Ryan Callihan
About Ryan Callihan
Ryan Callihan serves as the Analytics Team Lead at InterWorks, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in analytics and GIS, having held various roles at organizations such as the U.S. Geological Survey and the University of Kansas.
Current Role as Analytics Team Lead
Ryan Callihan currently serves as the Analytics Team Lead at InterWorks, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees analytics projects and leads a team focused on delivering data-driven insights. His responsibilities include coordinating analytics initiatives and ensuring effective use of analytics tools and methodologies.
Experience at InterWorks
Ryan Callihan worked at InterWorks as an Analytics Consultant from 2018 to 2022. During his four years in this role, he contributed to various analytics projects, utilizing his expertise in spatial analysis and data visualization. His work focused on enhancing data-driven decision-making for clients in the Portland, Oregon area.
Professional Background in GIS and Data Analytics
Ryan has a diverse professional background in GIS and data analytics. He served as a GIS/Data Consultant at FLO Analytics from 2014 to 2018 and as an Intern GIS Programmer at the U.S. Geological Survey in 2014. Additionally, he worked as a GIS Analyst - Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Kansas from 2010 to 2014, where he gained significant experience in spatial analysis.
Educational Qualifications
Ryan Callihan holds a Master's degree in Geography with a focus on GIS and Remote Sensing from the University of Kansas, which he completed from 2010 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies with a minor in Business from the same institution, graduating in 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in analytics.
Community Engagement and Certifications
Ryan coordinates the PDX Tableau User Group and the PDX Alteryx User Group, promoting community engagement and knowledge sharing in the analytics field. He is certified in both Tableau and Alteryx, reflecting his proficiency in these industry-leading analytics tools. His expertise includes using a diverse toolkit that encompasses Tableau, Alteryx, SQL, Snowflake, ESRI, and Python.