Suganya Balakumar, Ph.D — Data Scientist

I’ve always been fascinated by patterns - how people make decisions, how processes take shape, and how a small change can create a big ripple. My journey started in academia, where I earned a PhD in Economics and spent a few years teaching. I loved diving deep into ideas and helping others see connections they hadn't noticed before. Over time, my curiosity led me toward the world of data and the stories hidden within it. For the past few years, I’ve been working in data science. I helped teams find clarity in complex processes, uncover insights, and build better ways of working. Currently, I work with the Mobility and Loyalty team, working hands-on with customer data. It’s a role that combines what I enjoy most: analytical thinking, problem-solving, and understanding human behavior. Beyond work, I’m passionate about writing, behavioral economics, and exploring how data and decisions intertwine. I believe that good data science isn’t just about numbers — it’s about asking the right questions, telling the right stories, and creating real impact. I'm always excited to learn, share ideas, and collaborate with others who believe in the power of thoughtful change. Publications: 1. Sharma, Purvendu, Suganya Balakumar, Andy Silveira, and Mantasha Firoz. "Exploring the Nexus of Assistance-Seeking Engagement in Travel Communities: Role of Destination Knowledge and Advocacy." International Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Administration (2024): 1-26. 2. Balakumar, Suganya, and Debasish Maitra. "Do political connections or elite capture matter in access to financial services? Evidence from Indian households." Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance 39 (2023): 100840. 3. Balakumar, Suganya, Saumya Ranjan Dash, Debasish Maitra, and Sang Hoon Kang. "Do oil price shocks have any implications for stock return momentum?" Economic Analysis and Policy 75 (2022): 637-663. 4. Saini, Neha, Anjuman Antil, Angappa Gunasekaran, Kunjana Malik, and Suganya Balakumar. "Environment-social-governance disclosures nexus between financial performance: A sustainable value chain approach." Resources, Conservation and Recycling 186 (2022): 106571. 5. Balakumar, Suganya, and Subhasankar Chattopadhyay. "Skilled-unskilled wage gap without discrimination – the case of India." Applied Economics Letters 28, no. 19 (2021): 1690-1697. 6. Balakumar, Suganya, and Sukanya Das. "Investigating Household Preferences for Restoring Pallikaranai Marsh." No. 2015-126. (2015).

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Scientist with a strong background in Economics and Behavioral Analysis.

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Experience: 6 yrs 4 mos