Skomantas achieved a First Class degree in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen. He was subsequently awarded a scholarship to do a Masters of Research in Psychology at the same university.
After 5 years of quantitative research in the field of human behaviour and cognition, Skomantas become interested in applying his analytical skills to solve real world business problems which led him to join the Data School.
Skomantas enjoys cooking, travelling, and several different sports, including running, rock climbing, basketball, and cycling.