Eric Wong

Eric Wong has a diverse work experience in data science, analytics, and actuarial consulting. Eric is currently the Head of Data Science at TextNow, where they lead a team responsible for analysis, measurement, data products, and research. During their time at TextNow, they played a crucial role in driving the user base growth by 250% and revenue growth by 160%.

Prior to TextNow, Eric worked at KIXEYE as a Senior Data Scientist, where they overhauled LTV models and developed tools for performance marketing operations. Eric also managed analytics and user acquisition product initiatives.

Before that, Eric was a Senior BI Analyst at Machine Zone, where they built the analytics foundation for the company and provided strategic recommendations for the launch of Game of War: Fire Age. Eric also introduced A/B testing as a means of measuring feature impact.

Eric's earlier experiences include working as a Business Intelligence Team Lead at Idle Games, where they managed analytics infrastructure and provided recommendations to different verticals within the company. Eric also worked as a Metrics Analyst at Gazillion Entertainment, where they built reports and presented key insights for game design.

Eric started their career as an Actuarial Consultant at Hewitt Associates, where they developed actuarial models, performed valuations, and provided advice for pension clients. Eric also co-founded Ledova, a professional social application, and worked as an Actuarial Intern at Manulife (International) Ltd. and a Market Data Researcher at ACNielsen.

Overall, Eric Wong has a strong background in data science, analytics, and actuarial consulting, with a proven track record of driving growth and providing strategic recommendations.

Eric Wong completed their Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Actuarial Science at The University of Hong Kong from 2004 to 2007. In 2005 to 2006, they also attended University of Toronto - New College, although the specific degree and field of study are not mentioned. Apart from their academic achievements, Eric obtained additional certifications including Triplebyte Certified Generalist Software Engineer from Triplebyte in August 2020, Machine Learning from Stanford University in December 2013, and Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) from the Society of Actuaries in May 2009.