Tim Hoolihan
About Tim Hoolihan
Tim Hoolihan serves as the National AI Capability Lead at Centric Consulting, where he focuses on empowering team members to excel in their work. With a background in data science and analytics, he has held various leadership roles, including Senior Director at DialogTech and Vice President at Level Seven.
Work at Centric Consulting
Tim Hoolihan currently serves as the National AI Capability Lead at Centric Consulting, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance business capabilities. Prior to this, he was the Practice Lead for Data and Analytics at Centric Consulting from 2019 to 2024, where he established a local Data & Analytics practice for the Cleveland Business Unit. His work involved developing regional business capabilities and building a team dedicated to data-driven solutions.
Education and Expertise
Tim Hoolihan earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Management & Information Systems from Kent State University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in data science and analytics, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles. His focus on understanding clients' primary goals allows him to tailor AI and data solutions effectively.
Background
Tim Hoolihan has a diverse professional background in technology and data analytics. He began his career as a Systems Analyst at FirstEnergy from 2001 to 2004, followed by a role as a Programmer at Nexagen USA from 2004 to 2007. He then served as Vice President & CTO at Level Seven from 2007 to 2015, where he built a custom technical consulting practice with over 25 employees. His experience includes significant roles in data science and analytics, particularly at DialogTech, where he contributed to projects that led to the company's acquisition by Invoca.
Achievements
During his tenure at DialogTech from 2015 to 2019, Tim Hoolihan implemented deep learning conversational analytics projects, which played a crucial role in the company's strategic growth and eventual acquisition. His leadership in building a local Data & Analytics practice at Centric Consulting demonstrates his ability to foster team development and regional business capabilities. Hoolihan advocates for an upside-down leadership style, emphasizing the empowerment of team members to achieve their best work.