Taylor Wells

Product Leader

Technology Innovator

Data Enthusiast

A Passion for Products, Technology, and Their Impacts on Human Behavior

A data-focused product leader with a background in finance and consulting, and vast experience turning complex challenges into insightful revenue-generating products.

I've earned patents and awards while leading cross-functional teams at Disney, News Corp, Deloitte, and Business Insider, to ship solutions that power personalization for hundreds of millions of users, generate trusted analytics, and save millions in cloud and vendor costs.

A passion for building products that people love to use, while leveraging data, emphasizing scalability, building trust, and delivering value.

Podcasts

Sharing knowledge and insights with the community

Sub Club Podcast - Building an Effective Data Product Strategy
Sub Club Podcast
Building an Effective Data Product Strategy
How to make better decisions with data, the many pitfalls of collecting and interpreting data, and why the best executive dashboard is probably a hand-written weekly email.

Key Takeaways:

  • Balance data collection with business goals to avoid unnecessary complexity
  • Structure data early to prevent exponential cost increases later
  • Simplified insights over complex dashboards for better decision-making
RevenueCat

Apps

App coding projects I've built on the side

NYC Neighborhood News App Icon

NYC Neighborhood News

iOS App

A simple news feed aggregator to get the latest local news about things happening around The City. Choose which sources you follow, and read the news from all neighborhoods you care about without having to check each site individually. Get a cleaner view of the story, without the fluff. Just the story content and images.

Use AI on your phone to summarize the article and get the key takeaways from each. Search for keywords, headlines, or sources from the feed. Set up notifications to find out when new restaurants open or close, new events are planned for the neighborhood, or regulatory changes that could impact you are being considered.

Quite Puzzling App Icon

Quite Puzzling

TestFlight Beta

Free daily puzzle challenges!

Achievements & Impact

Recognition, leadership, and giving back to the community

Professional Achievements
Patent

Innovation Patent Holder

Recognized for groundbreaking technological innovation in user engagement tracking and ML-based data validation

Audit

Audit Innovation Leader

Product owner for Cortex, a tool for transparent and secure data extraction that was awarded 2018 Audit Innovation of the Year

Data

Cloud Data Migrations

Delivered significant cost savings through cloud infrastructure modernizations and metric store deployment

AI

Enterprise Personalization & Next-Gen Search

Led the definition, selection, and ROI justification of new features using AI across the Wall Street Journal, New York Post, Realtor, etc.

Leadership & Advocacy

Vice-Chairman of Finance & Tech Board

Leading strategic direction and governance for members of the technology and finance organizations at CenterPoint Energy

Women's Advocacy

Championing equality and opportunities in tech through hiring, promotion, and advocacy

Volunteering & Mentorship

Giving back through mentorship programs, holiday meal deliveries, and community service in NYC

Podcast & Sharing

Sharing knowledge and insights with the community via conference speaking events and podcasts

Certifications & Patents
MCSA BI Reporting Badge

MCSA - BI Analytics

Issuer: Microsoft

MIT Certification Badge

MIT Certification - FinTech & Future Commerce

Issuer: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

US Patent Office Seal

US Patent # US12118436

Automated User Application Tracking & Validation

Issuer: US Patent Office

Professional Journey

Career highlights, connections, and opportunities

Career Timeline
Key positions and achievements throughout my career

Current Leadership Role

Leading innovation initiatives and strategic technology implementations

LeadershipInnovationStrategy

Technology Innovation

Developed patented solutions and led digital transformation initiatives

PatentsDigital Transformation

Early Career Foundation

Built expertise in technology and business operations

TechnologyOperations

Notable Projects

Key projects and initiatives that shaped my career

AI @ News Corp
Artificial Intelligence Implementation

Led AI integration initiatives, transforming business processes through intelligent automation and machine learning solutions.

AI/ML
Modern Cloud Migration
News Corp / Insider

Led cloud transformation and data platform modernization, resulting in significant cost savings and improved performance.

Data Platforms
ARC
Disney Experiences

Built Disney's custom analytics interface replacing legacy BI tools, processing billions of events daily.

BI Analytics
GLIMPSE
Disney Experiences

Created innovative platform for global data insights and analytics, enabling better strategic decision making.

User Behavior & Engagement
Growth Product Strategy
Realtor.com

Developed innovative subscription models and personalization features for one of the largest real estate platforms.

Growth & Strategy
Cortex
Deloitte Consulting

Built award-winning data extraction and analysis tools for transparent, secure audit processes.

Audit Automation
AI-Powered Personalization
News Corp

Implemented AI and ML solutions for personalized content recommendations across Wall Street Journal and New York Post.

AI & ML

Passions & Interests

What drives me beyond the professional realm

Travel & Growth

Exploring new cultures, behaviors, and perspectives through travel. Building appreciation for others, and sharing the experiences with my daughters

Tech Events

Three time WWDC attendee, Snowflake Summit regular, AWS Seattle, MIT, and more - to continually learn and explore the latest technological innovations

Woodworking

From a hobby to a past side-business, I love learning new skills and building with my hands. I enjoy the meditative art of creating beautiful, functional pieces from raw materials

Tech Collection

I love exploring the evolution of design and technology, and that led to a complete collection of every iPhone model released, and an elaborate network of smart home devices

Personal Life

The people and places that matter most

Family & Relationships

I live in Battery Park with my partner, our twin daughters, and a sleepy French bulldog named Susie. The love, support, and inspiration I draw from my closest relationships fuel my passion for innovation and giving back to the community.

Family FirstLoveSupport
Hobbies & Interests

Beyond technology and data, I find joy in creative pursuits, personal growth, outdoor adventures, and continuous learning. These activities provide balance and fresh perspectives that enhance my professional work.

PhotographyOutdoorsLearning
Neighborhood & Community

Active in local community initiatives and neighborhood development. Believing in the power of local connections and the importance of contributing to the places we call home.

CommunityLocal ImpactNeighborhood
Travel Adventures

Travel opens minds and hearts. Each journey brings new perspectives, cultural understanding, and personal growth that enriches both my personal and professional life.

Cultural ExchangeAdventureGrowth