Geena Tacconelli
St. Clair Shores,USA
Summary
Reliable and results-driven professional with expertise in advanced data analytics, strategic business planning, and project management. Experience in bridging operations and enterprise analytics, setting governance, system implementation, and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies, optimize processes, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency. Ability to lead, work in a team, or work independently to produce desired results. Recognized as a top performer for four consecutive years.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Data Analyst
DTE Energy
Detroit, USA
04.2022 - Current
- Operational safety analytics & forecasting: Design dashboards in Power BI/Excel to enhance trend visibility and implement predictive KPI models that drive data-informed decisions, contributing to a 10% reduction in incident rates.
- Process improvements (Soteria 2.0): Reengineer and create new forms and questionnaires for Safe Worker Observations based on enterprise feedback obtained through multiple committees. Design for structured data capture and output to integrate seamlessly into EDL and produce audit-ready compliance documentation.
- Systems modernization (SAP, SharePoint, Cority): Manage planning, coordination, implementation, and change management for internal software upgrades—elevating efficiency, reliability, and regulatory data collection; also serve as SME bridging end users and developers.
- Enterprise information access: Develop and maintain advanced SharePoint and Teams environments to deliver seamless self-service access, reducing navigation steps and accelerating retrieval of critical resources.
- Insights-to-action enablement: Enhance applications, like PowerApps, and build business intelligence solutions to capture audit/assessment findings, visualize trends, and drive focused action plans across stakeholders.
- Cross-functional leadership: Partner with IT to govern day-to-day use and continuous enhancements of risk management and safety systems—standardizing workflows, reviewing and implementing best practices, and serving as the primary bridge between end users and developers to deliver efficient, user-centric solutions.
- Compliance oversight: Direct a cross-departmental Superuser network managing safety requirements, training, and regulatory records (incidents, MVAs, injuries, near misses) to ensure enterprise standardization and maintain compliance.
- Scorecards & reporting: Own development and maintenance of safety metric scorecards with regular leadership report-outs to inform decisions and track performance; actionable data and reports I produce are consistently leveraged in ORM meetings.
- Advanced analyses: Perform in-depth analysis, trending, and forecasting across diverse datasets—including business, finance, fleet, and safety—to pinpoint areas with improvement opportunities and highlight measurable accomplishments.
- Project Management Developmental Experience
- ISNetworld (ISN) Supplier Management Platform: Led enterprise-wide ISN implementation, partnering with supply chain, safety, and business units. Directed transition from Avetta to ISN for high-risk suppliers, incorporating stakeholder feedback to improve adoption. Established contractor risk governance: onboarding framework, process roadmap, communication plan, and compliance-aligned risk matrix—reducing onboarding and vetting time while enhancing compliance visibility across business units. Collaborated with DTE Internal Auditing to identify opportunities and drive improvements.
- EHS Software Solutions (SAP & Cority): Served as Business Project Manager for selection and implementation of internal EHS Software to streamline processes and increase ease of use and efficiency. Directed full implementation lifecycle for previously selected SAP EHS solution and team-picked Cority platform: scheduling, leading, and coordinating phases while personally driving core deliverables such as: Developing business requirements documents (BRDs) from scratch, Designing post-rollout process improvements based on stakeholder feedback, Documenting current-state systems and sharing insights as SME, Managing UAT script development and execution, Collaborating with developers for build-phase testing and clarifications, Leading user training rollout and prioritizing enhancement requests. Earned consistent recognition for combining strong project leadership with deep engagement in execution.
- EHS Contract Work: Acted as lead and sole point of contact for managing high-priority, compliance-driven work being performed by contractors. Worked with business field partners to define scope, set priority of tasks assigned to contractors, and gather relevant job information; ensuring high priority work was completed in a timely manner. Personally managed end-to-end process: proposal evaluation, change order requests, scheduling, budget tracking, financial forecasting, and stakeholder reporting; recognized for best-in-class contractor management.
Safety and Health Specialist
DTE Energy
Detroit, USA
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Directed cross-functional investigations, performing root-cause and causal factor analysis, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence of safety incidents.
- Developed short- and long-term corrective action plans, aligning safety improvements with organizational goals and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed field observations (SWOs) to identify trends, coach teams, and recommend process improvements for safer operations.
