Jim Cush
About Jim Cush
Jim Cush is the Director of Business Intelligence at Penguin Random House in the Greater New York City Area, with over 18 years of experience in Business Intelligence, Application Development, and Project Management.
Director Of Business Intelligence
Jim Cush currently serves as the Director of Business Intelligence at Penguin Random House in the Greater New York City Area. In his role, he oversees and drives business intelligence initiatives, ensuring the integration of business rules with both front-end and back-end applications. He is responsible for leading the BI team to develop and implement data-driven strategies that support business operations and decision-making within the company.
Career at Penguin Random House
Jim Cush has held multiple positions at Penguin Random House, reflecting his increasing responsibilities and expertise. He served as Senior Developer, Applications from 2015 to 2018, where he focused on application development. Prior to that, he worked as Sr. Business Intelligence Technical Writer from 2012 to 2014, contributing his skills in data analysis, technical writing, and system implementation. Each role at Penguin Random House has built upon his extensive knowledge and experience in the publishing industry.
Previous Experience at CBS
Before returning to Penguin Random House, Jim Cush worked at CBS from 2009 to 2012 in various capacities. He served as Manager, Applications Development, where he managed development projects and coordinated between different teams to ensure project success. Additionally, he also worked as Sr. Project Manager, overseeing project planning and execution. His tenure at CBS allowed him to harness and refine his skills in project management and application development.
Early Career at Simon & Schuster and HarperCollins Publishers
Jim Cush's career includes significant roles at Simon & Schuster and HarperCollins Publishers. At Simon & Schuster, he was a Senior Systems Manager from 2000 to 2008, focusing on systems management and operational efficiencies. Prior to that, he gained valuable experience as a Sr. Business Analyst and Senior Systems Analyst at HarperCollins Publishers from 1994 to 2000. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in business analysis and systems integration.
Education and Technical Expertise
Jim Cush holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer & Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated in 1993. He has over 18 years of experience in Business Intelligence, Application Development, and Project Management. Jim is skilled in Microsoft BI Stack, including Power BI, Power Apps, and SQL Azure: Analysis Services, DW & Synapse. His technical expertise extends to Data Warehousing, Supply Chain, and Financial systems, and he is adept at translating business requirements into technical specifications to drive business solutions effectively.