Brandon P. Pipher
Brandon P. Pipher

Statistician/Mathematician/Data Scientist

About Me

Mathematical Statistician at the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Education
  • MS in Applied Mathematics

    Kent State University

  • BS in Mathematics

    University of Akron

Experience

  1. Supervisory Mathematical Statistician

    United States Census Bureau

    Responsibilities include:

    • Led innovative data-driven projects employing advanced statistical and machine learning methodologies for the Decennial Directorate’s (ADDC) Decennial Statistical Studies Division’s (DSSD) Sampling Branch.
    • Engaged in research and development of the methodology for the 2030 Post-Enumeration Survey (PES). Enhanced and refined coverage estimation techniques by integrating administrative records with Census data products, utilizing data-driven approaches and advanced statistical models to improve accuracy and efficiency.
    • Conducted pioneering research under the Continuous Count Study, improving population estimates for intercensal years by leveraging Census products, third-party commercial datasets, and administrative records from all levels of government through record linkage methodologies. Utilized state-of-the-art statistical learning techniques, including Log-Linear and Latent-Class modeling. Presented recent findings at the 2024 Joint Statistical Meetings and 2024 Federal Committee on Statistical Methodology.
    • Designed and implemented statistical programming and data analytics for the 2020 Post-Enumeration Survey (PES). Executed advanced feature selection techniques and developed the Inmover probability imputation model, enhancing the precision and reliability of coverage estimation for the 2020 Census.
  2. Quantitative Analyst

    Nations Lending

    Responsibilities include:

    • Collaborated with Risk Management, Compliance, and Product teams to create automated reporting, dashboards, and generate analytic insights on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monitor Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). Utilized advanced data science methodologies and statistical models to enable stakeholders with data-driven decision-making capabilities designed to optimize business efficiency.
    • Synthesized findings into high-level insights for presentation to senior management and stakeholders. Developed customized and agile reporting solutions to enhance data-driven decision-making and monitor critical performance indicators.
    • Developed and implemented time series forecasting models utilizing publicly available data to predict quarterly mortgage loan origination volume. Optimized workforce allocation and minimized operational costs by accurately forecasting mortgage volume, enabling efficient resource management.
    • Applied Natural Language Processing (NLP) to extract novel insights into the mortgage life cycle, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing closing times through advanced machine learning techniques

Education

  1. MS in Applied Mathematics

    Kent State University

    My studies included measure-theoretic probability and statistical computing.

    My research was on regression methods to induce sparsity, with a focus on non-convex methodologies.

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  2. BS in Mathematics

    University of Akron

    My studies included topics in real analysis and abstract algebra.

    • Member of Phi Sigma Alpha: Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences Scholastic Honorary Society
    • Member and Treasurer of Pi Mu Epsilon: Mathematics Honorary Society (Ohio Nu Chapter)