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Brandon Ritchie

@brandonritchie

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Data analytics engineer with expertise in data pipelines and solutions.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, encourages innovation, and values data-driven decision-making.

I am a data analytics engineer with four years of experience in designing and maintaining data pipelines and analytics solutions. My expertise lies in utilizing Python, PySpark, and T-SQL to tackle complex data projects, ensuring that data is not only accessible but also actionable for business intelligence objectives.

Currently, I work as a Business Intelligence Analyst II at AgReserves, Inc., where I spearhead the modernization of data pipelines and have successfully implemented a robust data quality framework. My previous roles have allowed me to lead significant statistical studies and develop predictive models that have directly influenced critical business decisions. I am passionate about leveraging data to drive insights and improve operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Business Intelligence Analyst II

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AgReserves, Inc.

Apr 2025 - Present (3 months)

Spearheaded the modernization of on-premise T-SQL data pipelines to PySpark in Microsoft Fabric, optimizing workflows to support business intelligence objectives. Designed and developed scalable star schema data models in SQL Server to improve data accessibility and analytics for four key departments.

T SQL Pyspark Microsoft Fabric SQL Server Data Modeling

Business Intelligence Analyst I

AgReserves, Inc.

May 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Led a statistical study applying a linear mixed-effects model in R to analyze cattle weight gain, providing key data that supported a multi-million dollar C-Suite outsourcing decision. Built a scikit-learn neural network to forecast national corn yield by county using USDA and Earth Engine data, directly influencing budget planning.

R scikit learn Neural Networks Time Series Analysis Statistical Modeling

Analytics Project Manager

RBDC

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Directed the full-lifecycle development of a web scraping application for competitor benchmarking, leading project from conception to delivery.

Project Management Web Scraping Data Analysis Software Development Lifecycle

Data Analyst - Student Team Lead

BYU-Idaho

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Provided technical work direction and training for 5 new analysts in Power BI and R, accelerating the onboarding process and improving team capabilities. Engineered an automated reporting solution in R to ensure ongoing availability of semester data, saving over 120 hours of manual processing annually.

Power BI R Data Analysis Team Leadership Stakeholder Management

Student Data Analyst

BYU-Idaho

Apr 2020 - Present (5 years 3 months)

Created and maintained Power BI reports that improved data visibility and decision-making for approximately 100 users.

Power BI Data Visualization Data Reporting Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Georgia Institute of Technology

MS, Computational Data Analytics

Pursued a Master of Science in Computational Data Analytics, focusing on advanced data analysis techniques and computational methods. Developed expertise in designing and maintaining data pipelines and analytics solutions.

Brigham Young University - Idaho

BS, Data Science

Activities and societies: President / VP of Projects, Data Science Society

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Data Science with a minor in Finance. Gained foundational knowledge in data science principles, statistical analysis, and financial concepts.