Top Workforce Analytics Experts 2025

Influencer | Featured on Times of India | 4x World Record Holder | 10x Microsoft & Azure Certified Expert | ITIL® 4 Specialist Certified | 44x IBM & Design Thinking Certified | SNOW | NOC/IMS/CIS Specialist | Digital & Social Media Marketer | Brand Promoter & Lead Generator

My career has been about building business success through people. During this time I have started and/or scaled three companies and a not-for-profit as well as consulting to a host of Fortune 100 companies. People seek my input, and expertise, as a speaker, advisor or leader when they are looking to link the human side of business to the core drivers of sales, operations or finance. On a daily basis thousands of executives, who are working to build business success through their people, rely on products I have built. Over the last two years my insights have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, Economist, Business Insider, CNBC and more.

I am an exceptional IT Leader skilled at IT Service Management, IT Operation Management, HRSM, Supply Chain Management, Data Governance, Organizational Change Management, and Real-Time Dashboards Monitoring & Reporting. Technically-savvy with outstanding relation-ship building, training and presentation skills.

With over 17 years of experience in analytics and marketing, I live by the belief that "Data Inspires Strategy." I’ve built my career on transforming complex data into strategic direction - designing analytics frameworks, operational processes, and measurement systems that power business growth. As Vice President of Analytics at January Digital, I lead a multidisciplinary team of data engineers, scientists, and analysts dedicated to unlocking value from data. Our work spans media mix modeling, attribution, predictive modeling, and experimentation - all underpinned by emerging AI capabilities. Today, I’m focused on integrating AI agents and generative intelligence into analytics workflows to enhance insight generation, automate reporting, and elevate decision-making speed and quality. Beyond my role at January Digital, I’m passionate about developing future analytics leaders. I teach as an adjunct instructor at SMU and serve on both the Women in Leadership Advisory Council and the AMA DFW Executive Board as EVP of Analytics. My goal - in every setting - is to bridge data, technology, and strategy to shape smarter, more resilient organizations.

Dan is a leader in people analytics with over 25 years of experience in diverse and global organizations. He is currently building and leading a people analytics function from the ground up for Lucid Motors, a company that is changing the electric vehicle (EV) marketplace for the better by creating sustainable mobility without compromise. Dan's mission is to enable the workforce to advance EVs to the world through data-driven insights about the workforce and strategies to optimize that workforce.Dan has a proven track record of delivering impactful workforce analytics and planning solutions that improve data quality, efficiency, and affordability. He has led complex enterprise-wide initiatives across various industries, including manufacturing, financial services, energy, healthcare, and consulting. He has also developed and implemented a technology framework for workforce analytics and planning using Visier People Analytics, a leading platform in the field. Dan is passionate about building strong, collaborative, and inclusive teams that lead through inspiration and example.

If my career journey could be expressed in emojis, it'd go something like: 1. Starting at counting . 2. Changed from counting to lending . 3. Now in and talk a lot about , , & . My resume looks more like a than a . I began my career on the business side, leading sales and operation teams at a local and state level for major banking institutions. In 2004, I made a pivot and started my journey in HR. My passion is to lead, innovate and engage the recruiting industry to change how both large and small businesses value the Talent Acquisition discipline. My blog Sprintrecruiting.com reaches thousands of readers and provides unique insights on a range of recruiting topics. If you want to know more, be sure to me on LinkedIn!

Juan Kingsbury, Founder and Talent Strategist of Career Blindspot, provides leaders with bold and clear insights on their ever-changing teams. Juan utilizes his expertise of high performers and research of people at work to free up leaders’ time so they can focus hiring and developing the right people. He is excited to connect with any leader who understands this: investing in your team's growth potential starts with investing in your own.

Alexis A. Fink, Ph.D. is a leading figure in People Analytics, having led People Analytics teams at several major tech companies as well as extensive work in organizational transformation, organizational culture, leadership assessment, and the application of advanced analytical methods to human capital problems. She has published two books and numerous articles and book chapters. Alexis is the new incoming President-Elect of SIOP as well as a SIOP Fellow and recipient of SIOP’s Distinguished Service Award in 2019. She was Chair of the IT Survey Group, an industry consortium dedicated to employee surveys. Alexis earned her PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Old Dominion University.

