Michael Ponton

Michael Ponton is a Lecturer in the Information Systems department at the Paul Merage School of Business, University of California, Irvine. He brings extensive industry experience in data analytics and business intelligence to his academic role.

His educational background includes a BA and MA in Economics from California State University, Fullerton, with a focus on Finance during his graduate studies.

Michael's research and professional interests center on Economics, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, and Advanced Analytics. He specializes in statistical modeling, market research, data visualization, and business intelligence solutions. His expertise lies in transforming complex data into actionable insights through reporting and visualization tools.

He is proficient in Alteryx, Tableau, Roambi, and Excel, and has over 14 years of experience in analytics, including 12 years as Director of Analytics at Competitive Analytics. His work emphasizes solving complex business problems and communicating analytical results effectively to diverse audiences.

Michael Ponton advises on analytical methodologies and project management but no information is available about student advising, grants, awards, or publications.