
George Ball
Data Scientist
George Ball is a Data Scientist at Portas, based in London. He joined Portas after four and a half years in the UK Civil Service, where he developed data science products for health policy decision-making. George holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and Analytics from Cardiff University and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester.
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George Ball is currently working as a Data Scientist at Portas in London. He is leveraging his expertise to develop innovative data science solutions that support various projects within the company. George has been focusing on creating data-driven insights and models that help inform strategic decisions and optimize processes.
Before joining Portas, George spent four and a half years in the UK Civil Service. Most recently, he worked for the Department of Health and Social Care, where he developed a range of data science products to inform health policy decision-making. His projects included geospatial analysis, text analysis, and data linkage, which played a crucial role in shaping health policies. Prior to this role, George worked for the Cabinet Office, where he led the production of a National Statistic and analyzed workforce data.
George holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and Analytics from Cardiff University. During his Master’s degree, he conducted research on football for Decision Technology Sports. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester. In his free time, George enjoys playing football, badminton, and squash.