Mike Kirtley

About Mike Kirtley

I make complex problems simple. I’m a data and analytics leader with 14+ years at ManpowerGroup, driving analytics transformation across Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions RPO. I lead teams that build scalable data systems, interactive analytics applications, and KPI frameworks that turn complexity into clarity and insight into impact.My work connects analytics strategy to P&L performance, operational efficiency, long-term growth, and customer engagement. I lead the development of modern data infrastructure, analytics solutions, and interactive application frameworks across Azure and Snowflake, using App Services and scalable cloud architecture to accelerate decision-making, sales enablement, productivity, and measurable business outcomes.I specialize in enterprise accountability and performance measurement, designing KPI frameworks that scale across brands, functions, platforms, and organizational levels. These frameworks align strategic objectives with local execution, creating transparency and accountability from the field to the executive suite. I also contribute to research and thought leadership in analytics and people analytics, helping shape workforce strategy, recruiting, role and function design, skills adjacency, talent development, customer engagement, and sales effectiveness.I’m known as a collaborative communicator and influential leader who helps cross-functional teams navigate ambiguity with clarity and purpose. My background spans modern data platforms, cloud analytics architecture, and AI-enabled solution development focused on scalable business impact.

Experience

1. Director, Na Data & Analytics

   ManpowerGroup

   Aug 2021 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

   Oversee data quality and strategy for a Fortune 500 enterprise, including KPI frameworks, semantic models, and analytics infrastructure that connect data strategy to business performance. Drive efficiency, accountability, and enablement through automation, governance, and architecture that scale across platforms and organizational levels.Lead a team of data engineers building automated, scalable pipelines that integrate multiple systems and applications into aligned, normalized, and enriched data sources. These pipelines power statistical and AI models, as well as cross-functional dashboards and analytics used by Sales, Operations, and Delivery teams across North American Manpower and Experis.Bring 15+ years of analytics experience, including deployment of generative AI in enterprise environments. Expertise spans Python, R, SQL, and cloud platforms (Azure, Snowflake), with strong grounding in DevOps/MLOps, NLP, time-series forecasting, and computational finance. Deep understanding of AI governance ensures responsible use of modern AI systems that enhance productivity, insight, and business outcomes.

Education

• GIA (Gemological Institute of America)

  GG, Graduate Gemologist

  2000 — 2001

• UC San Diego

  BA, Media

  1996 — 2000

Skills

• Salesforce.com
• Consulting
• Sales Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Financial Analysis
• Alteryx
• Salesforce.com Administration
• Tableau
• Customer Relations
• Leadership
• Business Analytics
• Account Management
• Regression Analysis
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Data Analysis
• Research
• Crm
• Analytics
• Sales Compensation
• Business Strategy
• Excel
• Strategy
• Training
• Sales Process
• Public Speaking
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Strategic Planning
• Sales
• Talent Acquisition
• Business Development
• Marketing Research