Nataliya is a passionate Pythonista, a seasoned data science professional, and a mathematician at heart and by training. She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Waterloo and brings a deep analytical mindset to her work at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in Toronto. Beyond her role in Data Science, she teaches mathematics to gifted students. She firmly believes in the importance of supporting young bright minds in their learning journey of mathematics by keeping them constantly challenged and empowered with problem-solving skills.