Profusion

Head of Data Strategy, helping clients bridge the gap between data and strategy

Head of Data Strategy

Accenture

Redkite was acquired by Accenture in December 2023 and my work time between the two companies overlapped for a period of 9 months before fully moving over to Accenture in September 2024

Data Strategy/ Architecture Manager

Redkite

Currently co-leading the Data Strategy and Org, People and Process capabilities at Redkite 
Enterprise Data Program Strategy – Mapped the data co-dependencies to execute a massive digital transformation 
Corporate Data Strategy – Led the development of 3 different data strategies for multi-billion pound organisations 
Data Use Case Valuation – Created a value-led execution plan for a company to realise £150m+ from data use cases 
Firm Leadership – Co-lead of the Data Strategy and Org & Op Model data capabilities while leading two accounts

Lead Data Strategy Consultant

Monitor Deloitte

💡 Building digital twins and running simulation models to help improve an organisation's strategic decisions, derisk investments and identify new opportunities
💡 Using my coding ability to bridge the data science and strategy gap for countless clients, using widely-avaliable data to come to strategic conclusions that few other consultants can do
💡 Exploring next gen technology and business trends, from the Metaverse to Net Zero to Quantum Computing to (of course) Digital Twins

Senior Consultant

Policy In Numbers

Blogging about R, elections, technology and policy

Blogger

King's College London Policy Institute

✦ Co-authored multiple publications/ outputs assessing COVID's impact on London's economy and society ✦ Evidence-based ✦ Fast-paced deliverables ✦ Academic research

Policy Research Analyst Intern

Took a gap year in my working career to travel around the world, visiting 21 countries throughout Asia and South America.

Traveler, Backpacking Around the World

LEVEL5 Strategy Group

LEVEL5 is a boutique management consulting firm focused on growth strategy and organizational transformation.

➢ Delivered over 30-40 projects including 5-year strategic planning, digital transformation, change management, brand strategy, portfolio optimization, HR strategy, quantitative research studies, organisational strategy, new brand development, brand architecture, and others.
➢ Led the recruiting efforts and a member of the firm's "Culture Club".
➢ Managed teams and junior consultants near the end of my time at LEVEL5.
➢ Developed expansive skillset of relevant workplace abilities consistent with any top-tier consulting firm
➢ Increased amount of growth and responsibilities based on boutique nature of LEVEL5, including facilitating workshops, presenting to executives, directly managing clients, building proposals, interviewing key stakeholders, and leading teams within first 1.5 years of professional experience

Consultant

Analyst

Suncor Energy

During my time at Suncor, I worked on a small team helping analyze data to optimize sales in newly converted gas station convenience stores

Merchandising Execution Intern

LAUNCH!

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Bridging the gap between data and strategy ✦ Lead Data Strategy Consultant @ Redkite ✦ R Programmer ✦ Policy Nerd

Okay I probably have your attention here for about 10 seconds, so I’m going to be quick:

My niche is navigating the complex data world for organisations to help them deliver on their strategy

Basically, I bridge the gap between data and strategy

Want to know more? Here is how I do it:

💡 Learned as a strategy consultant what matters and what doesn’t
🎤 Storytell to help clients implement effectively (how do you properly engage the audience and infuse that story with the key takeaways/ implications)
💻 Use my R coding and strategy consulting experience to bridge the data scientist's "get lost in the data" approach with the "tell me what I need to know on one page" approach of the business executive
★ Live off my passion to see through positive outcomes, be that at work, on my blog or even when helping a friend

So why should you care?

1) I post my best tips 3-5x per week on LinkedIn
2) I make it relevant to you, as a student, business professional, executive, or whomever. My goal is to share relevant stuff with my audience
3) I try to be unique in what I share and deliver, as few people have the combination of experience I boast
4) I value feedback and input from all others out there. I pride myself on learning from others' perspectives so please add it to my content!

Also some of my other Outputs:
Medium - https://dylansjanderson.medium.com/
Blog Website - https://www.policyinnumbers.com/
Election App - https://danderson.shinyapps.io/Canada-Electoral-Model/
Academic Journal Article - https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/canadian-journal-of-political-science-revue-canadienne-de-science-politique/article/tipping-point-of-a-strategic-vote-when-does-an-individual-vote-strategically/7FEDD21C59DF03AC15311CD13080881B

Dylan Anderson

Maven Analytics

Analytics Specialist & Product Manager, Community

Dataford

Dataford Inc is a live editor platform where users can practice technical data analytics interview questions commonly asked by top-tier companies.

https://www.dataford.io/

Growth Advisor

Matt Mike

Video content to accelerate your data career.

