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Derek Ash

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Strategic Initiatives Lead at American Electric Power
📍 Powell, Ohio, United States

Derek Ash is a Strategic Initiatives Lead at American Electric Power, specializing in data analytics and business intelligence. He leverages platforms like Power BI to develop metric visualizations and drive cost-reduction strategies. He holds an MBA from Otterbein University and has experience managing large-scale operational and financial projects.

Derek contributes to his community by volunteering for local events. He was part of the American Electric Power volunteer team that supported the inaugural COSI Science Festival in central Ohio, helping to engage the community around science and technology.

He led a data-driven initiative to rightsize AEPs fleet of over 8, 000 vehicles, identifying underutilized assets to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Strategic Initiatives Lead
Job Level
Middle
Location
Powell, Ohio, United States
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Fleet Optimization
Quoted in articles discussing the use of business intelligence platforms to analyze vehicle usage and implement cost-saving strategies for AEP's large fleet.
Data Analytics & BI
His role involves developing dashboards and scorecards using platforms like Power BI and Cognos to provide insights for an 800-person operations team.
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Work history

1-2018
Strategic Initiatives Lead
American Electric Power
Business Analyst
American Electric Power
1-2004 - 1-2007
Section Manager, Retail Distribution
HUNTINGTON BANK
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Education
2002 - 2005
MBA
Otterbein University
Bachelor of Science
Franklin University
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