In this episode, we talk to Suxi Li, the head of data analytics at Investors Business Daily in Los Angeles, California. They discuss building teams, onboarding through COVID-19, interview tips, and more. Suxi shares his background and extensive experience in data science, business insights, and market research across various industries. He also talks about how he built a centralized data and analytics department at IBD to support different divisions with reporting, analysis, and actionable insights that enable smart business decisions. The episode provides informative insights into building a successful team and utilizing data analytics for business growth. Highlights: [00:03:25] Smart Paywall project. [00:06:26] Building a Strong Data Team. [00:10:01] Budgeting for new hires. [00:14:58] Frequent team meetings. [00:21:29] Analytical thinking in interviews. [00:26:16] Investing in data analytics future. [00:28:59] New big data platform. If you would like to connect with Suxi please visit his LinkedIn profile. --- Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Tech Trek, and we would appreciate it if you would take a minute to rate and review us on your favorite podcast player. Want to learn more about us? Head over at https://www.elevano.com Have questions or want to cover specific topics with our future guests?