Polina Reshtova, a Data Scientist at EastBanc Technologies, received her PhD in complex systems data analysis. Over the past 5 years, she has been developing machine learning algorithms and predictive analytical techniques. Today, Polina focuses on implementing iterative approaches (e.g. Minimal Viable Prediction) that break complex, challenging assumptions into small, digestible chunks that can be tested in weeks, not months. These methods minimize the time needed to garner actionable insights while maximizing user feedback loops which progressively increases the accuracy of the developed algorithms.