Jeff Doud
About Jeff Doud
Jeff Doud serves as the Senior Director of Analytics at Churchill Downs Incorporated, where he has worked since 2022. With a strong background in business intelligence and analytics, he has held various roles within the company and has international experience in capacity planning and airfield management.
Work at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Jeff Doud has been employed at Churchill Downs Incorporated since 2016, progressing through various roles. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Analytics, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads a team focused on enhancing customer loyalty and engagement through data-driven insights. Prior to this, he was the Director of Analytics from 2020 to 2022 and served as the Business Intelligence Product Owner from 2016 to 2020. His tenure at Churchill Downs has been marked by a strong emphasis on analytics and business intelligence.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Doud holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, which he completed from 2005 to 2008. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) from Stevens Institute of Technology between 2009 and 2011. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in analytics and business intelligence, which he has applied throughout his career.
Background in Aviation and Capacity Planning
Before his roles at Churchill Downs Incorporated, Jeff Doud gained significant experience in the aviation sector. He worked at Dubai Airports as the Manager of Capacity Planning (ATM & Airfield) from 2012 to 2015. He also served as the Manager of Intelligence & Planning at the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority from 2015 to 2016. His background includes a strong focus on capacity planning and airfield management, which he developed during his time in Dubai.
Experience at the Federal Aviation Administration
Jeff Doud worked at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Operational Research Analyst from 2008 to 2012. In this role, he contributed to aviation safety and efficiency through operational research analysis. His experience at the FAA provided him with a solid foundation in analytics, which he has applied in subsequent positions.
International Work Experience
Jeff Doud has international work experience, having worked in the United Arab Emirates at Dubai Airports. This experience has contributed to his understanding of global aviation practices and analytics, enhancing his professional profile as he returned to the United States to continue his career.