Vida Gholami, PhD

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DISC Type : C

Data Management & Analytics Manager – Asset Management at SoCalGas

Los Angeles, California, United States

Overview

Vida Gholami is a Data Science & Analytics Manager at SoCalGas, specializing in AI/ML for asset optimization and data governance. With a PhD from West Virginia University and an MS from Georgia Tech, she excels in translating complex data models into actionable business strategies, drawing from extensive experience in predictive analytics and open-source programming.

Outside of her technical leadership, Vida demonstrates immense dedication to personal and professional growth. She successfully pursued her Masters degree while managing the responsibilities of a full-time job, showcasing remarkable commitment and time management skills. This drive is a core part of her character.

She was recognized for her work as a team member contributing to the estimation of oil rate and uncertainties in the "Deep Water Horizon - Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill project. "

Personality Overview

Negotiator

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Precise

They like to do things independently and don’t look for support from others.  They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms. They choose to analyze logically and value facts to emotions.

Topics They Care About

AI for Asset Optimization
Her entire career, from her PhD research to her current role at SoCalGas, focuses on using AI/ML and data-driven strategies to optimize energy assets and predict performance.
Data Governance
A key part of her strategic leadership at SoCalGas involves providing direction for asset data management and aligning data initiatives with broader enterprise goals.
Agile Methodologies
Holds both Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) and Product Owner® (CSPO®) certifications, utilizing agile frameworks to improve project efficiency and responsiveness in her teams.

Media Appearances

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Work History

7-2024
Data Management & Analytics Manager – Asset Management at SoCalGas
9-2021 - 7-2024
Principal Data Scientist | Business Intelligence Manager at SoCalGas
7-2020 - 9-2021
Project Manager II at SoCalGas
8-2018 - 7-2020
Storage Field Engineer - Underground Storage Data Management at SoCalGas
3-2015 - 8-2018
Senior Consultant at Advanced Resources International

Education

2019 - 5-2022
Master of Science - MS from Georgia Institute of Technology
2009 - 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from West Virginia University

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Insights For Selling To Vida

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘expect X% improvement’, ‘data clearly shows’ etc.
  • Tell them what ROI they can expect
  • Don’t forget to mention how you compare to competition on both features and pricing

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘others just love’ etc.
  • Don’t rush them till they have clearly gotten all the necessary information
  • Avoid pushing them too much to involve other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Vida is

  • Proven ROI, pricing and objective proof points are the factors that sway their decision.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Vida

  • They are comfortable saying no if they are convinced that it is the correct decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Vida move?

  • They are neither the fastest nor the slowest decision makers, they are somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Vida take some risk or not?

  • They can bear some risk if their analysis backs the decision.

You And Vida

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