Paul Ross
About Paul Ross
Paul Ross is a Reporting Analyst at Entain, with a background in business intelligence and game design. He has worked at Patagonia in various roles and holds degrees in Information Science and Actuarial Studies.
Work at Entain
Currently, Paul Ross serves as a Reporting Analyst at Entain, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, he focuses on data reporting and analysis. In this role, he utilizes his skills in T-SQL to write stored procedures that manage customer relationship management (CRM) data. His work contributes to the organization's data-driven decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at Patagonia
Paul Ross has extensive experience at Patagonia, where he worked in various roles from 2015 to 2020. He began as a Customer Experience Representative for eight months before transitioning to a Business Intelligence Analyst for three years. He later became the Business Intelligence Manager for one year, during which he developed a forecasting and reporting framework and built a Workforce Management team. His time at Patagonia emphasized his commitment to detail and effective communication.
Background in Game Design
Before his tenure at Patagonia, Paul Ross worked as a Game Designer at The Upper Deck Company. He held this position from 2006 to 2007 in Sydney, Australia, and then again from 2007 to 2009 in Carlsbad, California. His experience in game design provided him with a unique perspective on creativity and problem-solving, which he later applied in his analytical roles.
Education and Expertise
Paul Ross holds a Graduate Diploma in Information Science from the University of Newcastle and a Bachelor of Economics in Actuarial Studies from Macquarie University. He has developed expertise in designing Power BI reports to effectively communicate data findings. Additionally, he holds professional certifications in Power BI, Excel, and Alteryx, which enhance his analytical capabilities.
Professional Skills and Practices
Paul Ross promotes a culture of pride in work and attention to detail in his professional environment. He emphasizes buzzword-free communication, ensuring clarity and understanding in his interactions. His technical skills include writing T-SQL stored procedures and designing data reports, which are essential for his current role and previous positions.