Dan Blau
About Dan Blau
Dan Blau is an Analytics Engineer with extensive experience in data integration and analytics, having previously held positions at Renown Health and IGT. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Information Systems from the University of Nevada-Reno and has a strong focus on automating processes to enhance business efficiency.
Work at Health Catalyst
Dan Blau has been employed at Health Catalyst as an Analytics Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data analytics to enhance healthcare outcomes. His work involves analyzing complex datasets and developing solutions that support decision-making processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Renown Health
Prior to his current position, Dan Blau worked at Renown Health in various capacities. He served as IT Supervisor - Data Integration from 2017 to 2020, overseeing data integration processes. He then transitioned to the role of Manager of Enterprise Data & Analytics from 2020 to 2021, where he managed data analytics initiatives. Additionally, he worked as a Database Administrator from 2013 to 2017, contributing to database management and optimization.
Experience at IGT
Dan Blau's career includes significant experience at IGT, where he held multiple positions. He worked as an Application Engineer from 2008 to 2011, focusing on application development. Prior to that, he served as Database Administrator II from 2011 to 2013, managing database systems. His tenure at IGT began as a Network Analyst Intern/Network Analyst 1 from 2006 to 2008, where he gained foundational skills in network analysis.
Education and Expertise
Dan Blau earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration - Information Systems from the University of Nevada-Reno. He also holds an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Networking - Cisco from Truckee Meadows Community College. His educational background supports his expertise in data analytics and information systems.
Professional Philosophy and Methodologies
Dan Blau emphasizes the importance of automating processes to enhance business efficiency. He enjoys addressing complex problems and seeks to push the boundaries of what is achievable in data analytics. He is experienced in Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, which inform his approach to project management and team collaboration.