I am a passionate People Analytics leader who firmly believes in the transformative power of technology when paired with data. I leverage data to drive organizational decision-making and performance enhancement with workforce planning and system implementation expertise. With over a decade of experience in HR data analytics and consulting, I am dedicated to empowering leaders with actionable insights derived from personnel data. In my current role, I collaborate with organizational leaders to deliver comprehensive workforce analysis and strategic recommendations, identifying both current needs and future opportunities. Additionally, I equip HR professionals with the tools and knowledge to harness the potential of data effectively, fostering a culture of data literacy within the HR domain. I am committed to the vision that data is the cornerstone for building cohesive, diverse, and innovative teams that propel organizations toward excellence.

Jim Rembach is the President of Call Center Coach and the founder of the Leadership Execution Institute. As an AI systems architect and leadership execution strategist, he redefined leadership in the age of AI at work by creating the Leadership Execution System (LES). This system replaces traditional leadership training with Culture-Calibrated, AI-powered execution systems that embed organizational standards into daily behavior. His work centers on developing Decision Agility, a measurable capability for high-speed, high-confidence decision-making, and systematically neutralizing execution drift using the FONE framework (Fear, Overconfidence, Negative Impressions, Execution Blindness). A 25-year contact center veteran and behavioral science expert, Rembach grounds his approach in applied research proving that supervisor inconsistency is a system problem driven by fundamental human programming like cognitive miserliness (shortcut hunt), not a mere knowledge deficit. This finding is critical because traditional training programs demonstrate limited effectiveness, with only 12% of participants consistently applying learned behaviors. To fix this systemic issue, he formalized his approach in 2024 with the introduction of Leadership Execution-as-a-Service (LEaaS), an AI-enabled model that embeds cultural standards and guardrails into supervisors’ daily decisions. His research, including papers published via Zenodo (DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17425566), is tied to his ORCID iD (0009-0004-6525-5634), reinforcing his domain authority in leadership execution literature. Rembach's research establishes the Decision Agility gap, the difference between technological capability and organizational decision velocity. To enable high-speed, high-confidence decision-making in VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) environments, he provides the C.A.L.M.™ Model (Clarify, Assess, Limit the Noise, Move with Confidence). This framework serves as an operational protocol for converting decision delay into structured momentum. Implementation uses the 14-Dimension Culture-Calibrated AI Framework to ensure AI systems reinforce organizational standards rather than amplifying existing behavioral inconsistencies (execution drift). His thought leadership, including The FONE Report, documents that organizations with consistent, visible leadership report 23% higher profit, with some achieving a 3% reduction in overall costs simply by tightening execution and eliminating drift.

Data and analytics executive with 15+ years of experience leading teams and building data-driven solutions across enterprise organizations. Currently Sr Director of Data Transformation by day, and founder of Brighten — an AI-powered employee recognition and onboarding platform built for small and mid-size businesses. MBA, Six Sigma Black Belt, and deep expertise in AI enablement, business intelligence, marketing analytics, and process improvement. Available to comment on HR technology, employee engagement, onboarding best practices, AI in the workplace, SMB operations, data strategy, and analytics leadership.

Rohan Desai – BI Analyst | Data Analytics | Healthcare Technology Results-driven Data Analyst / BI Developer specializing in healthcare analytics, data visualization, and revenue cycle management (RCM). Proven expertise in data regression modeling, business intelligence (BI) solutions, and process automation to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex business challenges. Expertise: Business Intelligence (BI) | Data Modeling | SQL | Power BI | Tableau Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) | Financial Analytics Cloud Computing (Azure) | Big Data Processing Publications: Published 7+ research papers on Healthcare Technology & Analytics Medium Page: https://rohan-desai.medium.com/

An experienced change maker, I prioritize the disruption of harmful systems, creating and facilitating brave spaces and opportunities for individuals to explore their intersectional identities, and empowering every individual to bring their whole self to work. Utilizing a holistic approach, I excel at collaborating with key players to craft strategic vision and operationalizing strong action steps to elevate workplace culture to a healthy culture of belonging. With an extensive background in Human Resources, operations, and programming within the non-profit, education, and tech sectors, I keep a focused eye on the long-term mission and ensure I infuse humor in everything I do along the way. I'm also not afraid to openly share my love for Brooklyn and donuts! Experienced in DEI, relationship management, conflict mediation and management, coaching, Human Resources, compliance, financial and budget management, administration, and auditing.

I am a results-oriented HR leader with over 14 years of experience driving strategic talent initiatives across diverse industries. Leveraging my background in Engineering and MBA, I bring a data-driven approach to HR, consistently delivering measurable results. Known for implementing innovative talent analytics strategies, I have led initiatives resulting in significant improvements in employee engagement, retention, and operational efficiency. I am also a writer, an avid traveler, an amateur poet and a tea addict.

