Stephen Thuo

I am a self-motivated data scientist with a proven track record in sales and marketing. My unique combination of skills allows me to bring a data-driven approach to various business challenges.

I am an accomplished Data Scientist with a strong background in data analysis, visualization, and machine learning, and a proficiency in Python programming and tools such as Octoparse, Tableau, Excel, and Scikit Learn. With six years of experience in Sales and Marketing, I've honed my analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively, meet strict deadlines, and achieve business targets. My projects, including a customer churn prediction model and sentiment analysis of ePaper reviews, showcase my data-driven decision-making capabilities. I am also skilled in NLP, machine learning, and data preprocessing. Moreover, my excellent communication and presentation skills, developed during my tenure at KCB Bank and Nation Media Group, make me an effective storyteller when conveying data insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. With a commitment to staying updated on industry trends and technologies, I offer a unique combination of skills that enable me to bring data-driven solutions to various business challenges.

I hold a Data Science Certification from Moringa School, which is an intensive, hands-on experience that allowed me to develop a wide range of skills, encompassing data analysis, data preprocessing, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making. This comprehensive training has equipped me with the practical knowledge and expertise required to excel in the field of data science. Additionally, I have earned valuable professional certifications from IBM, including Data Science and Data Analyst Certifications, indicating my proficiency in data analysis, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making. These certifications, combined with my education in economics from Karatina University, provide a well-rounded educational background that underpins my expertise in data science and analytics.