Stephen Payne
About Stephen Payne
Stephen Payne serves as the IT Manager of GIS and Digital Imagery at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in IT and data science, with previous roles at American Electric Power and Kenyon College, and holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science.
Work at American Electric Power
Stephen Payne has held multiple roles at American Electric Power (AEP) since his initial internship in 2008. He served as a Software Development Intern for three months, followed by a Planning Intern position in 2007 for two months. He progressed to the role of Senior Data Scientist from 2016 to 2017, where he worked for ten months. Subsequently, he became a Senior IT Architect, serving from 2017 to 2021 for four years. Currently, he is the IT Manager of GIS and Digital Imagery, a position he has held since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Payne earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Capital University - School of Management, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2011 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, Math, and Computational Science, which he completed from 2005 to 2009. His expertise includes agile methodology and the Scrum framework, which he applies in his current role at AEP. His educational background has helped him develop a customer-focused approach that he integrates into his technical work.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Stephen Payne worked at Kenyon College as a Library and Information Systems Assistant from 2003 to 2006 for three years. His early career included various internships and roles at AEP, where he gained experience in software development, data science, and IT architecture. This diverse background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of both technical and managerial aspects in the energy sector.
Career Progression
Stephen Payne's career at American Electric Power reflects a steady progression through various technical and managerial roles. Starting as an intern, he gained valuable experience that led to his positions as a Senior Data Scientist and Senior IT Architect. His current role as IT Manager of GIS and Digital Imagery demonstrates his ability to blend technical skills with business acumen, aiming to create innovative solutions within the organization.