Kosi Uzodinma
About Kosi Uzodinma
Kosi Uzodinma is the Lead Data Engineer at General Mills in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, where he also serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair.
Lead Data Engineer at General Mills
Kosi Uzodinma is currently serving as the Lead Data Engineer at General Mills, based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. In this role, Kosi leads a 15-person global product team that focuses on enabling pricing analytics. He is responsible for orchestrating training and development programs for over 40 engineers, ensuring that the team meets high standards of data quality and performance. Kosi’s efforts have significantly contributed to the company's revenue, with data products generating over $60 million.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair at General Mills
In addition to his technical responsibilities, Kosi Uzodinma holds a pivotal role as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair at General Mills. His work in this capacity involves fostering an inclusive workplace culture and promoting diversity initiatives throughout the organization. Kosi's dedication to these principles helps ensure that General Mills remains a leader in supporting an equitable and diverse workplace.
Career at General Mills
Kosi Uzodinma has been associated with General Mills in various capacities over the years. Before his current role, he worked as a Senior Data Engineer/Analyst in Revenue Management from 2020 to 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prior to that, he was a Business Data Analyst in Strategic Revenue Management from 2019 to 2020 and an Application Analyst/Developer in Global Supply Chain Capabilities from 2017 to 2019, both in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. His earlier stint at the company also includes a role as an SAP Developer for three months in 2016.
Educational Background
Kosi Uzodinma completed his education at The University of Georgia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from 2013 to 2017. He also attended a seminar on Global Leadership at Yale University in 2018. His foundational education was at Grace Christian Academy, where he studied from 2007 to 2013. Throughout his academic and professional journey, Kosi has demonstrated a strong commitment to continuous learning and leadership.
Past Roles and Additional Experience
In addition to his tenure at General Mills, Kosi Uzodinma has held various roles in other organizations. He was the Director of Young Adults at Blue Oaks Covenant Church from 2017 to 2021. He founded and served as President of Minorities in Tech in the Athens, Georgia Area from 2016 to 2017. Kosi also worked as an Account Manager at Door of Clubs and an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Georgia's Computer Science Department. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set and a versatile approach to problem-solving.