Tim Paris - CEO at Dataro
Contact Information:
- Name: Tim Paris
- Company: Dataro
- Position: CEO
- LinkedIn: [Tim Paris](https://www.linkedin.com/in/timparis)
- Website: [Dataro Author Page](https://dataro.io/author/datarotim/)
Professional Background:
- Current Role: Tim Paris is the Co-Founder and CEO of Dataro, a company focused on transforming data utilization in fundraising through advanced AI and machine learning technologies. Under his leadership, Dataro has been instrumental in enhancing the fundraising capabilities of numerous nonprofits by providing innovative data solutions.
- Expertise: Tim has a robust background in data science, cognitive neuroscience, and fundraising. He is known for his ability to integrate sophisticated statistical and analytical techniques into practical applications for nonprofit organizations.
- Previous Positions:
- Research Assistant at EMOTIV (2008)
- Clinical Research Nurse at PAREXEL International (2009)
- Writer at Concrete Playground (2010)
- PhD Candidate at The MARCS Institute (2011-2015)
- Principal Data Scientist at Bold Voyage Data Science (2014-2017)
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Cognitive Neuroscience from Western Sydney University (2011-2015)
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with concentrations in Statistics, Social Psychology, and Neuropsychological Rehabilitation from the University of Sydney (2005-2009)
- Exchange Program at University of Exeter (2006-2007)
- Secondary Education at The King's School (1999)
Notable Achievements:
- Innovative AI Integration: Tim has spearheaded Dataro’s pioneering efforts in advancing nonprofit fundraising through AI. The company’s propensity scoring and donor targeting solutions have shown impressive results, such as increased fundraising revenue and donor retention for organizations like UNICEF, Red Cross, and Greenpeace.
- Public Speaking and Thought Leadership: Tim is a recognized figure in the fundraising and data science communities. He has shared insights on the role of AI in fundraising at various events and through numerous articles on platforms like LinkedIn and Nonprofit Information.
- Publications: Tim has authored several articles that address key issues in fundraising and data utilization, including best practices for donor segmentation and the impact of machine learning.
Testimonials:
- Daniel Blucher, Data & Insights Specialist at RFDS Victoria: “We tested Dataro's propensity scores in our 2020 Tax Appeal and the results speak for themselves - we raised more funds and reduced our costs.”
- Andrew Jung, Telemarketing Manager at Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute: “With Dataro we are able to be proactive in our retention strategies instead of reactive.”
- Liesha Hanekroot, Fundraising Manager at Greenpeace: “Dataro is completely reinventing how we use data in our fundraising. These guys are one of the most exciting things to happen in the fundraising industry for years.”
- Taylor Schulz, Retention Marketing Specialist at UNICEF Australia: “Using Dataro's AI donor targeting, we've increased our revenue for direct mail appeals, and we've even been mailing fewer people.”
Upcoming Events:
- Dataro’s 2024 Recurring Giving Benchmarks Webinar: October 16, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
- Mastering Donor Retention for Long Term Success – AI in Fundraising User Group:
- US Session: November 21, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
- AUNZ Session: November 21, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm AEDT
- UK/EU Session: November 21, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm GMT
Company Information:
Dataro is headquartered in Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia, with additional offices in San Francisco, USA, and London, UK. The company is dedicated to equipping nonprofits with cutting-edge AI tools to optimize their fundraising strategies.
- US Office: Level 4, 575 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Phone: +1 (864) 920-1017
- UK Office: 10 John Street, London, WC1N 2EB. Phone: +44 7768864450
- Australia Office: 238a Riley Street, Surry Hills 2010, NSW. Phone: +61 (2) 90511513
For more information, visit [Dataro](https://dataro.io).