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Keith DeVault

Ostrander,OH

Summary

Experienced data and analytics leader with over 15 years in optimizing business processes and technology integration. Skilled in Azure, Power BI, and SQL, driving effective data solutions and decision-making. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement strategic automation for cost savings. Committed to transforming data into actionable insights for organizational growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Manager, Reporting & Business Analytics

Versant Health
Lithnicum, MD
05.2024 - 03.2025
  • Enhanced reporting accuracy by establishing Quality Control measures for analysts.
    Led RPA team formation, driving integration to reduce errors in reports.
    Streamlined processes, boosting speed and precision of strategic insights.
    Implemented advanced analytics tools for superior data visualization and analytical reporting.
    Partnered with cross-functional teams to refine report delivery protocols and set standard KPIs.
    Initiated automation projects through new RPA team to optimize reporting workflows.

Technology Manager

American Electric Power
Columbus, United States
03.2022 - 03.2024
  • Generated $1M in annual savings by leading large multi-functional team for BI tool rationalization.
    Performed comprehensive system and process analyses to enhance strategic decision-making.
    Worked alongside cross-functional teams to define standard KPIs and eliminate shadow-IT risks.
    Formulated process and technology strategies that improved efficiency across operations.
    Optimized service delivery methods, enhancing both reporting accuracy and overall efficiency.
    Increased customer satisfaction levels through the successful implementation of new processes.
    Established calculated fields to clarify data analytics and reduce confusion among users.
    Strengthened stakeholder collaboration through targeted operational improvements.

Manager of Business Intelligence

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Marysville, United States
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Streamlined BI delivery speed by over 24% through management of a large, diverse team.
    Realized annual savings of over $500,000 with improved staffing models.
    Boosted reporting accuracy and analytics capabilities via data warehousing optimization.
    Implemented cutting-edge BI technologies and ML/AI solutions for superior visualization and decision support.

Technical Manager - Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence | Data Warehouse Technical Manager

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Marysville, OH
11.2018 - 07.2020
  • Streamlined operations through advanced process automation, decreasing manual errors and boosting efficiency.
    Managed design and implementation of cloud-based data warehousing for immediate access to vital information.
    Led successful migration from on-premise to cloud solutions, achieving annual savings of over $800,000.
    Adopted Agile methodologies to speed up project delivery and strengthen team collaboration.

Data Analytics Manager

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Marysville, OH
03.2018 - 11.2018
  • Implemented scalable streaming data integrations, significantly improving data growth capabilities.
    Optimized on-premise SQL Data Warehouse to achieve 50% reduction in storage requirements.
    Achieved 60% faster query execution times through strategic optimizations.
    Directed ML/AI model development, resulting in 35% increase in customer classification accuracy.

Senior Information Technology Analyst

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Marysville, OH
09.2014 - 03.2018
  • Optimized SQL Server, boosting data processing speed by 28%.
    Implemented system enhancements to improve data accessibility and security.
    Led development of advanced data visualization platforms, enhancing data-driven decision-making capabilities.
    Increased user productivity through targeted system improvements.

Business Intelligence Developer

Garden City Group, LLC
Dublin, OH
03.2012 - 09.2014
  • Achieved improved query response times by engineering complex SQL databases to enhance decision-making accuracy.
    Increased efficiency of inventory management by 40% through successful Epicor Prophet21 deployment.
    Provided better data visibility with real-time reports developed through optimized SQL Server Reporting Services.

Business Systems Specialist

A4 Technology Solutions Inc.
Ostrander, United States
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Streamlined SQL databases for improved data accuracy and system efficiency.
    Generated real-time SSRS reports, overseeing both SSRS and SQL environments.
    Partnered with cross-functional teams to address operational inefficiencies, leading to nearly $400k in savings each year.
    Administered SQL environments to support robust performance metrics.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Business Administration and Management, General

Chadron State College
Chadron, NE
03.2018

Skills

  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Team building
  • Business development
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Needs assessment
  • Procedure development
  • Business process improvement
  • Database design and SQL
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Continuous improvement
  • Systems development and analysis
  • Quality control
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Process optimization

References

  • Matthew Dembling, Versant Health, 1-518-598-4623
  • Khawaja Salahuddin, Versant Health, 1-703-870-1449
  • Patricia Hoyer, American Electric Power, 1-614-561-6048
  • Fausto Fleites, Scotts Miracle Gro, 1-305-283-7264

Timeline

Sr. Manager, Reporting & Business Analytics

Versant Health
05.2024 - 03.2025

Technology Manager

American Electric Power
03.2022 - 03.2024

Manager of Business Intelligence

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
07.2020 - 03.2022

Technical Manager - Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence | Data Warehouse Technical Manager

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
11.2018 - 07.2020

Data Analytics Manager

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
03.2018 - 11.2018

Senior Information Technology Analyst

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
09.2014 - 03.2018

Business Intelligence Developer

Garden City Group, LLC
03.2012 - 09.2014

Business Systems Specialist

A4 Technology Solutions Inc.
09.2010 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Business Administration and Management, General

Chadron State College
Keith DeVault