Kelly Smith Email & Phone Number

Beaverton, Or, Us

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

* Created PowerBI data visualizations and dashboards for finance executives and analysts, and non-finance business users* Built curated and secured finance data models, integrating multiple enterprise and other data sources using PowerBI Datamarts, Dataflows and other PowerPlatform tools* Sped time to insights by developing complex PowerBI DAX measures, business logic and dashboard interactions * Improved reporting timeliness, efficiency and accuracy using PowerAutomate and… Show more * Created PowerBI data visualizations and dashboards for finance executives and analysts, and non-finance business users* Built curated and secured finance data models, integrating multiple enterprise and other data sources using PowerBI Datamarts, Dataflows and other PowerPlatform tools* Sped time to insights by developing complex PowerBI DAX measures, business logic and dashboard interactions * Improved reporting timeliness, efficiency and accuracy using PowerAutomate and PowerApps * Contributed thought leadership for the development of a Finance Analytics Suite, including scope, timing, and resource needs; best practices for data modeling, governance and security; and building self-service capabilities for finance and business users* Created and led data visualization best practices workshops* Consulted with finance teams to enhance their data visualization and PowerBI capabilities * Work products included dashboards, analytical tools, and presentation visualizations for P&L analysis by brand, channel and region; financial forecast accuracy; cost center management; customer profitability; cash conversion cycle metrics; executive-level KPI reporting Show less

Remote Based In Vancouver, Washington, United States

* Conceptualized the development and implementation of the enterprise's Tableau-based Visual Analytics practice* Created a Center of Excellence to define and encourage data visualization and Tableau best practices, and to promote an internal Tableau user community* Curated multiple enterprise-level data models and related Tableau data sources to ensure secure, reliable, highly performant, source-of-truth data for analysts* Created multiple interactive dashboards, analytical tools… Show more * Conceptualized the development and implementation of the enterprise's Tableau-based Visual Analytics practice* Created a Center of Excellence to define and encourage data visualization and Tableau best practices, and to promote an internal Tableau user community* Curated multiple enterprise-level data models and related Tableau data sources to ensure secure, reliable, highly performant, source-of-truth data for analysts* Created multiple interactive dashboards, analytical tools, and templates for business divisions* Managed Tableau Server administration and collaborated with IT to implement upgrades, and monitor and optimize Tableau Server performance* Implemented Tableau Catalog for data governance and data lineage tracking Show less

Vancouver, Wa

* Led a team of Tableau analysts/developers to deliver interactive reporting, dashboards and analytical tools to senior leaders and business users across the enterprise* Created interactive visualizations to track key metrics* Developed tools to explore trends, drivers, and anomalies, leading to the discovery of high-value levers for change * Collaborated with directors and managers to make data-driven decisions, and to track and report outcomes * Curated Tableau data sources… Show more * Led a team of Tableau analysts/developers to deliver interactive reporting, dashboards and analytical tools to senior leaders and business users across the enterprise* Created interactive visualizations to track key metrics* Developed tools to explore trends, drivers, and anomalies, leading to the discovery of high-value levers for change * Collaborated with directors and managers to make data-driven decisions, and to track and report outcomes * Curated Tableau data sources for Tableau Server, allowing business users to perform analyses with efficient, source-of-truth enterprise data * Created an Analytics Portal for Tableau Server to display summary metrics and to serve as a landing page and navigation tool for content* Built organizational capacity and enablement for Tableau by mentoring and training analysts and end-users, acting as a help desk, and providing guidance for analytics and data visualization best practices Show less

Portland, Oregon, United States

* Consulted with executives and business units, using data to identify and explore opportunities for improving quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction* Developed key metrics and benchmarks to monitor performance and improvement efforts* Created analytical models to visualize the impact of programs and processes on consumer experience* Drove enterprise adoption of Tableau and led implementation and enablement on the business side* Developed and deployed the first complex… Show more * Consulted with executives and business units, using data to identify and explore opportunities for improving quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction* Developed key metrics and benchmarks to monitor performance and improvement efforts* Created analytical models to visualize the impact of programs and processes on consumer experience* Drove enterprise adoption of Tableau and led implementation and enablement on the business side* Developed and deployed the first complex dashboards and analytical tools using Tableau Desktop and Server, including connecting to data from multiple source systems* Taught colleagues to use Tableau, and shared data visualization best practices Show less

Portland, Oregon Area

* Performed research, analysis and reporting for a wide variety of clients in the public, private and nonprofit sectors* Analyzed data related to economic impacts, financing, operations, social programs, education, workforce development, and public policy* Wrote reports and designed graphics and presentations that clearly conveyed the meaning of complex technical information* Developed interactive data visualizations using Tableau and Excel* Managed all aspects of projects… Show more * Performed research, analysis and reporting for a wide variety of clients in the public, private and nonprofit sectors* Analyzed data related to economic impacts, financing, operations, social programs, education, workforce development, and public policy* Wrote reports and designed graphics and presentations that clearly conveyed the meaning of complex technical information* Developed interactive data visualizations using Tableau and Excel* Managed all aspects of projects, including proposals, work plans, budgets, schedules, final reports and presentations Show less

Portland, Oregon

For the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Health & Human Services, analyzed demographic trends and long-term transportation needs for senior and disabled people, estimated transportation funding needs through 2030, and proposed funding options for consideration in the 2009 legislative session.

Portland, Oregon

Served as administrator and finance manager for the board of directors of People for Improvement of Education, the state’s largest political action committee. Ensured compliance with campaign finance laws and government reporting requirements, prepared financial reports and materials for board meetings, and worked closely with board members and senior administrators. Served as administrator for the Legislative Advisory Committee and the Congressional Advocacy Team. Created materials supporting… Show more Served as administrator and finance manager for the board of directors of People for Improvement of Education, the state’s largest political action committee. Ensured compliance with campaign finance laws and government reporting requirements, prepared financial reports and materials for board meetings, and worked closely with board members and senior administrators. Served as administrator for the Legislative Advisory Committee and the Congressional Advocacy Team. Created materials supporting adopted policy positions. Planned and staffed key events at the bi-annual political convention attended by more than 1,000 teachers, staff and political leaders. Coordinated the legislative candidate recommendation process and created publications about candidates and ballot measures affecting OEA members. Show less

Pasadena, California

*Performed strategic, financial, and market analysis for the Southern California Region, which had 2.1 million members, and included 10 hospitals and associated medical offices*Consulted with client departments and committees to determine their needs and develop work plans*Evaluated the financial impact of operational changes and high-cost capital investments, and analyzed the benefits and costs of alternatives for providing medical services, equipment and facilities by creating complex… Show more *Performed strategic, financial, and market analysis for the Southern California Region, which had 2.1 million members, and included 10 hospitals and associated medical offices*Consulted with client departments and committees to determine their needs and develop work plans*Evaluated the financial impact of operational changes and high-cost capital investments, and analyzed the benefits and costs of alternatives for providing medical services, equipment and facilities by creating complex spreadsheet models in Microsoft Excel*Managed the development of the annual capital equipment and remodel budget for all Kaiser Permanente facilities in Southern California*Performed a high-profile cost-benefit analysis for a proposed $20 million dollar medical center*Presented written and oral findings and recommendations to senior managers, including the CEO and CFO, and client departments Show less

Portland, Oregon

*Performed financial, economic and policy analysis for clients in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors*Wrote project reports and winning proposals*Defined and managed project scopes, work plans, timelines, and budgets

Master’S Degree, Public Administration, Emphasis In Policy Analysis And Program Evaluation

Activities and Societies: Public Administration Student Association (PASA), New Leadership Oregon

B.A., Economics, Sociology