YouTube Channel | Matt Mike

Advice and experiences to help you become a better data analyst

Newsletter | The Data Point

I help people break into data and change their lives through 1:1 coaching.

Data Career Coach

Gilbert, Arizona

Business Intelligence Analyst

CTRL Analytics

Power BI Developer

Iridium

- Developed SQL script and Power BI report to replace a twice weekly manual process, saving the company 108+ hours annually.
- Utilizes Power Query via Power BI for data modeling and table creation within critical company reports.
- Maintained, validated, and improved core SQL scripts for key department reporting.

Revenue Operations Analyst

Mobile Mini Solutions

- Developed an Excel report for tracking new clients above AR threshold resulting in an overall 33% improvement of collections.
- Created Excel report and dashboard that tracks daily call KPI’s for 80 associates, improving call volume by 20%
- Implemented Tableau dashboard to track KPI’s for AR department, saving the company 150 hours annually.

Business Analyst

Aston Carter

- Directed a team of 7 Associates with a total aging portfolio of $48M+.
- Used Excel to presented account reporting and data visualization on balances of $100K - $1M+ to internal and external stakeholders.
- Utilized Power BI as a progress measuring tool, improving team efficiency by 15%.
- Resolved account escalations to completion through interdepartmental collaboration with 5+ departments regularly.

Business Operations Supervisor

- Navigated a $6M+ balance portfolio through account reconciliation, advanced excel reporting and auditing.
- Accomplished 100% of quarterly goal attainment through strict adherence to best practices, goal setting and deadline completion on a regular basis.
- Utilized advanced Excel to produced accurate accounting for 200+ client accounts through effective financial analysis.

Business Operations Associate

Staples

- Lead new business to close through cold calling, in-person visits, setting meetings, exceeding 100% of designated sales quotas and growing team revenue by 20%.

B2B Sales Consultant

BASIS.ed

- Implemented a new Student Support program using curated plans, reducing case load of students requiring academic support by 25% from previous year.
- Developed new student incentive program, reducing policy violations by 10%.

Dean Of Students (Middle School)

•	Fulfilled the required specifications of 30+ student IEPs (Individual Education Plan) through regular meetings with students as well as associated faculty, specialized therapists and respective parents.
•	Cultivated and expanded an already existing department alongside the Program Director by creating new procedures and onboarding additional faculty, improving the effectiveness of our administration.

Assistant Program Director (Special Education)

Are you struggling to start a career in data? Finding it difficult to stand out and get interviews?

Or better yet....

Struggling to get OFFERS? Even though you know you're qualified?

If any of this resonates, I get it!

Hi, I’m Matt Mike. 

To date, I’ve helped over 100 professionals transition into data roles they once thought were out of reach.

💥 “I look back on this decision as one of the best ones I made. Matt tailored my experience to what I needed in the moment, challenged me to improve where I was lacking, and was constantly available to me.” - Zachary S., Data Analyst

Over the past few years, I’ve developed a unique approach for non-technical folks to stand out in data.

Before all this…

I spent a decade navigating career changes and climbing the corporate ladder. I bootstrapped my way into the data field without going back to school. I've seen firsthand what works and what doesn't when changing careers, especially into data field.

💥 Matt Mikes mentorship was key to my successful pivot into data science. His insightful strategies enriched my portfolio and LinkedIn presence, directly leading to my new position..” - Justin D., Data Scientist

What’s my promise to you?

We’ll work together to reshape your career narrative and build professional confidence. You’ll know exactly what steps to take—both big and small—toward making your data career dreams a reality. 

I don’t promise shortcuts, but I do promise clarity and strategy that works.

I’ve logged thousands of hours helping people pivot, through content, 1:1, and group coaching. I’ve refined hundreds of resumes and profiles to highlight what works. I’ve guided over 100 people into roles they once thought unattainable.

I’ve put in the work so you can succeed with confidence.

To be real…

I’m bringing my years of expertise and practical knowledge of the data field to each session. Your success isn’t just my goal—it’s my mission.

🔥 “I was at a very low point when we met and wasn't really sure what to do next but the advice Matt gave me helped me get just those next couple interviews that I needed and I was able to secure a job.” - Denzel H., Data Analyst

4 ways I can help you:

1. Power Hour - We'll create a personal roadmap in 1 hour
2. Coaching Program - 4 sessions, each with a theme
3. Coaching Subscription - We meet monthly
4. Free content - Learn free on LinkedIn, Substack, and YouTube

Sound good?

