Innovation in Analytics: What It Looks Like at Amex GBT

Abstract

Curious about what innovation looks like in a real business setting? Join us as we showcase how Amex GBT’s analytics team pushes boundaries and drives impact through creative problem-solving and collaboration.

We will share real examples of how we approach challenges, the tools and techniques we use, and how our team works together to deliver results. Whether you are exploring a career in analytics, data science, or business, you will gain valuable insights into our culture and the skills that matter most.

Speakers

Ellen Forrest

Ellen is a Director of Data Science at Amex GBT, committed to advancing representation within the field. After graduating with a degree in Physics, she developed a passion for applying data science tools and techniques in business contexts to deliver recommendations and enable faster decision-making for a wide range of stakeholders.

Janasobini Vetharuban

Janasobini is a Senior Data Visualization Analyst at Amex GBT who demonstrates that career paths do not have to be linear. With a degree in Biology, she made an unconventional transition into data analytics five years ago. Since then, she has worked across multiple industries, collaborating with teams at the BBC, Jaguar Land Rover, and beyond to leverage data for innovation and impact.