-driving cars.

Anna Barnett - Senior Data Analyst at GetYourGuide
Talk - The Joy of Funnel Analysis

Anna Barnett is currently focusing on product analytics and enabling her organisation to take action based on data. Her day-to-day work involves exploring big datasets, A/B testing, funnel analysis, and deep-dives into customer behavior and other strategic topics. Prior to joining GetYourGuide in 2015, she served as a Product Manager at Nestlé, the world's largest food and beverage company. Her educational background is in Quantitative Methods in Economics. In her free time, Anna enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, and cinema.

Agenda :

Schedule - Agenda

18:30 - 7:00 pm Arrival - Get a drink and snack

7:00 - 7:10 pm Introduction and welcome to Get Your Guide

7:10 - 7:25 pm Welcome and group purpose - Kave Bulambo

7:30 - 8:00 pm From Academia to data science- My stumbling journey towards Success - CJ

8:00 - 8:30 pm The Joy of Funnel Analysis - Anna Barnett

8:30 - 9:00 pm From Engineer to founder in AI - Maria Meier

9:00 - 10:00pm - Networking