Arno Polegato

Lead Data Analyst

Professional Summary

Experienced data analyst specialising in product analytics, growth, and strategic decision-making. Currently leading transversal analytics projects within Miro's Forward Deployed Analytics unit, including the design of new licensing frameworks. Skilled in translating complex data into clear narratives that drive business outcomes.


Work Experience

Miro Mar 2022 – Present
Lead Data Analyst
  • Leading cross-functional strategic analytics projects within the Forward Deployed Analytics (FDA) unit, including new licensing model initiatives
  • Maximizing monetization through acquisition, expansion optimization and in-product flow analysis
  • Advanced predictive modelling for user journey, NRR, and customer lifetime value
  • Product lifecycle analytics: research, prioritization, experimentation and result analysis
  • Developing analysts in advanced experimentation practices (A/B testing, statistical rigour, causal inference) — recognised internally for raising the team's technical bar
  • Acting as a go-to resource for analytics best practices, fostering data literacy and evidence-based decision-making across teams
Stack: dbt, Looker, SQL, R, Python, Databricks, Bash
Blendle Nov 2019 – Mar 2022
Senior Data Analyst
  • Tracked Growth and Product KPIs through dashboard creation and automation
  • Designed new subscription infrastructure analytics across multiple payment providers
  • Built predictive models for user journey and long-term product commitment
  • User base segmentation for improved service delivery
Stack: Looker, SQL, R, Python, Bash
Hotelchamp Mar 2019 – Nov 2019
Data Analyst
  • Created and maintained partner-facing insights dashboards
  • Developed LookML models in Looker for BI users
  • Automated reporting for product KPIs and analytics
Stack: Looker, SQL, R, Python
ASCoR, University of Amsterdam Sep 2017 – May 2018
Research Assistant
  • Statistical analysis using R and SPSS for political communication research
  • Literature reviews, data collection, and research paper preparation

Skills

Technical dbt, Looker, SQL, R, Python, Databricks, Bash
Analytics Predictive modelling, A/B experimentation, dashboard automation, data storytelling
Domain Product analytics, growth analytics, monetization, licensing strategy

Education

Research Master in Communication Science
University of Amsterdam
Bachelor in Communication Science
IE University, Segovia