Hi, I'm Derek Shirley
Growth & Analytics Engineering
With over 8 years of experience, I specialize in transforming complex data into a competitive advantage. From architecting data ecosystems for major brands like Dave & Buster’s and GameStop to building analytics capabilities from the ground up, my focus is on delivering end-to-end solutions. I thrive on translating ambitious business goals into robust, scalable data infrastructure and actionable insights that directly fuel revenue growth.
Career Journey
Dave & Buster’s
Senior Data Analyst, Marketing Analytics
Aug 2024 – Present
Grapevine, TX
GameStop Corp.
Senior Data Analyst, Supply Chain
May 2023 – Aug 2024
Grapevine, TX
Glitch Breakers
Data & Analytics Consultant
Jan 2023 – May 2023
Northlake, TX
American Diamond Logistics
Senior Data Analyst (Founding Analyst)
Jun 2020 - Jan 2023
Roanoke, TX
Park West Galleries
Sales Analyst
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020
Miami, FL
Core Capabilities
Strategy & Leadership
Data Architecture & Engineering
Predictive Analytics & Data Science
BI & Data Storytelling
Python & Automation
Business Acumen & Domain Expertise
My Approach
Ready to Solve Your Data Challenges?
I specialize in transforming complex, multi-source data into a competitive advantage. Whether you're looking to build a new analytics capability, architect a modern data stack, or extract deeper insights from your existing systems, let's connect and discuss how my experience can help you achieve your goals.