Our Story

It all began in a bustling university lab back in 2008. Surrounded by stacks of research papers and the hum of computers, we found ourselves captivated by the limitless possibilities of data. Studying data mining wasn't just an academic pursuit—it was a gateway to uncovering stories hidden within numbers and patterns.

Our journey took us through the world of quantitative engineering, where we delved deep into financial data and witnessed firsthand how insightful analysis could empower investors and reshape markets. During our time at Morningstar, we further refined our expertise in financial research. Later, as a data engineering manager at a leading software company, we honed our skills in building robust systems that could handle vast amounts of information with precision and reliability.

Yet, throughout our careers, a recurring challenge stood out: valuable data was abundantly available, but accessing and making sense of it was often complicated and time-consuming. We saw businesses and individuals alike spending countless hours trying to drill down, map, and clean data—time that could have been better spent on innovation and decision-making.

That's when the idea for Datahood.ai was born.

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Harry Tan

Chief Data Architect

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Shirley Xu

Chief Product Officer

We envisioned a one-stop platform where high-quality, ready-to-use U.S. Census data by zip code was accessible to everyone—from seasoned data analysts to small business owners and community planners. We wanted to take the heavy lifting out of data preparation, so you could focus on what truly matters: extracting insights and making impactful decisions.

Our mission is rooted in our passion for data and a desire to make it approachable and useful for the 80% of users who need it but shouldn't have to wrestle with its complexities. We've poured our years of expertise in data science, engineering, and machine learning into creating a resource that's both powerful and easy to navigate.

But beyond the numbers and technology, this endeavor is deeply personal to us. We believe that data has the power to bring smiles—to illuminate opportunities, solve problems, and spark innovation. It's about the joy of discovery and the satisfaction that comes from turning raw information into meaningful action.

At Datahood.ai, we're more than just data providers; we're your partners in exploration. We're here to support your journey, to save you time, and to share in the excitement that comes from uncovering new insights.

This is our story, but it's just the beginning. We invite you to be a part of it.

Join us, and let's make data work for you—simply, effectively, and with a smile.