Thomas J WeinandyDr. Thomas J. Weinandy is a Research Economist at Upside, a digital promotions marketplace that increases the financial power of people and businesses in the real world. There he develops data-driven thought leadership at the intersection of consumerbehavior and macroeconomic trends, particularly for the grocery, fuel, and restaurant industries.

He previously worked as a Data Scientist at BlueGranite, where he integrated machine learning with business intelligence for organizations across various sectors and countries. In addition to his role as a consultant, he hosted the popular "AI in a Day with Power BI" webinar series with over 25,000 online viewers.

Dr. Weinandy received a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from Western Michigan University, an M.B.A. from Wheeling Jesuit University, and a B.A. in Spanish and Social Entrepreneurship from John Carroll University. His dissertation was on "Applied Microeconomics and Business Intelligence in the Digital Age" that analyzed novel instances of digital technology mediating economic activity. He currently resides in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. Read More Read Less