Leo (Leandro) Arruda Email and Phone Number

I’ve been key to advancing mortgage insurance risk assessments on the Homeowner Risking project, achieving 70% faster results and improved accuracy through advanced analytics and Databricks. I’m also helping to grow our Advanced Analytics maturity, fostering training and positioning our team as a Center of Enablement. Collaborating with IT, Architecture, and business lines, we’re delivering measurable business value, cost savings, and a better end-user experience.

Focused on leveraging Data Analytics solutions to enhance business solutions across various operational domains. My responsibilities include designing robust data architectures that support advanced analytics, fostering a data-driven culture, and implementing scalable AI solutions that drive significant business improvements. By aligning technological innovations with strategic business needs, I aim to ensure that our AI initiatives deliver tangible value and enhance overall productivity and efficiency within the organization.

Building on the vision of my team to be the central force in driving analytics advancement within the organization, my role has been pivotal in translating Advanced Analytics into actionable insights and innovations. My focus is on steering strategic outcomes, enhancing operational excellence, and forging a competitive advantage. Through a combination of leadership, expertise in data and analytics, and a commitment to innovation, I'm contributing significantly to transforming theoretical innovations into tangible results. This approach not only underscores the value of analytics in decision-making but also solidifies our standing as a key innovator in our industry.

- Acting Data Leader responsible for data strategy, data analytics roadmap, and establishing an Analytics Center of Excellence (CoE). Aligning data initiatives with business goals, driving innovation, and enhancing decision-making. Positioning CARFAX as a data-driven organization, accelerating corporate goals through data-driven insights and collaboration.- I have played a pivotal role in the creation and implementation of the strategic roadmap for the Enterprise Analytics Platform, driving its successful adoption throughout the organization.- Through my leadership, I have successfully transformed an initial BI solution and workflow into a high-performance team, leveraging modern technologies to consistently deliver exceptional results.- Taking ownership of proof-of-concept initiatives, I have championed analytics ideas that have resulted in the development of successful new data products, driving innovation and business growth.- As a leader, I spearheaded the transformation of traditional databases into a robust big data analytics solution using Azure Synapse. This initiative significantly improved data processing speed, scalability, and revenue generation for the company.- Managing a talented team of consultants and developers, I led the migration of data to Azure Synapse, created efficient data pipelines, and implemented advanced analytics tools such as Power BI. These efforts greatly enhanced data insights and decision-making capabilities.- I have excelled in translating complex requests into successful solutions, effectively meeting requirements while achieving substantial cost reductions and driving revenue growth. This accelerated the time to market for new products.Drawing upon my expertise in machine learning, I successfully managed multiple projects, applying advanced algorithms and techniques to extract valuable insights and drive informed decision-making.

- I took the lead in integrating analytics solutions across multi-channel communication projects, leveraging technology to enhance data-driven decision-making support for senior stakeholders.- As a manager, I oversaw various aspects of data analysis, including data mining, data modelling, statistical analysis, business intelligence gathering, trending, and benchmarking. This involved supporting high-priority enterprise initiatives, such as IT/product development, customer service improvement, organizational realignment, and process reengineering.- Utilizing advanced querying, visualization, and analytics tools, I effectively analyzed and processed complex datasets to extract meaningful insights.- I played a crucial role in identifying, measuring, and recommending improvement strategies for key performance indicators (KPIs) across all business areas.- Managing project initiatives, I successfully coordinated multiple vendors and integrated diverse data sources to ensure seamless execution.I led evaluations of platforms, software, and tools, conducting in-depth research on current technologies to identify business opportunities and strategic advantages.These experiences have equipped me with a strong foundation in leveraging analytics to drive data-driven decision-making, improve business performance, and foster innovation. I am eager to apply my expertise to future endeavors and contribute to the success of organizations seeking to maximize the value of their data.

- Conducted extensive research on various data-related disciplines, including Data Mining, Text Mining, Deep-Dive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pattern Intelligence, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Natural Language Processing.- Acquired proficiency in Hadoop technologies through training and practical application.- Led the design and implementation of solution architecture, data architecture, and multiple projects for small and medium-sized local companies.- Developed effective data gathering strategies to efficiently ingest data into a five-server Hadoop cluster.- Utilized Python to ingest, cleanse, analyze, and deploy several machine learning solutions, contributing to data-driven decision-making and driving business growth.These experiences have equipped me with a strong foundation in cutting-edge data technologies, solution architecture, and machine learning implementation. I am excited to leverage this expertise to drive innovation and deliver tangible results in future endeavours.

Strategic IT management, including server Hosting manager, vendor administration & strategy development.

- Managed a team of Consultants of Professionals Services, engaging in strategic planning, setting business goals, defining objectives, and initiating key initiatives.- Provided consultancy services to top-tier Brazilian companies, offering guidance on enterprise management solutions and successfully facilitating their deployment.- Delivered compelling and complex presentations to our valued customers, effectively communicating intricate concepts and solutions.- Took responsibility for the design, integration, troubleshooting, and implementation of client/server environments on a global scale, showcasing my technical expertise and leadership abilities.- Led the design, deployment, and management of Tivoli Enterprise Management products, Remedy, and BMC Patrol Software managed environments, optimizing efficiency and productivity for our clients.- Excelled in customer relationship management, leveraging strong oral and written communication skills to establish effective and impactful interactions.- Identified, communicated, and monitored financial goals and productivity targets for the group and individuals, ensuring optimal performance and accountability.- Focused on sales by enabling Professional Services Consultants and Account Management Teams to understand project management offerings, core principles, and effective sales strategies.- Increased commitment to organizational and project quality management initiatives, actively participating in internal programs that drove excellence and continuous improvement.These achievements, highlight my leadership acumen, consultancy expertise, and adeptness in managing teams and delivering successful projects. They demonstrate my commitment to driving organizational success, fostering positive relationships with clients, and upholding the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

Successfully designed and delivered secure virtualized computer solutions for major organizations such as GM, Vale and TelefonicaEarned a reputation for designing cloud deployment strategies that mitigate risk while meeting infrastructure, employee, customer and budgetary needsEnsured all systems were properly sized and tuned to provide adequate resources to meet daily requirements.

• Used quantitative data gathered to develop an understanding of customer behaviour, demographics and lifecycle.• Provided executives with analytics and decision-support tools used as the basis for reorganization, consolidation and relocation strategies.• Partnered with developers to automate manual processes, saving time and money while decreasing errors. Credited as a primary driving force behind a 5% increase in margins this fiscal year.• Collaborated with stakeholder groups across the organization to ensure business and technology alignment. Proposed solutions meeting defined specifications and needs.• Created internal best-practices documentation to server sizing and performance for solution design and architecture definitions comparison.• Performed Unix/Linux Performance Tuning and Oracle and MS SQL professional services

I was entrusted with the responsibility of supporting and expanding the ERP, Logistic, and Finance systems. This opportunity allowed me to dive deep into the intricacies of in-house solutions tailored for a Unix environment. My efforts were focused on enhancing system capabilities, ensuring operational efficiency, and adapting to evolving business needs. This experience laid the foundation for my understanding of complex software systems and their critical role in achieving organizational goals, honing my skills in creating robust, scalable solutions that drive business processes.