Elizabeth Mannshardt, PhD, has been appointed as Vice President and Director of Statistics and Data Science at Westat as of November 2024. With her extensive experience in statistics, data science, and leadership, Mannshardt is set to enhance Westat's capabilities in delivering data-driven solutions.

Key Qualifications and Expertise

• Broad Statistical Leadership: Mannshardt has held various leadership positions within the American Statistical Association (ASA) and is recognized as an ASA Fellow.
• Extensive Professional Network: Her connections to the statistical community will further strengthen Westat's industry collaborations.

Previous Roles and Accomplishments

• National Science Foundation (NSF):
  • Directed the Statistics, Methods, and Innovation Program at the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics.
  • Led a team of survey statisticians and methodologists.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
  • Acted as the director of the Information Access and Analysis Services Division.
  • Managed public-facing programs, cloud-hosted data platforms, and national analytics initiatives.

Academic Contributions and Current Roles

• Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at North Carolina State University.
• Vice Chair of the ASA Membership Council, overseeing nine committees.

Vision for Westat

• Her appointment is expected to enhance Westat's data science and statistical capabilities.
• Mannshardt aims to bring innovative, collaborative approaches to solving complex data challenges.

Elizabeth Mannshardt’s strategic leadership and wealth of experience will play a pivotal role in driving Westat’s growth and innovation in statistics and data science. Her connections within the statistical community and focus on collaboration position Westat for continued success in delivering state-of-the-art solutions.