Robin holds a BSc in Maths and Economics from the University of Newcastle, where he achieved an Upper Second-Class Honours. They then continued their studies at Newcastle, completing a Masters in Banking and Finance, for which they were awarded a Merit.
Robin's passion for data analytics was solidified during a data-intensive project which involved cleaning and transforming complex time-series datasets to analyse financial markets. Using RStudio, they coded a BEKK MGARCH model to test the interconnected volatilities between various cryptocurrencies and global stock indices, such as the S&P500. Furthermore, they developed ARIMA models in RStudio to forecast the future price of gold. This hands-on experience with complex modelling and forecasting cemented their desire to pursue a career in data.
Behind the numbers, Robin's ability to to communicate and find common ground with almost anyone should not be overlooked. The ability to hold a conversation well with anyone he meets shows a very high level of soft skills which can sometimes be harder to find in an area such as Data. The foundations of these skills were refined through his previous outbound telesales experience which involved calling up to 150 people a day across the UK and build a relationship and trust over the phone in minutes to sell EE products. His ability to achieve this led him to within three months, bringing in the highest sales revenue of his entire team.
Outside of work, Robin stays very active, playing football three times a week, going to the gym, and playing Padel. They also enjoy testing their knowledge at pub quizzes and watching movies at the cinema as well as socialising with friends.