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Abdel Basheer

Abdel Basheer


Director, Business Intelligence & Analytics



Professional Overview
Abdel Basheer is an experienced Director of Business Intelligence and Analytics with a proven track record of driving data-driven decision-making and enhancing business performance. With over 15 years of diverse experience across the food and technology industries, he specializes in leveraging advanced data analytics, business intelligence, and data engineering capabilities to deliver actionable insights that empower organizations to make informed strategic decisions.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics at Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, Abdel is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of the company's data and analytics strategy. He leads a team of talented data professionals in designing, building, and maintaining robust data infrastructure, reporting systems, and predictive analytics models to support strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. Under his leadership, the business intelligence function has become a strategic partner, enabling the organization to make data-driven decisions that have significantly improved financial performance, customer experience, and competitive positioning.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Abdel held various data-centric positions, including Manager and Architect of Business Intelligence at Mellow Mushroom, Data Architect at FoodChain ID, and Lead Data Engineer at Red Robin. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive transformative change, enhance data capabilities, and deliver tangible business impact. Abdel's breadth of experience, combined with his deep technical expertise and strategic mindset, have positioned him as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the organizations he has served.

Academic Background
Abdel holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he graduated with high honors. He is also a certified Tableau Desktop Specialist and has completed advanced coursework in data science, machine learning, and business intelligence from leading online learning platforms.

Areas of Expertise
  • Business intelligence and data analytics strategy

  • Data architecture and engineering

  • Data visualization and reporting

  • Predictive analytics and machine learning

  • Cloud-based data solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

  • Business process optimization and operational efficiency

  • Cross-functional collaboration and change management


Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Abdel has demonstrated a consistent track record of driving measurable business impact. Notable achievements include:
  • Spearheaded the implementation of a cloud-based data warehouse and business intelligence platform at Mellow Mushroom, resulting in a 35% reduction in reporting lead times and a 25% increase in data-driven decision-making.

  • Developed and deployed predictive models at Red Robin that accurately forecasted food and labor costs, leading to a 12% improvement in operational profitability.

  • Designed and implemented a centralized data governance framework at FoodChain ID, improving data quality and accessibility, which enabled the organization to achieve a 20% increase in customer satisfaction and a 15% reduction in compliance-related costs.


Conclusion
Abdel Basheer is a seasoned Director of Business Intelligence and Analytics with a passion for leveraging data to drive meaningful business transformation. His diverse experience, technical expertise, and strategic mindset position him as a valuable asset to organizations seeking to harness the power of data and analytics to gain a competitive edge. Abdel is committed to continuously expanding his knowledge and skills to remain at the forefront of the industry, while also mentoring and empowering his team to achieve their full potential.