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Tom Wilson

@tomwilson

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Hands-on data transformational leader with extensive analytics experience.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my strategic thinking and allows me to lead transformative data initiatives, fostering innovation and collaboration within a dynamic team.

I am a hands-on data transformational leader with over 25 years of experience in building and growing capabilities in Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Data Migration, and Data Integration. My expertise lies in converting visions into actionable roadmaps and driving projects to deliver discernible results efficiently. I have a proven track record of designing and delivering complex programs across various industries, including banking, retail, and healthcare.

As the Director of Data and Analytics at Bank of Montreal, I have successfully led significant data migration projects and established a robust analytics environment. My role involved auditing projects, providing strategic feedback to senior leadership, and spearheading data extraction processes using Python and AWS technologies. My leadership has consistently resulted in increased team velocity and reporting accuracy, enabling organizations to save millions of dollars.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my ability to mentor teams, refine business visions into tangible offerings, and deliver high-priority projects under tight budgets and timelines. I am passionate about leveraging data to drive business success and am committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director Data and Analytics

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Bank of Montreal

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Led the technical design and implementation of data migration projects, ensuring efficient extraction processes using Python and AWS technologies. Created a reporting system to enhance team velocity and reporting accuracy across global teams.

Data Migration AWS Python Data Analytics Reporting Systems Project Management Team Leadership Data Integration Business Intelligence

Head of Data Analytics

Innovapost

Jul 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Resolved critical variances in user acceptance testing and acted as a trusted advisor to refine business vision into tangible offerings. Secured funding for enterprise projects and defined KPIs for business teams.

User Acceptance Testing Project Management KPIs Business Analytics Stakeholder Management Team Collaboration Data Strategy

Lead and Data Architect

Canadian Tire Corporation

Mar 2014 - Jul 2021 (7 years 4 months)

Led a transformation program involving multiple projects, delivering significant savings through agile workflows. Directed teams across continents and utilized cloud technologies for high-profile projects.

Agile Methodologies Data Architecture Cloud Technologies Project Management Team Leadership Data Warehousing Business Intelligence

Cognos Designer

Cognos

Apr 2013 - Mar 2014 (11 months)

Developed reporting systems that saved over $1 million annually and created frameworks for e-commerce reporting, significantly enhancing sales analytics.

Cognos Reporting Systems SQL Data Analysis Financial Reporting Business Intelligence

Data Modeler

Loblaw Companies Limited

Jul 2012 - Apr 2013 (9 months)

Designed conformed dimensions for business intelligence and performed technical reviews that saved thousands of hours in rework across multiple data warehousing projects.

Data Modeling Business Intelligence Data Warehousing Quality Assurance Process Improvement

Business Intelligence Architect

Dimensional Strategies Inc.

Nov 2004 - Jul 2012 (7 years 8 months)

Established data and analytics foundations for clients, delivering automated reporting solutions that resulted in significant cost savings and improved insights across various industries.

Data Analytics Business Intelligence Client Management Data Warehousing Project Management

Data Warehouse Developer

Magna Services Incorporated

Feb 2004 - Nov 2004 (9 months)

Maintained company-wide data warehouses, ensuring data integrity and availability for international operations.

Data Warehousing Data Management SQL Data Integrity ETL Processes

Senior Business Analyst

The Dominion of Canada General Insurance Company

Jan 2002 - Feb 2004 (2 years 1 month)

Collaborated with executives to define analysis systems and delivered advanced analysis capabilities under budget and time constraints, training staff nationwide.

Business Analysis Data Analysis Training Project Management Stakeholder Engagement