I am a multidisciplinary business owner and consultant with expertise spanning recruitment, HR strategy, technology, and creative design. As the founder of Talent Shark (https://www.talentshark.ae), a recruitment and HR consulting firm in Dubai, I help organizations across industries — from healthcare and IT to corporate and creative sectors — build high-performing teams and implement solutions that drive business growth. What sets me apart is the ability to bridge people, business, and technology. With a background in talent acquisition, data science, IT solutions, and graphic design, I bring a unique perspective to problem-solving, blending strategic HR insights with technical and creative innovation. This allows me to not only connect companies with the right talent but also support them in areas like digital transformation, workforce automation, and brand development. I am passionate about building scalable systems, improving processes, and helping businesses unlock new opportunities through a mix of human expertise, technology, and creativity. Expertise & Skills Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (Healthcare, IT & Multi-industry) HR Consulting, Payroll, PRO & Compliance Data Science & Business Analytics IT Solutions & Digital Transformation Graphic Design & Creative Strategy Employer Branding & Marketing Support Training & Development Programs Process Improvement & HR Automation

Harvard-trained I/O Psychologist and Assessor, 3X Founder helping leaders in VC/PE funds and in their Portfolio Companies (PortCos) elevate their leadership impact. I provide psychological insights to leadership effectiveness, give behavioral insights to drive top performance, and bring clarity to investment decisions.

Anisa Aven is a serial entrepreneur, AI strategist, and leadership transformation expert known for turning complexity into clarity and execution into impact. As the Co-Founder & CSO of Weeve AI and PeopleTransformation.ai, Anisa empowers organizations to drive measurable growth through scalable leadership and AI-enabled execution. With over 20 years leading enterprise coaching and development initiatives, her firm has supported Fortune 500s and global innovators including Microsoft, SpaceX, Costco, Universal Music, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. She’s built a network of 1,000+ consultants delivering programs in leadership acceleration, cultural transformation, and AI-powered performance enablement. At PeopleTransformation.ai, Anisa co-leads the creation of empathetic, conversational AI tools that integrate into the rhythm of work—boosting learning retention by 4x and accelerating issue resolution by 18x. Her work blends behavioral psychology with predictive analytics to help teams align faster, perform better, and lead smarter. Known for her dynamic, no-fluff approach, Anisa speaks globally on leadership, AI, and the future of work. Her keynotes—praised as “relevant,” “funny,” and “packed with usable strategies”—cover topics like AI-powered change, strategic thinking, and unlocking high-performance cultures. And because no transformation story is complete without a few plot twists—Anisa launched her first business before she could drive, voiced a femme-fatale in a post-apocalyptic video game, biked from Houston to Austin for charity, bombed once (gloriously) at LA’s Comedy Store, and still makes time to water ski with her kids and grandkids. Fearless, effective, and just the right amount of weird—she’s business transformation, with personality.

My name is Matthew Redford and I founded DATA HIT in 2024 with the goal of providing an effective data and optimisation resource to small to medium sized businesses. Our primary service areas are consultancy, tracking implementation, conversation rate optimisation, and insights / reporting. With over 15 years of experience, I have gained a wealth of experience working in technical and marketing teams across a number of reputable agency and client side roles. Away from my main career path I have also founded a number of successful web-based businesses.

Oleksandra Mykoliuk is a Ukrainian political analyst and international relations expert specializing in diplomacy, conflict studies, and strategic political communication. She holds a BA in Government with a focus on International Relations and European Studies from Metropolitan University Prague and an MA in Government with a specialization in Diplomacy & Conflict Studies from Reichman University (Israel). She is the founder of the NGO “Soft Power”, a civil society organization focused on combating human trafficking, preventing violence against women and children, and promoting women’s leadership and empowerment. Through her work in the NGO sector, Oleksandra actively combines political expertise with humanitarian advocacy and social impact. Oleksandra has extensive experience in political analysis, public diplomacy, and international communication. She has worked with independent political consulting projects, international NGOs, and the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel, where she supported public diplomacy initiatives and cross-cultural engagement. Her areas of expertise include geopolitical analysis, post-Soviet regional studies, political strategy development, and translating complex political processes into accessible insights for public audiences and media.

I challenge the status quo and inspire others to take a positive step towards progress. I do this through facilitating leadership development courses and coaching leaders through proven brain-based methods.