Joel O'Hair

Joel O'Hair is a distinguished professional currently serving as the Managing Director of Data Science and Analytics within KPMG's Deal Advisory and Strategy practices, where he brings a unique and advanced perspective on analytics to M&A transactions and business strategies, particularly in the technology sector.

With a decade-long track record, Joel specializes in integrating various internal and external data sources to provide comprehensive insights that enable businesses to enhance their operations. He excels in developing predictive, prescriptive, and cognitive statistical models that empower leadership to gain unprecedented insights into their current and future business landscape.

Joel O'Hair pursued his academic interests by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics from Southern Methodist University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics from Wayland Baptist University.

His career journey includes significant roles such as Director at KPMG US, where he currently serves as the Managing Director. Prior to his tenure at KPMG, Joel gained valuable experience as a Data Scientist, Analytic Solutions Architect, and Data Architect at IBM, Senior Analytic Solutions Specialist at Ping Identity, Analytic Consultant at Epsilon, and Quantitative Analyst at Crescat Capital.