Lior Freilich

Lior Freilich has a diverse work experience, starting with their current position as a Research Analyst at PAPAYA. Prior to this role, Lior worked as a Consumer and Market Researcher at Lior Freilich Research and as an Analyst at Better Place, an activist investment fund. They also served as a Consumer Insights and Market Researcher at Imprint, where they led analytics-based research projects and developed tailor-made strategies for digital and social media campaigns. Lior gained experience in due diligence and Know Your Customer reports as a KYC Researcher at OLR Consulting. Additionally, they worked at the Embassy of Israel as a Political Analyst and Consular Section Manager, where they wrote position papers on internal Japanese political issues. Lior's early career included serving in the Israel Defense Forces - Military Intelligence as an Information Security NCO, where they enforced information security regulations.

Lior Freilich has a diverse education history in the fields of East Asian Studies, Political Science and Government, and Data Science. In 2009, Lior began their education at Tel Aviv University, where they earned a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government and East Asian Studies in 2012.

Following their undergraduate studies, Lior pursued further education at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem from 2012 to 2015. During this period, they obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in East Asian Studies. In 2015, Lior attended the Yamasa Institute, focusing on Japanese Language studies.

In addition to formal degrees, Lior obtained various certifications related to data analysis and programming. This includes completing courses such as "The Data Scientist's Toolbox" from Coursera in 2018, and obtaining certifications in SQL and Python programming from LinkedIn and DataCamp.

Furthermore, Lior has demonstrated proficiency in Japanese language skills through their achievements in the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, obtaining the N2 level in 2018 and the N1 level in 2023.

Overall, Lior's education history showcases their dedication to acquiring knowledge in East Asian Studies, Political Science and Government, and Data Science, as well as their commitment to continuous learning and professional development in various fields.