Nick Handel

Nick Handel is a prominent figure in the data analytics and engineering field, currently serving as the Director of Product at dbt Labs.1 His career journey has been marked by significant contributions to the development of semantic layer technology and data infrastructure.

Professional Experience

Nick's professional path includes:

dbt Labs:

• Joined as Director of Product in February 20231
• Focuses on building dbt's Semantic Layer1

Transform:

• Co-founder and CEO from August 2019 to February 20231
• Led the company to raise $25 million in funding
• Developed foundations for next-generation semantic layers
• Transform was acquired by dbt Labs in February 20232

Branch International:

• Head of Data from April 2018 to April 20191
• Built credit and fraud models
• Managed a team of data scientists and infrastructure engineers

Airbnb:

• Product Manager, Data Platform from March 2017 to April 20181
• Data Scientist from July 2014 to March 2017
• Contributed to the launch of Airbnb Experiences
• Designed data architecture and developed machine learning models

Achievements and Recognition

• Recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 in 20181
• Significantly improved Airbnb's machine learning applications and reduced model building time

Education and Skills

Nick attended the University of California, Los Angeles.1 He has expertise in various areas of data science, including:

• Machine learning
• Data architecture
• Python and Spark programming
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Nick is passionate about various hobbies, including:

• Running
• Pottery
• Gardening
• Woodworking
• Skiing (cross-country, backcountry, and resort)3

Nick Handel's LinkedIn profile showcases his extensive experience in the data industry and his current focus on advancing semantic layer technology at dbt Labs.