- Led the Enterprise Contractor Safety Initiative, collaborating with a third-party risk management provider (Avetta) to ensure compliance with DTE standards, documentation, and insurance requirements, while improving incident communication.
- Provided strategic consultation to DO leadership and field personnel on safety documentation, compliance systems, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Supported safety strategy for Distribution Operations (DO), partnering with field teams and contractors to strengthen safety culture and reduce incident risk.
- Supported injury prevention program rollout, driving ergonomic initiatives to reduce soft-tissue injuries and support cultural transformation.
- Presented insights and best practices in multi-level safety committees, influencing enterprise-wide safety decisions and continuous improvement efforts.
Safety Coordinator
Sachse Construction
Detroit, USA
05.2017 - 02.2020
- Implemented strategic safety programs across job sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing operational risk.
- Leveraged data systems to monitor subcontractor compliance, track safety metrics, and support informed decision-making for resource allocation.
- Developed and analyzed safety KPIs, transforming raw data into actionable insights and presenting trend reports to leadership for performance improvement and cost reduction.
- Led cross-functional collaboration with project managers, engineers, and regulatory agencies to align business objectives and project timelines and safety initiatives.
- Optimized project closeout processes by managing punch list workflows and coordinating multi-trade schedules to maintain critical path timelines and reduce delays.
- Designed and delivered training programs (OSHA refreshers, safety orientations) to drive workforce engagement, awareness, compliance and operational excellence.
- Led root-cause analysis of incidents and near misses, recommending corrective actions to improve processes and reduce future risk exposure.
- Managed industrial hygiene testing and hazardous material abatement, ensuring adherence to compliance standards and mitigating potential liabilities.
Safety Engineering and Industrial Hygiene Co-op - PMO
DTE Energy
Detroit, USA
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted root-cause and trend analysis on incident data, delivering actionable recommendations to reduce near misses and contractor incidents.
- Benchmarked industry incidents and implemented read-across insights to proactively reduce risk and enhance operational resilience.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to research and author company-wide incident response and scaffold safety procedures, standardizing practices across business units.
- Partnered with city agencies to develop an emergency response strategy (Detroit Local Emergency Planning Committee and the Detroit Fire Department) related to the decommissioning of Conners Creek Power Plant, mitigating operational and community risk.
- Performed risk assessments and compliance audits across electrical, gas, and industrial projects, ensuring MIOSHA standards and supporting enterprise-wide safety objectives.
- Monitored and enforced safety protocols on major construction projects, driving zero-injury goals and achieving top safety performance ratings.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management
Central Michigan University (CMU)
Global Campus04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) – ABET Accredited
Oakland University (OU)
Rochester, MI04.2017
Skills
- Advanced data analytics
- KPI development
- Reporting and scorecards
- Strategic business planning
- Project management
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional leadership
- Root-cause and trend analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Contractor management
- Operational safety
- Compliance
- Microsoft tools
- Business intelligence
- Minitab
- Maximo
- SAP
Professional & Volunteer Leadership
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee: Actively contributed to initiatives fostering inclusive workplace culture.
- Women of DTE: Contributed to WDAW fundraising efforts for four years, managing donating and online and live product displays. Served as lead for donations and product coordination in the past year, driving a 15% increase in fundraising impact.
- Department Engagement Lead: Organized and executed 2–3 annual team engagement events, earning strong positive feedback.
Publications
- Textbook Chapter: Evolution of Human Factors & Ergonomics in Safety Engineering
Asher, M., Cleary, E., & Tacconelli, G. (2018). In EHS Leadership and Professional Development.
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – Expertise in process optimization and efficiency improvement
Passion & Focus Areas
- Process Improvement & Technology Innovation: Committed to leveraging technology to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Community Development: Dedicated to driving meaningful changes in underserved communities through volunteer initiatives, including STEM education programs and active involvement with WDAW.
Timeline
Senior Data Analyst
DTE Energy
04.2022 - Current
Safety and Health Specialist
DTE Energy
02.2020 - 09.2023
Safety Coordinator
Sachse Construction
05.2017 - 02.2020
Safety Engineering and Industrial Hygiene Co-op - PMO
DTE Energy
05.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management
Central Michigan University (CMU)
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) – ABET Accredited
Oakland University (OU)