Austin Merck
About Austin Merck
Austin Merck is a Data Analyst in Professional Services at Club Automation, where he has also taken on the role of Video Production & Design Manager. He has a background in economics and has held various positions in data management and training across different organizations, including Youth For Christ USA Inc. and Northwestern Mutual.
Work at Club Automation
Austin Merck currently holds two positions at Club Automation: Data Analyst - Professional Services and Video Production & Design Manager. He has been with the company since 2019, initially serving as a Software Trainer for two years. In his role as Data Analyst, he is responsible for overseeing data migrations and managing data validation processes for customer data migrations. He leads client-facing calls to understand unique business practices and develops tailored data import plans. Austin also played a key role in establishing the Data Analyst position at Club Automation, being the first to hold this title.
Education and Expertise
Austin Merck earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with minors in Mathematics and Psychology from Wheaton College, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of data-driven decision-making. This educational experience supports his current roles, particularly in data analysis and project management within the professional services sector.
Background
Before joining Club Automation, Austin Merck held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Campus Life Ministry Director at Youth For Christ USA Inc. for one year in the Greater Chicago Area. Additionally, he served as a Financial Consultant at Northwestern Mutual for five months in 2018. His early career also includes roles at Wheaton College, where he worked as a Carpenter, Orientation Leader, and Outdoor & Adventure Leadership Intern.
Achievements
Austin Merck has made significant contributions to Club Automation, particularly in the formation and development of the Data Analyst role. He has successfully overseen multiple data migration projects, each lasting 12 to 16 weeks, ensuring that customer data is accurately validated and imported. His leadership in client-facing communications has enabled him to create customized data import plans that align with client needs.