Geoffrey Root
About Geoffrey Root
Geoffrey Root is a Senior Data Engineer for AT&T, with extensive experience in business intelligence and data analytics. He has worked for various companies, including State Farm and General Mills, and is recognized for his expertise in designing data systems and teaching data analytics.
Current Role at Kforce
Geoffrey Root serves as a Senior Data Engineer at Kforce Inc, focusing on projects for AT&T. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the Greater Atlanta Area. His role involves designing and implementing data solutions that support business intelligence and analytics efforts.
Previous Experience at State Farm
Before joining Kforce, Geoffrey worked at State Farm as a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst from 2016 to 2019. During his three years in Atlanta, Georgia, he was responsible for analyzing data and providing insights to improve business operations.
Background in Business Intelligence
Geoffrey has a strong background in business intelligence, having worked at Pyramid Consulting as a SharePoint BI Developer for AT&T from 2012 to 2015. He also held a position as a Business Intelligence Analyst at Rubicon Global for four months in 2015. His experience spans various industries and roles, emphasizing his expertise in data analytics.
Education and Expertise
Geoffrey Root studied Food Science at Penn State University, where he earned a B.S. degree from 1979 to 1984. He is recognized for his skills in designing data systems and has expertise in major BI platforms such as QlikView, Tableau, AWS QuickSight, and Power BI. His proficiency includes building automated data pipelines and reporting systems.
Teaching Experience at General Assembly
In addition to his engineering role, Geoffrey has been an instructor at General Assembly since 2017. He is known for his ability to communicate complex data concepts effectively, contributing to the education of future data professionals in the Greater Atlanta Area.