Christopher Patton

Christopher Patton spearheads initiatives to address the evolving landscape of people analytics as a manager at Facebook and an adjunct professor at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. With a robust seven-year tenure in the industry, he has honed his expertise in people analytics, contributing significantly to the field through his roles at renowned organizations such as PepsiCo and Google. At Facebook, Christopher is instrumental in leveraging data-driven insights to enhance workforce strategies and improve organizational effectiveness. His industry experience is complemented by his academic role, where he imparts practical knowledge and cutting-edge analytics techniques to students, preparing them for the dynamic challenges of the business world. His dual role in academia and industry allows him to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and real-world applications, fostering a comprehensive understanding of people analytics among his students.