Experience

Twenty three years at Kroger building data solutions, enterprise applications, and operational improvements.

Data Solutions Specialist, Sherley Solutions

September 2025 – Present

  • Building Agape Social, a Christian social network for fellowship, Bible study, blogging, and community engagement.
  • Developing the platform with Django and Python, including user accounts, groups, and content features.
  • Creating responsive interfaces with HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Designing and maintaining the MySQL database that supports site data and user activity.

Data Solutions Analyst, Merchandising Solutions, Kroger

March 2014 – September 2025

  • Analyzed data processes for inefficiencies and replaced outdated systems.
  • Created VB .NET app Advertising Review Center for enterprise advertising comments.
  • Created VB .NET app Recast for Deli/Bakery recipes and cost calculations.
  • Created several Flutter apps for cost changes, contract verification, and reports.

Data Specialist, Grocery Department, Kroger

January 2012 – March 2014

  • Managed large data sets and created reliable reports for sales and product performance.
  • Worked with vendors to access the Vendor Lab and Business Objects training.

Assortment and Segmentation Specialist, Grocery Department, Kroger

January 2010 – December 2011

  • Prepared detailed reports on product assortment and segmentation for Category Managers.
  • Delivered insights that supported product placement strategies.

Technology Business Analyst, Kroger

April 2007 – January 2010

  • Worked with vendors on creating and maintaining data feeds.
  • Tested applications, trained users, and connected technical solutions to business needs.
  • Created Display Compliance Recap to visualize display compliance across the enterprise.

New Item Data Specialist, Kroger

December 2005 – April 2007

  • Entered and maintained new item data for non coordinated and DSD items.
  • Created Excel VBA to handle adding new items to the item database.

Customer Product Specialist, Cincinnati Grocery, Kroger

July 2002 – December 2005

  • Provided customer service for product inquiries and discontinuations.
  • Created Excel VBA to handle product distributions.