As a seasoned BI Architect with many years of leadership experience, I report directly to the Director of Reporting and Analytics tasked with implementing their Data and Analytics strategy. This role involves creating their enterprise Datalake built on the Microsoft Azure stack to drive data-driven insights and solutions for organizational success. Proficient in Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, and PowerBI, I design and implement robust architectures that streamline data pipelines and enhance analytical capabilities. Utilizing Azure DevOps for efficient CI/CD management, I ensure seamless deployment and iteration of solutions, fostering agility and innovation. With a proven track record of delivering impactful BI solutions, I am dedicated to optimizing data processes and empowering teams to make informed decisions in dynamic environments.

As architect, advisor, and consultant, ensuring large strategic projects are implemented on time and within budget. Special emphasis focused on Data Governance, Master Data Management, Enterprise Data Warehouse, and Analytics.Deliver engaging, modern data solutions and strategies. Analyze, design, and lead data transformationefforts that evolve clients’ data organizations and drive trust in data assets and products.

Responsible for development of future integration strategy, implementation of new technology, hiring of new team members, prioritization of outstanding opportunities, ERDs, Data Flow Diagrams, Data Encryption methodology, database and data pipeline design, and more. Tasked with leading a team of integration developers and coordinating with the application development team to help facilitate the transition to a brand-new methodology. Responsible for RFI, RFP, and assessment of ETL Tools for an upcoming Invistics purchase. Owner of all ETL assets including database schema design, data flow architecture, performance tuning, incremental load strategy, and customer facing materials (e.g. Data Extraction Specifications, IT FAQ, customer security and integration assessments, etc.)

Subject matter expert with a concentration in database systems, business intelligence, analytics, and data integration. Strategic forward-looking focus related to enterprise information technology design and implementation within the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta ecosystem. Determines requirements, develops enterprise best-in-class technology plans and roadmaps. Tests and evaluates new technology for potential use. Prepares standards, policies, and procedures leveraged by staff. Mentors team members. Provides leadership with guidance on important technology focused decisions. Assists with chronic problem resolution or issues involving critical enterprise-wide impact to tier 1 systems

Managed various teams including Database Administration, ETL, Data Warehousing , and HL7 Integration Teams. Lead teams responsible for all Microsoft SQL, Oracle, and MySQL servers including production support, development support, and after-hours on-call. Supervised teams utilizing Talend and SSIS ETL development efforts and production environments. Lead Corepoint Interface Team responsible for integration development efforts and 24/7 production support. Fostered initiatives around data governance and master data management implementation.

Microsoft SQL Database Administrator and Programmer responsible for managing, maintaining, and programming Microsoft SQL Server databases. Accomplishments include designing and implementing database structures, optimizing database performance, creating stored procedures and functions, troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues, ensuring data security and integrity, and developing applications that interact with SQL Server databases. Work with other IT professionals and stakeholders to identify and address business requirements, improve database functionality, and ensure the smooth operation of critical systems. Played a crucial role in helping CHOA manage and leverage their data to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities as SQL DBA included approving all database security, database design, support, performance tuning, maintenance, data manipulation, backup, and reporting strategies. Ensuring the smooth deployment of Cosmos. Improving the database related skills and knowledge of other IT personnel through knowledge sharing and teamwork.

Responsibilities entailed SQL database performance tuning, design, and programming. Additionally responsible for administration of SQL servers, domain servers, file servers, exchange servers, client machines, phone system, and the office network.

Responsibilities in a DBA and Applications Support role included T-SQL query support, performance tuning, ETL, data manipulation, backup, and reporting strategies. Primary in-house application support for website databases as well as the Microsoft Great Plains ERP database.

Responsible for full-stack development, support, technical sales support, and implementation of our custom applications used by the United States Active Army and Army Reserves that integrated multiple disparate systems into a single, one-stop shop application for managing supply chain and logistics. Secret Clearance required