You can check out my pricing and availability here:

https://calendly.com/matt_mike/60-min-data-career-roadmap

Questions? Send me a DM at any time.

Appreciate you reading. You rock!

Want to become a Data Analyst? Here's my 100% free roadmap:

Overview:
→ Fastest way to become a data analyst: https://lnkd.in/gEzyDcbH
→ What does a data analyst actually do? https://lnkd.in/gKhSYW_f

Skills:
→ How to learn SQL FAST: https://lnkd.in/gPuA8NuW
→ Fastest way to learn Power BI: https://lnkd.in/gFPwTFNy
→ Essential Excel functions: https://lnkd.in/ghr_BzJ9
→ Pass the PL-300: https://lnkd.in/gdpMZDJN
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Portfolio/LinkedIn/Resume:
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→ Optimize your LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gASPcE4s
→ Create a resume (free template): https://lnkd.in/gqeyVk6e

Interviewing:
→ Ace your next SQL interview: https://lnkd.in/grZzewTi
→ Ace your next Power BI interview: https://lnkd.in/gYYwm7js

Career Advancement:
→ Get ahead of 99% of data analysts: https://lnkd.in/gergKwKj
→ The key to growing your data career: https://lnkd.in/gUVBKkZD
→ Skills to get you promoted from junior to senior analyst: https://lnkd.in/gbvX2jhU

Hope this helps! All videos created by yours truly 😊

Enjoy!

Business Intelligence Developer 🤘 | Black Rock Coffee Bar ⚡️ | Power BI | YouTube @ Matt Mike

Greg Deckler finally published the book I've been waiting years for him to release.

𝘋𝘈𝘟 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘴 is finally here!

It's essentially a "No CALCULATE" guide.

I first learned about the no calculate approach a couple of years ago from Brian Julius and Greg Deckler.

Greg has essentially been the pioneer for this shift.

By changing the approach to your DAX formula structure, you can make your code:

- Leaner
- Faster
- Simpler

And now there's an entire book on how to do it!

(Plus the cover looks epic)

If you want build better performing reports more easily, then I HIGHLY recommend checking out Greg's book.

https://packt.link/3X2k9

I've been loving it so far.

♻️ Repost for the Power BI junkies out there

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PS - Have you heard of the "No Calculate" approach to DAX before?

#packtpartner

I'll be honest, most "bootcamps" are practically scams.

Oftentimes, it's WAY too much money for WAYYY too little value.

It's always one or more of the following:

- Insane $$$ for a self-paced course.
- Live sessions that provide 0 value.
- You actually learn very little.

I've seen them all...

But there is one that has always stood out to me.

Avery Smith's 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺.

In short, it has insane value.

And right now he's running an "𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁," that provides even MORE value than usual.

Here's what you get and why I think it's a good choice:

→ 9+ Real-World, Guided Data Projects 
→ Resume, LinkedIn, & Job Hunting Help 
→ Exclusive Private Community 
→ Weekly Live Office Hours 
→ Lifetime Access to all future updates
→ Monthly Networking Meetings 
→ Internship Opportunity

But that's just what's in the normal program.

Here's what the I𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 gives you on top of that:

→ Data Roadmap Video Review from Avery
→ Exclusive Insider Kickoff Call
→ LinkedIn Shoutout
→ Ask Avery Anything session
→ 1:1 Coaching Call with Avery

ALL of that together is about as good as it gets.

And it starts tomorrow 😯

I've seen online SQL courses that go for the same price (and no I am not joking).

So if you've been looking for a genuinely good data bootcamp, this is the one.

https://lnkd.in/gR9kq_r5

♻️ Repost if you know someone who should join.

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PS - ever had Texas bbq Mexican fusion? I have and it was legendary 🌮

I've updated my resume 100s of times.

The hardest part of updating it is knowing how well it aligns with my target role.

And an off-target resume = wasted opportunities.

Well, I built something to help with that using Replit .

Without writing code.

It's crazy.

All I did was explain what I wanted with natural language prompting. Again, no code required.

And in 30 minutes, I got this automation!

Using 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟯, I can do this:
→ Select my target role
→ Upload my resume
→ Get my score and breakdown
→ View my suggestions to improve my resume

(and it has dark mode 😎)

Now, my app gives me instant feedback.

Which means less time wasted.

