Scott Kohls
System Manager - Artificial Intelligence and Robotics at Western & Southern Financial Group
- Role
- System Manager - Artificial Intelligence and Robotics at Western & Southern Financial Group
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Scott Kohls
Versatile and results-driven IT leader with a strong foundation in business analysis and a proven track record managing robotic process automation (RPA) initiatives in the financial services industry. Currently lead a team of business analysts and developers using UiPath to deliver scalable automation solutions that streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance compliance. Recognized for strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a hands-on approach to drive project success and deliver measurable business value. Adept at bridging the gap between business needs and technical execution to enable smarter, more efficient operations.Key Competencies• Problem Solving • Collaboration Skills • Elicitation Techniques • Drive Creative Conversations • Organization Skills • Outstanding Communication• Requirement Documentation • Decision Making Skills • Leadership SkillsThe postings on this site are my own and do not represent in any way Western & Southern Financial Group\'s (including its member companies) positions, strategies or opinions.
Experience
System Manager - Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Western & Southern Financial Group
Nov 2023 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US
Lead a team of IT professionals in designing and implementing robotic process automation (RPA) solutions using UiPath to drive operational efficiency across the organization. Partner with business units to identify high-impact automation opportunities that align with strategic goals, improving accuracy, compliance, and scalability. Oversee the full automation lifecycle—from opportunity assessment to development, deployment, and ongoing support—ensuring successful adoption and measurable business results. These initiatives have delivered significant cost savings, reduced manual effort, and enhanced overall productivity in key financial operations.• Promoted to manager of Robotic Process Automation team from an individual contributor on same team• Manage team of internal associates and on-shore and off-shore contractors.• Implemented new RPA project process that reduced project times by 25% while maintaining high quality standards.• Led initiatives to expand automation to all departments within the enterprise, citizen development expansion and governance, and updating system architecture for RPA processes.• Created knowledge transfer program to develop robust documentation and mitigate knowledge gaps within the RPA team.• Increased volume of RPA transactions, cost savings, and time savings by 50%.• Led team that implemented doubled number of automations in production in 18 months,
Education
Xavier University - Williams College of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Intelligence
2019 — 2021
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sport Management / Marketing
1996 — 2000
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Education - BEd, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
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