Thomas Akers
Carol Stream,IL
Summary
Results-Oriented Enterprise Data Architect experienced in enabling growth and supporting mission-critical processes across multiple industries. Expert project leader and change manager with solid record of accomplishment in Data Architecture and Metadata Management.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Architect – Operational Business Intelligence
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
San Ramon, CA
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Provided consulting for metadata and business data architecture at the largest public utility in the U.S.
- Consulted on design of data warehouses for electrical transmission and distribution assets
- Created scalable architectures to handle the increasing volume of incoming telemetry data
- Implemented initiatives to enhance the standardization of SCADA point names by using natural language processing techniques
Enterprise Data Architect & Metadata Consultant
Northern Trust
Chicago, IL
05.2016 - 12.2019
- Instituted cutting-edge business data architecture solutions and established standards for a leading global custody bank overseeing more than $7.1 trillion in assets
- Conducted comprehensive research and documentation on business data lineage within the framework of an international change program, utilizing InfoSphere Governance Catalog.
- Extended ISO 20022 Business Information model for internal Transaction Hub's inter-system messaging
- Established structured approach for creating tailored ISO 20022 information and message models
- Partnered with SWIFT to guarantee the accuracy and coherence of models used.
- Created a comprehensive Business Enterprise Logical Data Model (ELDM) for Wealth Management clients, accounts, and products
- Authored Entity/Relationship, UML, and ISO 20022 modeling best practices and standards documents
Data Governance Architect
Reynolds American
Winston-Salem, NC
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Established and implemented a regulatory compliant data governance framework
- Authored policies and procedures for enhancing data quality, standardization, and security efforts
- Developed innovative conceptual and logical ontologies to enhance data management within the organization
Metadata Architect
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Engaged business and IT personnel to create, and link business glossaries to technical metadata, to tracks data lineage for the Corporate Treasury, and Risk areas of the second largest bank in the U.S., with assets of over $3 trillion
- Integrated metadata and business glossaries into the Adaptive metadata repository
- Developed metadata lineage dashboards utilizing Adaptive’s Relational Access Module (RAM)
- Created data models for a home-grown business glossary, data quality, and lineage implementations
- Mentored employees and contractors in best practices and standards for metadata development.
Data Architect
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Detroit, MI
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Collaborated with business and IT teams to enhance the Clinical Program Data Mart (CPDM) by incorporating subject-area additions
- Created logical, physical, and dimensional models for the CPDM
- Partnered with the Medical Informatics group and developers to design ETL logic
Data Architect
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Southfield, MI
03.2013 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully implement an Oracle Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW)
- Developed comprehensive models and mappings for the EDW and supporting ODS, facilitating data integration
- Mentored HAP employees on effective data architecture practices and established data standards
Metadata Architect
Cisco Systems
Milpitas, CA
11.2012 - 02.2013
- Coordinated with IT colleagues to achieve seamless integration of a robust enterprise metadata solution (Rochade)
- Provided guidance on Rochade toolset, metadata management techniques, and adherence to industry standards
- Tailored the Rochade MetaGlossary meta-model and front-end to fulfill Cisco-specific demands.
Data Architect & Data Modeler
MillerCoors LLC
Chicago, IL
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Consulted with Enterprise Architecture and Application openers to streamline communications with beer distributors for a major international brewer
- Composed comprehensive logical models for Sales to Retail, integrating pre-State, MDM, and EIW stages
Senior Enterprise Data Architect
Coventry Health Care
Downers Grove, IL
10.2011 - 02.2012
- Collaborated with Enterprise Architecture and IT leadership to develop a successful EIM program
- Conducted in-depth analysis of EIM's existing condition, outlining a comprehensive roadmap for future growth
- Analyzed scope of EIM efforts including Data Governance & Metadata, Master Data, Data Quality, Integration, Enterprise Data Models, Storage & Performance, and Unstructured Data
- Aligned Coventry's Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) initiatives with proposed data governance and data modeling efforts
Metadata Consultant & Modeler
U.S. Cellular Corporation
Bensenville, IL
06.2009 - 09.2011
- Drove the implementation of the enterprise metadata solution by collaborating with business and IT partners, effectively utilizing Rochade
- Streamlined meta-model construction and maintained efficient processes for acquiring metadata with the Rochade toolset
- Customized Rochade MetaGlossary meta-model and its front-end to meet U.S. Cellular's unique requirements
- Designed the client's first integrated Enterprise Logical Data Model (ELDM)
Meta-Modeler & Metadata Consultant
Health Care Service Corporation
Chicago, IL
10.2007 - 04.2009
- Worked with, and mentored business and IT resources to design flexible meta-model structures for the enterprise metadata environment for a major multi-state insurance provider
- Devised a meta-model architecture harmonizing elements of the Common Warehouse Model (CWM) with client-specific metadata elements as part of the overall Managed Metadata Environment (MME)
- Created new metadata acquisition processes and procedures leveraging Rochade toolkits and scanners
- Mentored business and IT employees in metadata acquisition, integration and delivery techniques and best practices.
