Scott Burkhardt
About Scott Burkhardt
Scott Burkhardt serves as the Director of Enterprise Architecture at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in analytics and IT management, having worked at Brown-Forman in various roles since 2011 and previously at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.
Work at Brown-Forman
Scott Burkhardt has been employed at Brown-Forman since 2011. He currently holds the position of Director of Enterprise Architecture, a role he has occupied since 2022. Prior to this, he served as Master Analytics Architect for 13 years. His responsibilities include overseeing the architectural framework and analytics strategies within the organization. Additionally, he worked as Manager of IT for the North America Region from 2007 to 2011, where he managed IT operations and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Scott Burkhardt earned his MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, studying from 1990 to 1993. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern University, which he completed between 2013 and 2016. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Science in Systems Analysis from Miami University, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in management, analytics, and systems analysis.
Background
Before joining Brown-Forman, Scott Burkhardt worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company as an Applications Analyst from 1989 to 2000. His experience at Goodyear spanned 11 years, during which he focused on application development and support. This role contributed to his expertise in IT and analytics, which he has further developed throughout his career at Brown-Forman.
Career Progression
Scott Burkhardt has demonstrated a steady career progression in the field of IT and analytics. He began his career at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, where he spent 11 years as an Applications Analyst. Following this, he transitioned to Brown-Forman, where he has held multiple roles, including Manager of IT North America Region and Master Analytics Architect, before becoming Director of Enterprise Architecture. His extensive experience in both analytics and enterprise architecture reflects his commitment to advancing technology solutions within organizations.