Nicholas Rico Gauthier

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ABOUT NICHOLAS RICO GAUTHIER

As a seasoned Sales Operations and Analytics Manager at Akoya Bioscience, I leverage a unique blend of business acumen, data visualization expertise, and strategic planning to drive significant improvements in sales performance and operational efficiency. With over eight years of experience in the industry, I\'ve successfully led transformative initiatives that optimize data integrity, enhance forecasting accuracy, and streamline sales processes.At Akoya Bioscience, I spearheaded the design and launch of a comprehensive BI platform in Tableau, which is integrated with our ERP system for real-time revenue tracking. This initiative not only improved data accuracy and reduced reporting lag by 50%, but also provided our leadership with the insights needed to make informed strategic decisions. Additionally, I developed and optimized a robust data flow using Tableau Prep, ensuring 100% data integrity and significantly reducing data processing time.Throughout my career, I\'ve demonstrated a commitment to driving sales productivity and operational excellence. I\'ve integrated over 30 interactive dashboards in Tableau, established a sales incentive program for 70 sales reps, and pioneered a commission platform (Xactly) for the organization. My efforts have consistently led to significant improvements in productivity, accuracy, and efficiency across various sales operations.My technical skills include proficiency in Tableau (Desktop, Prep, Server), PowerBI, Xactly, Salesforce (CRM), PowerPivot, QlikView, and Microsoft Excel/Office. I\'m also knowledgeable in Python, statistical/data packages (NumPy, Pandas), and SQL.With a Bachelor of Science dual major in Business Management & Economics from Westfield State University, I am well-equipped to continue delivering value and driving success in sales operations and analytics.