Jorge Vasquez

Jorge Vasquez is a seasoned leader in analytics, currently serving as the Director of Analytics at DataCamp since January 2022. In this role, he focuses on enabling data-driven decision-making, building robust data foundations, and addressing challenges related to data discoverability and lineage within DataCamp's ecosystem. He actively champions the mission of democratizing Data and AI education globally, including supporting underserved communities. datacamp+5

Before joining DataCamp, Jorge spent nearly eight years at Best Buy Canada, where he played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding their data and analytics capabilities. Starting as the first official analyst in a new team, he progressed to Senior Analytics Lead, building the first BI dashboards, implementing web analytics systems, and leading the team's ventures into data science projects like text analytics and forecasting. His journey at Best Buy reflects his ability to build and scale data functions from the ground up within large organizations. atlan

Jorge is a strong advocate for data literacy and fostering a robust data culture. He emphasizes the importance of providing accessible processes, intuitive tools, and personalized training to empower all employees, technical and non-technical, to effectively utilize data. His insights highlight the balance between technical and soft skills in analytics, the strategic advantage of diverse data teams, and effective strategies for recruiting and retaining top data talent. datacamp+2

He holds a Joint Honours in Finance and Economics from Simon Fraser University, graduating in 2013. This academic background underpins his analytical capabilities and his understanding of how data-driven insights can inform business strategy. sfu