Bo Hu, PhD

Bo Hu, PhD, is a results-driven Data Science Manager with a strong passion for leveraging AI/ML insights to boost business success. Currently serving as the Director of Advanced Analytics at ConocoPhillips, Bo leads a talented team of data scientists and oversees the development and execution of data solutions that deliver measurable results and generated value for organizations. By combining technical expertise with a business mindset, Bo enables the team to translate complex data into actionable insights, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions that optimize performance and drive growth.

Bo's key strengths lie in Data Science Leadership, Data Strategy and Insights, Business Acumen, Project Management Excellence, and Communication and Influence. Bo has a proven track record of building and managing high-performing data science teams, cultivating an environment that fosters innovation and continuous learning. With a deep understanding of data analytics, statistical modeling, and AI/ML techniques, Bo uncovers hidden patterns and trends, enabling organizations to make data-driven decisions. Bo excels in bridging technical complexities with business objectives, ensuring that data science initiatives align with strategic goals and generate tangible value and competitive advantage. Bo's project management skills, coupled with excellent communication abilities, allow for the successful oversight of end-to-end project lifecycles and effective conveyance of complex data concepts to diverse audiences, fostering a data-driven culture throughout organizations.

Bo Hu pursued a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alberta and holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University. Bo's impressive professional journey includes roles such as Director of Advanced Analytics, Director of Data Science, Staff Data Scientist, Data Scientist Advisor, Senior Data Scientist at ConocoPhillips, Senior Research Scientist, Post-doc Research Fellow, and Lecturer at the University of Alberta, alongside serving as a Senior Research Scientist at Schlumberger and holding the position of Consultant/Technical Advisor at Gennux Microsystems Corp.