Velocity Analytics

► Partner with companies to design, implement, and manage the data lakehouse architecture, integrating ETL/data pipelines to support business intelligence and machine learning initiatives.

► Member of the Catalant and MeasureMatch consulting platforms - top 5% in consulting talent. 

► Primary tools/languages: Azure, Databricks, Power BI, Python, PySpark, SQL, Spark SQL.

Independent Data Engineering + Analytics Consultant

INNOCEAN USA

► Daily management of four primary data sources and pipelines for Kia and Genesis, approximately 1 billion rows.

► Transitioned data engineering pipelines and processes from a custom, homemade solution to the Databricks platform.

► Streamlined Adobe Analytics reporting, leveraging raw data feeds over traditional reporting methods. This change saved time and delivered more granular insights in an automated fashion.

► Primary tools/languages: AWS, Databricks, Tableau, PostgreSQL, Python, PySpark, SQL, Spark SQL.

Data Engineer

Driven Brands Inc.

► Developed a cutting-edge predictive model for Take 5 Oil Change, utilizing customers' vehicle types and driving habits to accurately forecast their next service dates. 25% increase in marketing ROI.

► Designed and automated the ETL processes for predictive models using Apache Airflow, ensuring the seamless scheduling, execution, and monitoring of data pipelines and campaign operations.

► Facilitated CRM upgrade to Salesforce, seamlessly integrating predictive models for Take 5 Oil Change, boosting precision in customer targeting and significantly enhancing marketing ROI efficiency.

Data Scientist

Grubb Properties

► Conducted comprehensive financial due diligence for multifamily and office acquisitions, including detailed rent and expense analyses to assess profitability and risk.

► Led market research studies for development opportunities, providing critical insights into local trends, demand, and competitive landscape.

► Executed thorough lease audits for prospective acquisitions, ensuring accuracy in financial modeling and alignment with market benchmarks.

Senior Investment Analyst

Alcoa

► Spearheaded organizational and compensation analyses for GPP's global workforce of 18,000+ across multiple regions, influencing high-level strategic decisions.

► Crafted key management scorecards and tools, enabling data-driven decision-making and performance tracking for senior executives.

► Performance tracking for senior executives. Enhanced strategic oversight across US, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Australia, and Saudi Arabia through tailored analyses and actionable insights.

Analyst, Global Talent Management Analytics

DenTek Oral Care, Inc.

► Pioneered the development and implementation of advanced financial and operational analysis tools, markedly improving financial planning and reporting efficiency.

► Created comprehensive financial reports and presentations, delivering critical insights to the company's bank, management team, and board of directors.

► Enhanced strategic decision-making and stakeholder communication through meticulous preparation and analysis of financial data.

Financial Analyst

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

► Conducted in-depth analyses on return on equity, cost of debt, and capital structure, crucial for valuing rates for regulated natural gas pipelines and electric utilities.

► Played a key role in formal negotiations, engaging with executives, consultants, and lawyers from energy companies in rate cases exceeding $500 million.

► Leveraged financial expertise in high-stakes settings, impacting rate development and negotiations for significant energy projects.

Financial Analyst/Energy Analyst

United States Marine Corps

► Served as a logistics and supply non-commissioned officer, gaining extensive experience in military logistics and supply chain management.

► Lived in Iwakuni, Japan for 2 years, participating in Cobra Gold training in Thailand, enhancing international cooperation skills.

► Deployed to Iraq from Camp Pendleton, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Sergeant

My name is Brandon Young, and I'm a Marine Veteran who specializes in helping companies leverage data to uncover insights, make predictions, and inform decisions.

I started my career in finance and transitioned into data and technology 7 years ago. Possessing both business acumen and technical skills, I'm passionate about leveraging data and technology to challenge the status quo. With years of experience as a data engineering and data science consultant, I can design and implement sophisticated data systems at scale (billions of records).

Technical skills:

Languages: Python, PySpark, SQL 
Databases: Delta (lakehouse), BigQuery, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL
Engineering Tools: Databricks, cloud functions, function apps, logic apps, Apache Airflow
Cloud platforms: Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud
BI Tools: Power BI, Tableau

Domain expertise: finance, real estate, energy, automotive services, and CRM marketing.

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