It's a great starting point for knowing where to focus.

Comment "𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱" and I'll give you:
- Access to the app
- The prompt I used to build it

♻️ Repost if you know someone who could benefit.

PS - Have you built any cool stuff with AI?

#replitpartner

Everyone wants AI agents.

But almost nobody has the workflow to support them.

And honestly, I get it. The hype is real.

We’re entering an era where AI isn’t just a chatbot anymore. It can do things: 

- Prep data
- Build logic
- Run analysis, 
- Even chain steps together on its own.

That’s why everyone keeps throwing around words like “AI workflows” and “Agentic Analytics.”

It’s not just jargon. Not anymore.

Rather, it’s describing a shift where analytics stops being a manual, tool-hopping grind and starts becoming something that feels closer to having an intelligent co-worker sitting inside your data stack.

𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺:

Most companies aren’t set up for that future.

Not even close.

Because even if you hand an AI agent superpowers, it can’t magically navigate:

→ 14 versions of the same dataset
→ Conflicting metric definitions
→ Siloed business logic
→ Or workflows that still depend on begging another team for access

It’s a workflow problem, more than anything.

And it’s the reason so many teams get excited about agent-driven analytics, but can’t actually adopt it in a meaningful way.

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗺𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Prophecy is showing how AI-native workflows on Databricks can shrink analysis timelines from weeks to minutes.

- Business teams get autonomy.
- Platform teams keep governance.
- Analysts stop babysitting pipelines.

𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: It’s what people think Agentic Analytics looks like, but implemented in a real enterprise environment.

If you’ve been curious about how AI agents actually fit into modern analytics, I'd check this out.

Register for the 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 here: https://lnkd.in/gqhDhV7d

♻️ Repost to spread the word 

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PS - Has your team adopted AI into your workflow yet?

#prophecypartner

There’s a huge delusion about bootcamps and courses.

A lot of people assume taking one will get them a job.

But that’s not actually how the hiring process works.

You take courses and enroll in bootcamps to learn skills.

And ideally, also:
• Gain practical experience
• Build a portfolio of projects
• Navigate the job market and stand out

The skills qualify you for the job and the rest is what’s meant to help you actually land a job.

Now that doesn’t mean that having a bootcamp cert on your resume can’t help. It might. That just shouldn’t be what you’re banking on (and trust me, plenty of people do bank on it).

And I’ll say this, when it comes to bootcamps, my favorite is definitely the 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 by Avery Smith.

It has the best value of any other program I’ve come across.

Not only does he teach you the fundamental technical skills you need to know to become a Data Analyst, but you’ll also get access to stuff like this:

• Hands-on projects
• Resume and LinkedIn help
• A private community
• Weekly office hours
• Networking meetings
• An internship opportunity (HUGE!)

…and more, but those are some of the highlights.

His December cohort starts soon, so if you’re looking to end the year with a bang, now’s your chance.

You can check out the program here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gR9kq_r5

♻️ Repost if you know someone who could benefit

PS - Alumni students, how was your experience? What was your favorite part of the program?

Business Intelligence Developer 🤘 | Black Rock Coffee Bar ⚡️ | Power BI | YouTube @ Matt Mike | Helping you grow your data career

The YouTube creator experience:

"This video is terrible. You should commit seppuku."

"This video is amazing! You're the best!!!"

This is the BEST time of year to learn new data skills.

Why? Black Friday = 50% all 600+ DataCamp courses.

And it's happening right now.

(Just a few more days!)

𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 → https://lnkd.in/gRjYRUu2

I'm a huge fan of DataCamp and started learning with them years back. I still use their courses and still love them.

𝗜'𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀:

(Great if you’re trying to change careers, break into data, or learn AI)

Data Analyst → https://lnkd.in/g2G9YgCU
Data Science → https://lnkd.in/gSHbq-qK
AI Engineering → https://lnkd.in/ga-F9Mg7

𝗢𝗿 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮 𝗯𝗶𝘁:

Python: https://lnkd.in/gy-QZRcp
SQL: https://lnkd.in/gmdS3rwb

These are a few of my favorite features of the platform:

- Very practical. Lot's of practice & projects
- Built in coding IDE. No setup required
- Comprehensive learning paths

I first started with DataCamp during a Black Friday sale just like this. It's a great time to take advantage if you've been on the fence and want to learn some new skills.

♻️ Repost to spread the word!

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PS - Look at this massive redwood tree! Took this in the Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. Beautiful little hike.

#datacamppartner

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