Technical Leader, Strategist & Data Scientist
Amy Folkestad is a senior analyst working in Denver, Colorado. With over a decade of consulting experience, Amy is a business leader with an innovative, growth-minded approach to developing business strategy.
Her career in IT began 12 years ago when she sought a flexible position that allowed her to be home with her small children. She built a web development company that served over 100 clients, including 6 mid to large-size companies and one Fortune 500 company. When she shut her doors to transition into data analytics, she needed to refer a graphic designer, web designer, and systems analyst to replace her role with the myriad of clients she served.
Creating Strategic Growth
Amy Folkestad embraces innovation. Her intellectual curiosity and business acumen can quickly identify the root needs of business initiatives. She thrives in collaborative environments that allow her to identify patterns that offer solutions to the most complex business challenges.
In addition to furthering her education in applied statistics, Amy is leading user research for the Census Bureau as a Senior Business Analyst with BLN Consulting.
Creative
Translates artistic and mathematical talents into actionable resultsData Tells A Story
Data is a powerful tool to drive growth and transform businesses through innovation
Strategic
Creates action plans for organizations to propel growthDriven by Action
Business growth is a result of clearly defined, measurable success metrics
Analytical
Dissects complex volumes of information to find underlying patternsLogical Results
Logic is the beginning of wisdom. Not the end.
~Spock