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Michael Payne

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Senior Manager, Data & Analytics Platform at McKesson
📍 Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Michael is a strategic data and technology executive specializing in organizational transformations. With degrees from Indiana University and The Ohio State University, he has a proven track record of applying generative AI and ML to deliver scalable solutions at firms like McKesson, Marsh, and Mercer.

He is deeply engaged in the professional data and AI community, frequently promoting and participating in industry events like the Data & AI Summit. Michael shows a keen interest in major technology companies such as Microsoft and GE, reflecting his focus on enterprise-level innovation.

Unique fact: Michael has managed a $15M P&L with a team of over 200 staff, blending deep technical vision with strong financial acumen.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Senior Manager, Data & Analytics Platform
Job Level
Middle
Location
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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Data Platform Strategy
He has led the strategic vision and execution for global data lakehouse platforms across AWS and Azure at major corporations like Marsh and McKesson.
Applied Generative AI
He has expertise in applying generative AI and machine learning to solve core business problems and has shown recent interest in tools like Claude Code.
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Career

Work history

7-2026
Senior Manager, Data & Analytics Platform
McKesson
9-2025 - 6-2026
Head of Data Platforms
Marsh
1-2024 - 9-2025
Head of AI, Data and Analytics Engineering
Mercer
9-2022 - 1-2024
Senior Director of Digital Delivery
Mercer
4-2019 - 8-2022
Director of Digital Delivery
Mercer
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Education
Master of Science
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The Ohio State University
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