Josh VanderLeest
Manager of Data Analytics in People Analytics at Progressive Insurance
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Join us with Josh, Manager of Data Analytics in People Analytics at Progressive Insurance, to chat about advancing People Analytics careers, leveraging generative AI, developing code-based reporting, and advocating for open source tools within large organizations.
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Josh VanderLeest
Manager of Data Analytics in People Analytics at Progressive Insurance
Josh is a Manager of Data Analytics in People Analytics at Progressive Insurance. Since joining the company, he has progressed through roles as a Data Analyst, Supervisor, and Manager. In his role, Josh leads a team conducting research, surveying, and doing data analysis—including AI initiatives—to support HR and the business. He utilizes tools like R, Python, SQL, and Tableau to provide analytical insights and reporting.
Before joining Progressive Insurance, Josh was a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Consulting Associate at The University of Akron, where he taught introductory psychology courses and contributed to organizational research projects. He holds a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from The University of Akron.
Before joining Progressive Insurance, Josh was a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Consulting Associate at The University of Akron, where he taught introductory psychology courses and contributed to organizational research projects. He holds a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from The University of Akron.