Arinjita Bhattacharyya is an early-career statistician working as a senior scientist in the biostatistics and research decision sciences division at Merck & Co.

Tackett became a member of the ASA in 2015, but when she joined the Section on Statistics and Data Science Education in 2019, she met statistics educators like her who shared a common goal: provide enthusiastic learning experiences for all students.

Anja Zgodic initially appreciated the ASA for its networking opportunities, but has now become a passionate member of the Committee on Statistics and Disability.

Erin Chapman appreciates the ASA’s learning opportunities, but also the opportunities to volunteer and advocate for statisticians and data scientists with disabilities.

Fanni Natanegara says, “Through ASA, I feel a sense of belonging and a sense that I am part of something bigger … so, I am hooked!”

Matt Hayat says, “My career path as a collaborating biostatistician and statistics educator has brought me much meaning and joy, and the ASA has been a central thread throughout.”

Claire Kelling joined the ASA in graduate school and had an invaluable experience at the Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference in 2017, which sparked her association engagement.

Jing Cao joined the ASA in the middle of her graduate program in 2003. Throughout her journey, she has worked with enthusiastic and talented people and discovered the ASA has her back.

D. Anthony Miles is the chief executive officer and founder of Miles Development Industries Corporation. Read about his eclectic path to ASA membership.

Jana Asher’s career has been colorful and varied, but she says she knows the ASA will be there no matter what comes next.