Data Science is the craft of answering hard questions with data, often massive amounts.

Data Strategy is the art of helping organizations absorb the skills and reap the benefits of Data Science at every level.

I work with organizations of all sizes to tackle data-intensive projects. I can spearhead complex product development, provide a critical look at how you are using data, mentor staff, or assist with talent selection.

Let's get in touch and figure out how I can help you achieve your goals.

Kind Words

“ If you’re new to Data Science, you should get help from an expert. We enlisted Max to help us hit the ground running and his results have exceeded even our own high expectations! ”
- Oliver Hurst-Hiller, CTO DonorsChoose.org
“ Thank you so much for your efforts to help us put together a data team. We are so excited with the results, and we could not have done it without you. ”
- Lon Binder, Vice President, Technology,
Warby Parker

Public Work

OkTrends

OkTrends

I worked behind the scenes at OkCupid as the company's Data Scientist, leading analyses of terabytes of data. The OkTrends blog, featuring data analysis by Christian Rudder and myself, helped dramatically raise the profile of the company, leading to a doubling of revenue two years in a row.

Transit Cuts

New York Times

In a piece for the Midwest Edition of the Sunday New York Times, I analyzed the effect of the 2010 Chicago transit cuts on waiting times and late-night bus and train service. Comparing the results against Census data on race, class and public transit use, the data suggested no evidence of discrimination.

Mapping Flu Rates

Mapping Flu Rates

Dr. Vanja Dukic and I combined data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, the US Census, Google Flu Trends and other databases to investigate the connection between air travel and flu rates.