
Luiz Gustavo Sereno, Ph.D
Economist • Data Science Executive
CEO at MetriCons • Manager at DZC
Turning complex data into strategic decisions
Executive Profile
Luiz Sereno is a Ph.D. Economist and data science executive specializing in econometrics, artificial intelligence, and strategic data management. His work sits at the intersection of advanced quantitative methods and executive leadership, combining econometric modeling, machine learning, statistical analysis, and large-scale data governance to solve complex economic and social challenges. Throughout his career, he has led multidisciplinary teams and high-impact analytical projects for academic institutions, governments, and private organizations.
Luiz's research spans econometrics, causal inference, machine learning, data governance, demographic and behavioral economics, climate and bioeconomy research, and evidence-based public policy.Across academia, government, and industry, Luiz is recognized for translating rigorous analytical research into strategic insights that enable better decisions, measurable impact, and lasting institutional value.
Current Positions
Project Manager — DZC/University of Pennsylvania
CEO — MetriCons
Professor — FACAMP
Researcher — CEA-UNICAMP
Co-Founder/Data Coordinator — Painel da Floresta
Awards
Areas of Expertise
Econometrics
Causal Inference
Public Policy
Bioeconomy
Data Strategy
Data Governance
Selected Experience
Data Scientist — InBehavior/Bank of Brazil (2021-2022)
Data Science Coordinator — InBehavior/Brazil Federal Revenue (2022)
Data Analyst — University of Texas at Austin (2020-2023)
Data Analyst — Impacto PLus/Vale (2021-2022)
Data Scientist — CNPq/Brazilian Ministry of Health (2020-2021)
Education
2019 - 2025
Ph.D. it economics
Universidade de Campinas (UNICAMP)
Life-course dynamics under uncertainty: Survey attrition and reproductive responses to a cash transfer program during COVID-19 in Brazil
2019-2021
Specialization in Distance Education
Virtual University of the State of Sao Paulo
Study of the accessibility of virtual learning environmental for undergraduate PwD students
2017-2018
Master in economics
Federal University of Uberlandia
Economic growth and greenhouse gas emissions: a longitudinal approach for Brazilian states between 2022 and 2015
2010-2015
Bachelor in economics
Federal University of Uberlandia