About

Arthur Poston Jr.

Senior Data Analytics, Business Intelligence & Digital Transformation Leader

Location: Harrisburg, North Carolina (Charlotte Metro Area)


Professional Summary

I am a senior data, analytics, business intelligence, and technology leader with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations transform data into actionable insights. My background spans enterprise data warehousing, business intelligence, data engineering, analytics strategy, digital transformation, SharePoint governance, Power BI, SQL development, and nonprofit impact measurement.

I have successfully led initiatives for Fortune 500 organizations, healthcare institutions, manufacturing companies, financial services organizations, and nonprofit agencies, delivering scalable solutions that improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.


Core Expertise

Data & Analytics Leadership

  • Enterprise Data Strategy
  • Data Warehousing & Architecture
  • Business Intelligence & Reporting
  • KPI & Executive Dashboard Development
  • Data Governance & Data Quality
  • Analytics Program Management

Technical Expertise

  • Microsoft Power BI
  • SQL Server & T-SQL
  • ETL Development
  • Data Modeling
  • Microsoft Fabric
  • Azure Data Services
  • Tableau
  • Alteryx
  • Excel Advanced Analytics
  • SharePoint Online
  • Microsoft 365

Leadership & Transformation

  • Digital Transformation
  • Change Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Vendor Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Strategic Planning


Professional Experience Highlights

 

Founder & Executive Director

 

Focused Development Organization (FDO)

Founded and led a nonprofit organization focused on youth development, workforce readiness, STEM education, athletics, and community impact. Responsible for strategic planning, fundraising, grant development, program management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational growth.
 

Key Accomplishments

  • Established data-driven frameworks for measuring community impact.
  • Developed analytics solutions to support nonprofit decision-making.
  • Created workforce development and youth engagement initiatives.
  • Built partnerships with community organizations and funding agencies.

Principal Consultant

Focused Development

Provides consulting services in business intelligence, data analytics, reporting automation, dashboard development, and organizational transformation.

Services Delivered

  • Data warehouse design
  • KPI dashboard implementation
  • Reporting modernization
  • Data governance frameworks
  • Performance measurement systems
  • Business process optimization

Enterprise Analytics & Technology Leadership

Over the course of my career, I have supported major organizations including:
  • Bank of America
  • LabCorp
  • Vallen Distribution
  • R.E. Mason

Project Achievements

  • Implemented enterprise reporting environments.
  • Developed executive dashboards supporting critical business decisions.
  • Led ETL modernization initiatives.
  • Improved reporting efficiency through automation.
  • Enhanced data quality and governance processes.

Featured Initiative

FDO Analytics Center

Designed and implemented a comprehensive analytics program supporting nonprofit growth and impact measurement.

Components

  • Data Warehouse Architecture
  • SharePoint Knowledge Center
  • Power BI Reporting Portal
  • Governance Framework
  • KPI Measurement Strategy
  • Executive Scorecards
  • Program Impact Reporting

Outcomes

  • Improved organizational visibility into performance metrics.
  • Centralized reporting and documentation.
  • Enhanced grant reporting capabilities.
  • Increased confidence in organizational decision-making.

Services Offered

 

For Businesses

  • Data Strategy Consulting
  • Power BI Development
  • Executive Dashboard Design
  • Data Warehouse Solutions
  • Analytics Program Development
  • Digital Transformation Advisory

For Churches & Nonprofits

  • Impact Measurement Systems
  • Donor & Giving Analytics
  • Executive Scorecards
  • Grant Reporting Dashboards
  • Ministry Effectiveness Reporting
  • Volunteer & Engagement Analytics

Certifications & Professional Strengths

  • Business Intelligence Leadership
  • Enterprise Analytics Strategy
  • Data Governance
  • Microsoft Data Solutions
  • Executive KPI Development
  • Process Optimization
  • Organizational Performance Measurement

Community Leadership

Beyond technology, I am passionate about empowering communities through education, mentoring, workforce readiness, youth athletics, faith-based initiatives, and data-informed decision-making.

 

My goal is simple: help organizations leverage data to create lasting impact.

Contact

Arthur Poston Jr.
Senior Data Analytics & Technology Leader
Available for consulting, leadership opportunities, nonprofit partnerships, and speaking engagements.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-poston-jr-216155b/
 Website: https://focuseddevelopment.org
Email: aposton@focuseddevelopment.org

Arthur Poston