Me, myself and BI

When it comes to me, there are two personalities living within me. One is highly creative, while the other is super structured, with a love for math, programming, and a strong business orientation. For a long time, I struggled to find something that makes both happy. Either it was too analytical, leaving no room for creativity, or it was too creative so it was no money earning idea. Then I discovered Power BI, and suddenly everything I love to do made sense. Power BI allows me to combine content design with analytical deep dives, which is why I enjoy analyzing data and making it not only visible but—more importantly—understandable for the user.

Besides that, I am also deeply interested in Data Management and Data Governance, which is why I wrote my master’s thesis (2024) on "Data Governance as a Risk Minimizer for Self-Service BI in Management Reporting."

The reason for this is clear: You can be the best analyst in the world, but if the input—the data—is flawed, then your analysis will be worthless. And we can’t afford that, because these days, companies can only be successful if their data quality:

• Fits the purpose,
• Is accurate, and
• Is accessible in the required way, all while complying with regulations.

The first 15 years of my career were spent in large global players in plant engineering, where I gained valuable experience. Some of the key skills I developed during this time include:

• Developing and introducing standards and guidelines in organizations
• Managing projects with challenging deadlines
• Gathering requirements and creating (Excel-based) tools for structural calculations, as well as integrating data from various products—such as compiling master data from filters to automate structural calculations, enabling sales teams to estimate the weight of supporting structures
• Optimizing processes and quality management
• Working with hybrid teams across different cultures

These skills are still highly relevant in BI and make my work much easier today. What I don’t miss are the endless discussions with minimal outcomes that were all too common in those big companies. Now, I’m grateful to work with people who value progress and results, and who appreciate my persistent and focused approach to finding efficient, practical solutions for their challenges.

• since 2022 participating in several trainings regarding Power BI
• 2022-2024 MBA General Management 
• 2006-2013 Diplom Studies Civil Engineering| University Dresden

More information about my professional background and education can be found on LinkedIn.