Leon Gordon Email & Phone Number

Milton Keynes, Gb

Milton Keynes, Gb

London, Gb

Boston, Ma, Us

Sunnyvale, Ca, Us

As a LinkedIn Learning Instructor specialising in Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI), I am dedicated to creating and delivering high-quality educational content that empowers learners to advance their careers in data and AI. My role involves developing comprehensive courses, engaging with the learner community, and continuously updating course materials to reflect the latest industry trends.Key Achievements:- Expert Content Development: Created and delivered high-impact courses that received positive feedback and high engagement from learners.- Curriculum Innovation: Developed innovative and comprehensive curriculam that facilitated structured learning paths for students, enhancing their understanding and application of data and AI concepts.- Effective Knowledge Transfer: Simplified complex technical concepts, making them accessible and engaging for a diverse learner base, resulting in improved learner outcomes.- Community Building: Fostered an active and supportive learning community through regular engagement in user groups, helping learners overcome challenges and succeed in their educational journeys.- Continual Improvement: Actively sought and integrated learner feedback, leading to continuous improvement of course content and instructional methods.

London, Gb

The key aim of the AI4C is to help charities embarking on AI/ML deployments with pro bono insights/advice - all in a confidential, collaborative sales-free, vendor neutral environment. Over 30 charities have joined and gained value with their strategic thinking, user stories, design, deployment and operations. AI 4 Good / Tech 4 Good If you are a charity leader looking to get the most for the people you serve, feel free to contact the AI4C Chair Paul Excell paul.excell@member.wcit.org.uk

Zurich, Ch

Stockholm, Se

London, United Kingdom, Gb

Basingstoke, Hampshire, Gb

London, Gb

Collaborated with existing business development team and stakeholders to develop and successfully execute transformational project from Excel to Power BI. Developed suite of analytical and forecasting solutions within Power BI taking advantage of Artificial Intelligence utilising Azure Cognitive Services and Azure Machine Learning. Trained business users, led and mentored team of 4 internal developers, developing confidence within the solution and structuring industry best practices.• Designed and introduced forecasting solution using Power BI and Azure Machine Learning to eradicate resource intensive manual forecasting introducing a 23% FTE resource time saving.• Combined data from multiple disparate data sources into efficient data model allowing the board a holistic view of internal processes, highlighting business in-efficiencies. Identified as the basis for multiple internal process improvement projects to enhance ROI.

Liverpool Street, England, Gb

I deliver high-level leadership to team of four Power BI Developers for enhancing operational efficiency and efficacy. I held full accountability for the enforcement of business initiative on transformational project from Excel to Power BI through collaboration with related workforce. Efficiently I develop complex data models for conducting data analysis in accordance with business requirements. I devise best business practices and automate workspace replication to accomplish business objectives through Power BI management. Ensure the completion of projects within assigned time through stakeholder’s engagement and management at all levels of the business.A few key contributions during this tenure are: ★ Led the design and development of reporting data module for 4,000 sales people, managers, and Vice Presidents which resulted in attainment of turnover by $4B+ for the leading company.★ Implemented complex DAX code in Power BI for developing customer calculated measures and allowing fast access to data on mobile devices.★ Proactively troubleshoot existing bottlenecks and problem areas by designing and implementing data flows from AWS DWH platform through collaboration with users of DWH and business analyst.★ Championed the creation and implementation of dynamic Row-Level Security (RLS) to restrict data access for given users and across sales force.★ Recognised for key contribution in introducing certified datasets to ensure authenticity and accuracy of data used by users.

London, London, Gb

I conceptualised, developed, and integrated new Power BI environment for converting existing reports and dashboards into Power BI reports. Successfully I spearheaded Data Warehouse development lifecycle and Data Solutions systems by gathering requirements, testing, and training I have designed and developed data model within Power BI to streamline key business processes through co-ordination with key stakeholders. I created MS SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) Tabular models, by utilising Data Analysis Expression (DAX) language in Power BI to satisfy business needs. I have provided technical guidance and training to team relate to solution delivery to improve staff performance and operational excellence.Here are few selected contributions during this job role: ★ Recognised for key contribution in creating and executing BI platforms in compliance with standards through rigorous code review sessions to deliver organisational business intelligence needs.

