Samuel Thomas
Des Moines
Summary
Results-driven BI Analyst with experience at Waldinger, specializing in data visualization, SQL query optimization, and analytics delivery. Engineered interactive Tableau and Power BI dashboards that enhanced operational reporting, improved data accuracy, and drove strong user adoption. Proven ability to lead projects and improve data accuracy, demonstrating strong analytical skills and effective stakeholder engagement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
BI Analyst
Waldinger
West Des Moines
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and supported Tableau and Power BI dashboards used by business and finance teams for ongoing operational and financial reporting.
- Engineered an interactive safety analytics dashboard to track toolbox talk engagement and key safety metrics, improving safety team efficiency, and driving strong adoption as usage expanded across safety managers and teams.
- Led end-to-end dashboard development, from requirements gathering through deployment, ensuring reliable functionality, stakeholder adoption, and measurable performance improvements.
- Maintained and corrected Crystal Reports to improve data accuracy and report reliability.
Business Intelligence Intern
The Waldinger Corporation
West Des Moines
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and optimized SQL queries and SQL packages to support comprehensive business reporting using SSRS
- Developed and implemented SSRS reporting solutions to bolster business decision support and facilitate data-driven information analysis
- Built business intelligence report burst workflows tailored for Crystal Reports
- Utilized Visual Studio to optimize SSRS reports to make them more user-friendly
Rec Service Esports Assistant
Iowa State University
Ames
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Enforces recreation service's codes of conduct and rules of the esports game room
- Monitoring game room equipment such as PC's and game systems
- Troubleshooting computer software
- Assists patrons with setup instruction on equipment use when needed
Education
B.S. - Management Information Systems
Iowa State University
United States12.2023
Skills
- Data visualization
- SQL query optimization
- Tableau dashboard development
- Power BI reporting
- SSRS implementation
- Business analysis
Projects
Corporate Fleet Report Delivery
- Developed time-sensitive report for the corporate fleet team to optimize management (Vehicle_ID, Vehicle_Location, Vehicle_Count_Per)
- Created SQL queries, SQL package, and SQL header to pull specified information
- Formatted report to make it user-friendly.
Safety Analytics Dashboard
- Developed a project-focused safety analytics dashboard to track toolbox talk engagement and key safety metrics, supporting safety managers in daily operations.
- Created and optimized SQL queries and data models to ensure accurate, timely reporting across project and safety datasets.
- Designed an intuitive, user-friendly dashboard layout, driving increased adoption as more safety managers transitioned to the solution.
Extracurricular Activities
Iowa State Gaming & Esports Club, Team Leader, Led a team of three using strategic communications in a competitive environment, Managed an entire sub-division of the club focusing on a singular game
Timeline
BI Analyst
Waldinger
05.2024 - Current
Business Intelligence Intern
The Waldinger Corporation
05.2023 - 08.2023
Rec Service Esports Assistant
Iowa State University
05.2022 - 05.2023
B.S. - Management Information Systems
Iowa State University