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Stephen Hill is an Associate Professor of Data Analytics in the Department of Economics, Finance and Quantitative Analysis at the Brock School of Business, Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. He is also the founder of Illumined Analytics, LLC, an analytics education and consulting firm.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Operations Management, University of Alabama (2008)
Research Interests:
Dr. Hill’s research focuses on the application of analytics techniques across a wide range of domains. His primary areas include:
- Sports Analytics: Especially in-game win probability models for sports like Canadian football and college football.
- Supply Chain Analytics: Optimization and modeling in logistics and operations.
- Education Analytics: Assessing learning outcomes, flipped classroom effectiveness, and use of technology in teaching.
- Healthcare Analytics: Applying data-driven methods to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.
He has published extensively in journals such as the Journal of Business Analytics, focusing on both methodological innovation and practical applications. His 2022 article on win probability models for Canadian football is a notable contribution to sports analytics.
Teaching and Professional Contributions:
Dr. Hill teaches courses in Advanced Data Analytics and Sports Analytics at Samford University. He has developed and led training programs through Illumined Analytics, LLC, offering analytics education and consulting services to a broader audience. He has also taught internationally and is actively involved in curriculum development for data analytics in business schools.
Personal Interests:
Beyond academia, Dr. Hill is an avid traveler and photographer. As of August 2024, he has visited 57 countries with a goal of reaching 100. He also enjoys college football and integrates his passion for sports into his research and teaching.
