Scott Blum

Scott Blum serves as the VP of Analytics at Udemy, where the focus is on enhancing learning experiences through online courses. Prior experience includes a tenure at PayPal as Sr. Director, Global Head of Product Analytics & Insights, overseeing a team of over 100 professionals to improve product experiences through data-driven strategies and collaborations. Additional roles at PayPal included Director of Merchant Product Analytics & Customer Insight and Head of Mobile Commerce Strategy & Analytics. Prior to PayPal, Scott held the position of COO/CFO at BayMed Express, managing strategic and operational aspects of the business. Early career experience includes serving as Principal/Engagement Manager at Marakon, providing strategic consulting to executives, and a brief stint as an Equity Analyst at Brandes Investment Partners, LLC. Scott holds an M.B.A. in Strategy and Decision Science and a Bachelor's degree in Economics with a Concentration in Business Institutions from Northwestern University.