Justin Hiltabidel

About Justin Hiltabidel

I build operating models that make data trustworthy, autonomous, and decision-ready at scale. My approach blends governance, automation, and analytics into a framework that drives measurable business outcomes, without compromising compliance or control.What I bring- Enterprise Data Strategy aligned to business goals and objectives - Governance Frameworks and KPI-driven decision systems - AI & Intelligent Automation for scalable data management - Change leadership and literacy enablement across the enterprise - Federated Data Stewardship to embed accountability across the enterpriseMy playbook is simple: Focus on developing a world-class organization, deliver autonomous data management, and ensure best-in-class technology solutions are employed to deliver transformation that sticks. Passionate about turning complex data ecosystems into agile, intelligent platforms for growth.Always open to connecting with leaders shaping the future of data.

Experience

1. Senior Manager - Data Management Solutions

   GALLO

   Jan 2019 — Present · Modesto, CA, US

   Company Context:Gallo is one of the largest alcohol beverage companies globally, with a complex, and highly regulated, supply chain as well as diverse product portfolio.Scope:Lead enterprise data strategy and operating model across governance, master data, automation, and applied AI. Chair Enterprise Data Governance Board and influence C-Suite on data strategy, policy, and investment.Current Focus- KPI-driven data fabric architecture - Autonomous data management and intelligent automation - AI pilots for proactive governance and decision intelligence - Federated Data Stewardship model for distributed accountability - Data literacy and community engagementAccomplishments- Established governance platform and embedded rule lifecycle controls for compliance and audit readiness - Scaled automation and advanced AI pilots to enable proactive governance and decision intelligence - Built and scaled a high-performing team fo data engineers, automation developers, data scientists, and stewards while directing dotted-line resources across the enterprise - Developed multi-year data strategy aligned to corporate OGSM and operationalized through quarerly forums

Education

• Indiana University - Kelley School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2016 — 2018

• California State University, Stanislaus

  Bachelor's degree, Accounting

  2005 — 2010

• California State University, Stanislaus

  Bachelor's degree, Music performance

  2005 — 2010

Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Financial Analysis
• Music
• Cost Accounting
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Managerial Finance
• Financial Reporting
• Microsoft Office
• Budgets
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Journal Entries
• Variance Analysis
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Leadership
• Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Process Improvement
• Gaap