David Millikin

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DISC Type : c

Product Owner, IT Workforce Certificates - Data Analytics at Columbus State Community College

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Overview

David Millikin leads the IT workforce certificate programs at Columbus State Community College, focusing on data analytics, AI, and Python. An adjunct instructor for nearly 15 years, colleagues describe him as analytical, knowledgeable, and proactive. He holds degrees from Franklin University and The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

Beyond his professional focus, David is involved in his college community, serving as a co-chair for the "Cougar Challenge 5K" race. He has a unique expertise in logistics, having authored a publication on the topic, and maintains interests in space exploration through NASA and business strategy via Harvard Business Review.

Unique Fact: He is the co-chair for his colleges "Cougar Challenge 5K" committee, organizing a campus-wide race.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Value Seeker

Price-Sensitive

They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.  They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

IT Workforce Education
Leads the design and improvement of IT certificate programs in high-demand fields like Data Analytics, Python, and Artificial Intelligence to meet employer needs.
AI Curriculum
Actively develops new AI curriculum, including courses on Natural Language Processing, and holds certifications in prompt engineering to stay current.
Data Analytics
Teaches multiple for-credit and workforce courses, including Database Fundamentals and Applied Statistics, demonstrating his deep expertise in the data field.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2023
Product Owner, IT Workforce Certificates - Data Analytics at Columbus State Community College
10-2019
Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Columbus State Community College
9-2017 - 1-2023
IT Data Manager at Lifestyle Communities
3-2012 - 9-2017
Business Intelligence Analyst at Greif
3-2010 - 3-2012
Commercial Business Analysis Manager at Greif

Education

5-2024 - 12-2025
Master of Science - MS from Franklin University
1994 - 8-2000
Bachelor of Science - BS from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business

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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Back up any claims with data and numbers
  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And David

Personality Compatibility


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