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Ivona Contardo, Ph.D

Data Science | Machine Learning | Predictive Modeling | Data Strategy | Advanced Analytics | Generative AI

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About

Dedicated Data Science and AI Leader with over 12 years of proven success in directing, building, and empowering cross-functional teams across international markets, including the US, Canada, the UK, and South Africa. Expertise in devising data-driven product strategies and resolving intricate challenges using advanced analytics, machine learning, and generative AI. A track record of excellence in diverse industries such as fintech, marketing, transportation, telecommunication, agriculture, higher education, and academia.

Experience

Senior Director AI ML EngineeringInsightly CRM by Unbounce Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Aug 2026
Director of Data & AI ML EngineeringInsightly CRM by Unbounce Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Sep 2025 to Jul 2026
Senior Director AI ML EngineeringUnbounce Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Aug 2026
Director of Data & AI MLUnbounce Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Jul 2024 to Jul 2026
Head of Machine Learning and AIUnbounce Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Mar 2023 to Aug 2024
Director of Analytics, Data Science, and Operational ExcellenceWrk
Sep 2022 to Jan 2023
Director Data ScienceSymend Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Jul 2021 to Aug 2022
Manager of Advanced AnalyticsSymend Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Sep 2020 to Jul 2021
Senior Data ScientistSymend Basic company page — company details not listed yet
May 2020 to Aug 2020
Lead Data ScientistSymend Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Feb 2020 to Apr 2020
AI AnalystGolden Arrow Bus Services (Pty) Ltd Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Nov 2018 to Nov 2019
LecturerStellenbosch University Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Feb 2006 to Dec 2017
Writing ConsultantStellenbosch University Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Jan 2006 to Jan 2009
Visiting ResearcherUniversity of Washington
Jan 2016 to Jul 2016
Part time LecturerIMM Graduate School of Marketing Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Jun 2011 to Oct 2011
Assitant to Lead IT ArchitectBAT
Nov 2007 to Apr 2008

Education

Stellenbosch University
M.Comm Statistics, Economics
Stellenbosch University
B.Comm Statistics, Economics
Stellenbosch University
Hons B.Comm Statistics, Economics
Stellenbosch University
PhD Statistics