Andrew Mcdonald
About Andrew Mcdonald
Andrew Mcdonald serves as the Vice President at Vena Solutions, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Ryerson University and has extensive experience in professional services, team management, and technical skills, particularly in database management and application programming.
Work at Vena Solutions
Andrew Mcdonald has held multiple positions at Vena Solutions since joining the company. He started as a Practice Manager in 2013, where he worked for 10 months. He then transitioned to the role of Director, Professional Services, serving for three years until 2017. Following this, he took on the position of Vice President, which he has held since 2019. Additionally, he served as Director, Solution Engineering for 10 months in 2014. His tenure at Vena Solutions has been marked by a focus on professional services and leadership.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Mcdonald studied at Ryerson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from 2002 to 2006. His academic background provides a foundation for his extensive expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. He possesses strong skills in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and has a comprehensive understanding of database management and application programming, particularly with SQL Server, Oracle, and Microsoft Analysis Services.
Background
Before his time at Vena Solutions, Andrew Mcdonald worked in various roles that contributed to his professional development. He began his career as a Systems Specialist at UPS from 2002 to 2006. He then worked at Longview Solutions as a QA Analyst for one year. Following this, he joined Prophix Software, where he held several positions, including Senior Consultant, Solution Architect, and Manager of the Business Solutions Group, from 2007 to 2013.
Achievements
Andrew Mcdonald has a proven track record in team building, people management, and resource allocation, which are essential for his leadership roles in professional services. His natural leadership abilities and driven personality have been key attributes throughout his career. His extensive experience across various industry verticals has allowed him to apply his skills effectively in financial planning and analysis.