Samuel Donabedian

About Samuel Donabedian

For over two decades, I have been a dedicated expert in Business Intelligence, Reporting, and Analytics, specializing in translating complex, raw data into the definitive strategies that fuel high-growth organizations. I operate at the crucial intersection of technology and business strategy, consistently delivering high-performance results in every assignment. I don\'t simply manage data; I architect entire data ecosystems, empowering leadership with the clarity needed to make critical, revenue-driving decisions.I thrive in highly demanding, fast-paced environments where agility is paramount and delivering under pressure is the expectation. My career has been defined by an unwavering commitment to project completion, excelling in roles that require handling multiple, simultaneous jobs with aggressive deadlines. I am a well-respected and highly motivated professional, constantly seeking complex challenges that allow me to apply strategic vision and technical mastery to unlock significant business value. I am an accomplished leader known for managing, mentoring, and developing high-performing analytics teams to consistently deliver technical excellence and outstanding results. Equally important, I am deeply committed to giving back to the community through active volunteering and supporting philanthropic initiatives. My goal is always to move beyond simple reporting and transform data into a competitive advantage.

Experience

1. Director, Business Intelligence & Analytics

   Ocean State Job Lot

   Aug 2019 — Present · North Kingstown, RI, US

   Lead and mentor a high-performing team of BI developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, advanced skill development, and accountability for delivering high-quality analytical products.• Manage all facets of the BI function, including the annual budget, vendor relationships, strategic roadmap, and the development of comprehensive Data Governance policies to ensure data integrity and compliance.• Orchestrate the complete modernization of the Business Intelligence (BI) technology stack, leading the adoption and integration of cutting-edge cloud platforms, including Google Cloud Platform, Google BigQuery, Domo and Qlik.• Establish a future-proof, scalable data infrastructure and service layer, specifically engineering the environment to support advanced AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science initiatives.• Translate complex analytical findings into actionable business strategies, advising executive stakeholders and consistently enabling data-informed decisions that optimize retail performance and enhance profitability.• Drive data democratization across the enterprise by implementing and promoting robust self-service analytics data models, empowering business-side citizen developers to build customized reports and accelerate time-to-insight.• Continuously elevate the efficiency and effectiveness of the analytics practice by proactively monitoring industry trends and rigorously evaluating and improving existing processes, tools, and methodologies.

Education

• University of Rhode Island

  BS, Management Information Systems / Business Management

  1999 — 2003

• University of Rhode Island

  MBA, Business Administration

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Data Modeling
• Reporting Systems
• Analysis
• Business Objects
• Medicaid
• Requirements Analysis
• Employee Benefits
• Data Warehousing
• Pharmacy Benefit Management
• Business Requirements
• Databases
• Business Analytics
• Microsoft Excel
• Healthcare
• Requirements Gathering
• Enterprise Software
• Leadership
• Business Intelligence
• Healthcare Information Technology
• Pharmacy
• Analytics
• Software Documentation
• Sdlc
• Business Analysis
• Account Management
• Management
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Microstrategy
• Crystal Reports
• Sharepoint
• Training
• Process Improvement
• Cognos
• Managed Care
• Microsoft Reporting Service
• Hipaa
• Reporting and Analytics
• Sagent
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management