Alvaro Ager

Alvaro Ager has a diverse range of work experience. Most recently, they have been working at GoCardless since 2023 as a Data Manager, leading a team of 12 data professionals. Alvaro'sresponsibilities include defining technical needs, developing new features, and applying advanced statistical and data mining techniques. Prior to this, Alvaro worked at Nordigen as a Data Scientist, which was later acquired by GoCardless.

Before entering the data field, Alvaro gained experience in various industries. Alvaro served as the Head of Business Intelligence at Sonarworks, an audio technology startup, from 2018 to 2022. Alvaro also worked as a Senior Consultant in Data & Analytics Advisory at EY, where they provided analytical solutions to clients and participated in consulting pitches.

In addition, Alvaro has experience in sales and marketing. Alvaro worked as the Head of Pitch Strategy at JLL, a commercial real estate firm, from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, they set up the Marketing and Communications department at AECOM, an architectural and engineering firm, from 2014 to 2017.

Besides their work experience, Alvaro has also been involved as a Data Analytics Speaker, Lecturer, and Mentor at various institutions since 2020.

Alvaro Ager completed their Master's degree in Data Analytics from ISDI in the year 2018. During this program, their field of study focused on Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration. Prior to that, they pursued a Master's degree in Marketing Management (English) from ESIC Business & Marketing School between 2013 and 2014, with a specialization in Marketing/Marketing Management.

For their undergraduate education, Alvaro attended Universidad Pública de Navarra from 2009 to 2013, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Management & Business Administration (English/Spanish). Alvaro'sfield of study during this time was Business Administration and Management, General. In addition, they participated in the Erasmus Exchange Programme and completed a Bachelor's degree in Management & Business Administration at Univerza na Primorskem during 2011 and 2012.

Alvaro also holds relevant certifications to complement their educational background. In November 2020, they obtained the certification of Data Scientist with Python (88 hours) from DataCamp. The previous year, in November 2019, they completed the Data Analyst with Python Track (60 hours) also from DataCamp. Furthermore, they acquired the Google Analytics Individual Qualification from Google in April 2018.