Data & Business Process Modeling Consultant
Exelon
Chicago, IL
11.2006 - 02.2008
- Developed a comprehensive plan for ensuring the Utility's adherence to NERC CIP standards, encompassing all elements of their infrastructure protection
Data Architecture & Strategy Consultant
Discover Financial Services
Riverwoods, IL
02.2001 - 11.2006
- Executed a strategic initiative to enhance the efficiency of business data architecture.
- Implemented effective pricing techniques utilizing the company's existing systems and architecture
Chief Technology Officer
iGive.com
Evanston, IL
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Managed the capture, organization, security, and analysis of information to gain insight into site traffic, consumer purchasing behavior, and vendor profitability
Lead Data Architect
Discover Card
Riverwoods, IL
07.1995 - 01.2000
- Led the coordination and implementation of an Enterprise database for data architecture merchant systems handling $135+ billion in transactions
- Developed migration plans and protocols to ensure seamless synchronization of legacy data sources across 30 applications adopting new architecture
Senior Consultant
Northern Indiana Public Service
Schererville, IN
06.1990 - 07.1995
- Evaluated and designed data and process specifications for the development of a new Customer Information System
Project Manager
Datalogics
Chicago, IL
10.1989 - 06.1990
- Oversaw the implementation of tailored electronic publishing software solutions for a major auto manufacturer
Senior Systems Analyst
Household Commercial Financial Services
Prospect Heights, IL
03.1988 - 10.1989
- Reported to the Vice President of Administration as an Oracle DBA and developer
Programmer/Consultant
IMC Pitman-Moore
Northbrook, IL
07.1985 - 03.1988
- Designed and implemented software solutions capable of simulating mRNA folding and conducting digital image processing and interpretation
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Northwestern University
Evanston, ILSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Database Design & Modeling
- Data Lineage & Metadata Management
- Data Cataloging
- Business Intelligence & Analytics
- Data Quality Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Architect – Operational Business Intelligence
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
07.2020 - 12.2023
Enterprise Data Architect & Metadata Consultant
Northern Trust
05.2016 - 12.2019
Data Governance Architect
Reynolds American
03.2016 - 05.2016
Metadata Architect
Bank of America
01.2015 - 03.2016
Data Architect
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
01.2014 - 12.2014
Data Architect
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
03.2013 - 11.2013
Metadata Architect
Cisco Systems
11.2012 - 02.2013
Data Architect & Data Modeler
MillerCoors LLC
03.2012 - 10.2012
Senior Enterprise Data Architect
Coventry Health Care
10.2011 - 02.2012
Metadata Consultant & Modeler
U.S. Cellular Corporation
06.2009 - 09.2011
Meta-Modeler & Metadata Consultant
Health Care Service Corporation
10.2007 - 04.2009
Data & Business Process Modeling Consultant
Exelon
11.2006 - 02.2008
Data Architecture & Strategy Consultant
Discover Financial Services
02.2001 - 11.2006
Chief Technology Officer
iGive.com
01.2000 - 01.2001
Lead Data Architect
Discover Card
07.1995 - 01.2000
Senior Consultant
Northern Indiana Public Service
06.1990 - 07.1995
Project Manager
Datalogics
10.1989 - 06.1990
Senior Systems Analyst
Household Commercial Financial Services
03.1988 - 10.1989
Programmer/Consultant
IMC Pitman-Moore
07.1985 - 03.1988
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Northwestern University
Similar Profiles
DAN ERWINDAN ERWIN
Electric Program Manager (Principal) - Safety Casual Evaluation and Support at Pacific Gas and Electric CompanyElectric Program Manager (Principal) - Safety Casual Evaluation and Support at Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Rainier DiazRainier Diaz
Utility Machine Operator at Pacific Gas and Electric CompanyUtility Machine Operator at Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Shannon RouchonShannon Rouchon
Community resource center representative at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southwest StrategiesCommunity resource center representative at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southwest Strategies