Aoi Minamoto
Fremont, CA, *****
+1-206-***-**** *************@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS
An accomplished data scientist with advanced data modeling and predictive analytics expertise, experience spans developing AI-based platforms and enhancing digital transformation initiatives. Successfully led projects to optimize manufacturing ef- ficiencies and reduce educational costs through innovative solutions. Committed to applying robust data analysis techniques to drive insightful decisions and contribute meaningfully to the organization's success in a data-driven landscape. EDUCATION
Indiana University Jan 2021 - May 2023
Master of Science, Data Science Bloomington, IN, USA
• GPA: 3.7/4.0
Keio University Apr 2007 - Mar 2009
Master of Arts, Economics Tokyo, Japan
• GPA: 3.7/4.0
Liaoning Normal University Sep 2000 - Jun 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Japanese Education Dalian, Liaoning, China
• GPA: 3.6/4.0
• Achievements: Graduated with Honors
Work Experience
7EDU Impact Academy Feb 2025 - Present
Data Scientist, AI Platform Design, Project Management Cupertino, CA, USA
• Developed tools to enhance online learning experiences. Designed an AI platform for college applications using 10 years of training data.
• Utilized Python, SQL, and database design to develop user-friendly interfaces and taught HCI classes, enhancing students' understand- ing of UI/UX design principles
Panasonic Energy Corporation North America (PECNA Kansas) Dec 2023 - Jul 2024 Data Supervisor (Lead of Data Scientist and Data Engineer, Ontology) Kansas KS, USA
• Led the digital transformation by creating industry terminology applications for PC and mobile, which improved manufacturing efficiency by 20 times and reduced FMEA process time by 28 hours a week
• Led the design and development of data analysis routines and algorithms used to manage the operating efficiency of Lithium Battery Lines.
• Facilitated cross-divisional teams and served as a Japanese interpreter, enhancing project communication and collaboration efficiency between technical and administrative staff.
• Utilized software such as Palantir, Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, and AWS to streamline data processes and enhance data-driven decision-making
Almoji LLC Jul 2023 - Dec 2023
Principal Data Scientist, Marketer, Patent Co-Inventor Palo Alto, CA, USA
• Developed a Utility patent-pending Human-Robot Interaction kit, reducing STEM education costs by 50% from the traditional embedded device.
• Applied data science techniques using Python and SQL to create solutions that improved data processing efficiency and accuracy
• Utilized Python, SQL, and IoT device design to enhance user interface and user experience, leading to more intuitive and user-friendly applications
Robot-House Lab, AI Center of Indiana University Aug 2022 - May 2023 Research Assistant, Human Robot Interaction, NLP for Japanese and English Bloomingto, IN, USA
• Developed an NLP methodology to analyze Japanese language and evaluate its sentiment score, enhancing the understanding of user emotions and improving sentiment analysis accuracy
• Received the 'Outstanding Research Award' from Indiana University for significant contributions to NLP research, demonstrating excellence in developing innovative methodologies
• Utilized Python and NLP tools for Japanese to create detailed reports, improving data-driven decision-making processes Publicis Groupe Jan 2020 - Jul 2022
Digital Marketing Analytics & Data Strategist at CRM Tokyo, Japan
• Utilized Python and SQL for data mining to extract users' digital campaign participation data, enhancing campaign targeting strategies
• Analyzed how the retail brand engaged with their users monthly, by Google Analytics. Helped brand optimize their communication strategies by analyzing social media (LINE) advertising conversion rate to raise sales.
• Identified patterns and opportunities in complex datasets using statistical methods and machine learning algorithms, leading to data-driven decision-making
• Designed and optimized databases using Python and SQL, improving data retrieval efficiency and supporting analytics projects HAKUHODO Advertising Company May 2017 - Jan 2019
Data Analyst, Digital Marketer Tokyo, Japan
• Interpreted advertising delivery data to design strategies that increased conversion rates for advertisers. Used logistic regression to optimize user experiences, attracting customers to specific features. Helped a glasses frame client achieve a 20% conversion rate increase by analyzing user journeys in web advertising with Python
• Acquired data from primary and secondary data sources, maintained database and design tables, and optimized SQL query efficiencies by 10% speed up in one year with the data engineer team.
• Utilized Python, SQL, and Tableau for database management and data analysis, enhancing data-driven decision-making processes Tokyo Ota Government, Department of Industry Promotion Apr 2015 - Mar 2017 Data Analyst, Industry Researcher Tokyo, Japan
• Designed and created a small business matching database for Ota ward, enhancing local businesses' ability to connect and expand internationally
• Generated reports and visualized data with key metrics to facilitate strategic decisions for policymakers.
• Utilized Python, SQL, and Excel tools to streamline data analysis processes, improving efficiency and accuracy in reporting Keio University Apr 2009 - Mar 2012
Teaching Assistant at the Graduate School of Economics Tokyo, Japan Researched small business finance, taught assistant in industry economics and Chinese economy. Startup Projects
Stealth Startup Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
HIVERY Tokyo Tokyo, Japan
• As a Data Analyst at HIVERY Tokyo, applied advanced analytics to refine algorithms, directly impacting client ROI by optimizing product placements through data-driven decisions.
• Analyzed Chatbot Facebook marketing performances, revised B2B promotion solutions to raise lead generation by 30% for sales team.
• Built dashboard at Tableau to facilitate client's management. PUBLICATION & AWARDS
• Aoi Minamoto, Zitao Zhang . Aimoji, an affordable interaction kit that upcycles used toy as companion robot.. Companion of the 2023 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction (HRI '23 Companion), March 13 - 16, 2023, Stockholm, Sweden. ACM, New York, NY, USA, 4 pages.
• Aoi Minamoto, Zitao Zhang. AICount-Based Novel Experience Design in Risk Detection Agent For Quality Of Life Impaired Elderly 2023.
• Aoi Minamoto, Zitao Zhang. AiShine, a Motion Triggered Experience Design for Emotion Expression. (preprint) 2023
• Coauthor in charge of Chapter 12, Douyukan, March 1, 2014, Tokyo, Japan. Inductive Development of Chinese Industry Theory.