John La Barge
About John La Barge
John La Barge is a Business Process Analyst with extensive experience in data analysis and process improvement. He has worked at Recology since 2019 and previously held roles at St. Joseph Health and Recology as a Waste Zero Analyst.
Work at Recology
John La Barge has been employed at Recology since 2019, serving as a Business Process Analyst in San Francisco, California. In this role, he executes process improvement solutions utilizing data analysis and optimization tools to support strategic planning. He also facilitates the implementation of company-wide improvement projects from initial planning to closing phases. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Waste Zero Analyst at Recology from 2018 to 2019 in Santa Rosa, California.
Education and Expertise
John La Barge has a diverse educational background. He studied at Technology High School from 2004 to 2009. He then attended Santa Rosa Junior College, where he earned two Associate of Science degrees in Natural Sciences and Social and Behavioral Sciences. He furthered his education at Sonoma State University, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with a focus on Energy Management and Design from 2014 to 2017, followed by a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from 2020 to 2023.
Background
Before joining Recology, John La Barge worked at St. Joseph Health as a Pool Deck Manager and Swim Coach from 2009 to 2016 in Petaluma, California. His experience in this role contributed to his skills in management and coaching, which he later applied in his analytical roles. His transition into data analysis and process improvement reflects a shift in focus towards leveraging data for organizational efficiency.
Data Management and Analysis
In his current role, John La Barge manages a data collection and analysis platform for an organization with over 2,000 employees. He develops and maintains data dashboards for more than 20 subsidiaries across California, Oregon, and Washington. His work enhances data utilization for analysis and reporting, consulting with various teams across the organization to effectively use their data.