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Neil Clifton

Seattle,WA

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven, corporate level Business Intelligence Developer in programming and software development and administering BI tools. Skilled in converting raw data into insightful analysis using interactive dashboards and reports. Proficient at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, leveraging Agile methodologies for continuous iteration and development, and ensuring compliance with industry best practices.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Business Intelligence Software Developer

Holland America Line
01.2010 - 04.2024
  • Serving as BI Developer within the Business Intelligence and Reporting group of corporate IT
  • Developed and administered BI solutions using the Microsoft Business Intelligence Stack, including Power BI, and SSRS
  • Transformed raw data into meaningful insights through interactive and user-friendly dashboards and reports
  • Employed Microsoft Power BI Report Builder for paginated reports
  • Managed projects using Agile methodologies, actively participating in Scrum ceremonies for iterative development

Business Intelligence Software Developer

Holland America Line
01.2003 - 01.2010
  • Developed/maintained the mainframe home-grown reservation application using various programming languages such as ADSO, COBOL, and EZTRIEVE
  • Conversion project from mainframe reporting to data warehouse converting programs from COBOL to WebFOCUS.

Revenue/Marketing Analyst

Holland America Line
01.1994 - 01.2003
  • Supported Revenue Management and Planning departments, providing ad hoc reports to facilitate pragmatic, cost-effective business decisions toward continued revenue growth.

Staff Accountant / Treasurer Assistant

Holland America Line/Westours Motor Coaches, LLC
01.1987 - 01.1994

Accounting Bookkeeper

Technographics UK
01.1986 - 01.1987

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS - Accounting and Finance

Washington State University
01.1986

Skills

  • Microsoft Business Intelligence Stack (Power BI, SSAS, SSRS, SSIS)
  • Microsoft Power BI Report Builder
  • Agile methodologies and Scrum ceremonies
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication
  • Team collaboration and interpersonal skills
  • Creative problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

  • Strong sense of integrity, professional conduct, and self-starter attitude.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Team-oriented with exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep sense of empathy.
  • Proven track record of being a creative problem solver and a willingness to seek assistance when necessary.

Timeline

Senior Business Intelligence Software Developer

Holland America Line
01.2010 - 04.2024

Business Intelligence Software Developer

Holland America Line
01.2003 - 01.2010

Revenue/Marketing Analyst

Holland America Line
01.1994 - 01.2003

Staff Accountant / Treasurer Assistant

Holland America Line/Westours Motor Coaches, LLC
01.1987 - 01.1994

Accounting Bookkeeper

Technographics UK
01.1986 - 01.1987

Bachelor of Science - BS - Accounting and Finance

Washington State University
Neil Clifton