Successfully I evaluated, re-designed, and implemented new Data Architecture and hardware to streamline ETL, Data Warehouse, and Visual processes. I created data streaming Power BI dashboards, analytical reports, and KPIs based on organisational requirements to support business needs. I designed Model datasets for incorporation into Tabular and Multi-Dimensional SSAS cubes based on Kimball methodologies to ensure smooth running of technical operation. I have devised best technical practices and provided optimum solutions in adherence with business and technical requirements through co-operation with related teams.A few key contributions during this tenure are:★ Led the migration of 10tb+ Data Warehouse from SQL Server 2012 to SQL Server 2017 by utilising exceptional technical skills.★ Maximised ETL efficiency by planning and proposing Performance enhance long running SSIS packages/functions and resolving Performance enhance DAX/MDX queries against Tabular and Multi-Dimensional Cubes.★ Improved Data Warehouse read speeds for users and report writers through formulation and implementation of database indexing strategy across wide tables

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, Gb

I utilised Agile methodology to develop and enhance SSAS tabular cubes, T-SQL complex queries, and related reporting solutions across wide range of business applications. Efficiently I created SSIS packages by implementing best practices from scratch to perform ELT process and load the data into destination tables from a variety of tables of third party feeds. I have performed as liaison and point of contact with key system stakeholders to resolve complex queries. I generated wide cascading reports in SSRS and Power BI to monitor the performance of cube. I designed standardised coding frameworks and maintained coding standards across the team.Here are selected contributions during this job role:★ Met and exceeded business aim by providing leadership to IT Development team.★ Enhance technical staff performance and robustness of principal databases through collaboration with Infrastructure and Development teams.★ Streamlined overall development processes followed by the Development team through implementation of robust technical SQL strategies in Power BI.

Lake Zurich, Illinois, Us

Production developer responsible for a range of system covering Web Front-end Databases, ERP systems including M3 involved in supply-chain & fulfillment for a international leading supplies company. ETLs for Datawarehouse feeds and Reporting applications and 3rd party CRM interfaces.Duties Include: Implement and support European DataWarehouse Data architecture, design and creation of MS SQL 2012 tables, views, triggers and other objects required for daily statistics & analysis in a high availability environment. Investigating and documenting key business processes. Created and troubleshot stored procedures and queries performances using SQL Server Profiler, Performance Monitor and DBCC Commands. Created SSIS Packages to Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) the data. Monitored daily Processes for different Data Loads and resolved Issues. Created and troubleshot stored procedures and queries performances using SQL Server Profiler, Performance Monitor and DBCC Commands. Analysed the performance, tuned and optimized, supported database objects to migrate to production level, executed stored procedures, index sizing. EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) lead for internal and external order, invoice and dispatch advice file transfer and document mapping utilising XML. SharePoint European lead developer. Lead and delivered SharePoint 2007 site estate migration to 365 cloud environments. Created custom menu items as C# features to move list and document library items to different folders according to their lifecycle state. Developed workflows for approval following business process and adhering to SOX audit requirements.

• Active procurement of new client base whilst maintaining current clientele.• Management of all company online operations and staff.• Developing and implementing new company web design using IIS, SQL Databases and Wordpress frontend. Use of html and php code to ensure bespoke design and performance.• Design of company marketing video’s and logo’s with use of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro CS6 software. • Strategising and maintaining social media marketing strategy.

Thame, Oxfordshire, Gb

• Strong emphasis on staff development and coaching. Introducing team buzz sessions to share best practice and highlight any developments within the team. I have played a very large role in supporting the teams development by holding side by side coaching sessions within a live inbound/outbound environment.• Highlighting risk areas within the inbound segment of the campaigns and placing proactive plans into the team to ensure that the process is regularly updated and adhered to by staff. Introducing a “we” not “them” environment where all staff are accountable and supporting the team within areas of development using our in-house Ashridge training program.• Working towards targets based around client productivity with an additional 20% admin time.• Full management of B2B and B2C sales within a telesales environment. This involves ensuring staff are constantly updated on performance by regular performance meetings and statistic updates. I have been heavily involved in the implementation and management of these targets based on historical reporting and current market trends. This included the presentation and reporting of trends and high/low performing agents.• Directly responsible for the implementation of a dedicated call quality structure within the team. Since this implementation we have been able to ensure the team consistently achieved and at times exceeded the required level of professionalism on calls.• Training staff within a controlled environment to ensure a complete understanding of the job role and brand knowledge. Utilising further feedback sessions and on the job training to establish an ongoing development package based around PDP’s and the STAR template.• Actively recruiting staff for vacant positions within the team. With staff retention a high priority I was able to procure staff members based on experience, relevance to the role keeping a key eye on future planning.

High Wycombe, Bucks, Gb