Meet Our Board

Board & Advisory Council

Our Board Members play a crucial role in steering the Data Analyst Network (DAN) towards its vision of breaking down data silos and fostering a collaborative analytics community at Boston University.

2024-2025 DAN Board

	Tasha Coughlin, President • BUMC IT
	Jimmy Huynh, VP • Center for Career Development
	Emily Perrotti, Treasurer • Continuous Improvement and Data Analytics
	Shuang Geng, Secretary • Digital Learning & Innovation
	Gabrielle Brewer, Co-Chair for the Symposium & Socials Committee • BU Sustainability
	Kristian Canler, Chair of the Learning & Professional Growth Committee, Committee Director for Data Literacy • Analytical Services & Institutional Research
	Brandon Cohen, Co-Chair of Learning & Professional Growth, Lead of the Power BI Developers Group • Advancement Information Strategies • Advancement Information Strategies
	Joe Dobrowolski, Co-Chair of Learning & Professional Growth Lead of the forthcoming Python Developers Group • Global Programs
	Ryan Menzel, Co-Chair for the Symposium & Socials Committee • University Safety, Security & Preparedness
	Dilini Palamakumbura, Co-Chair of the Communication & Outreach Committee, Committee Director for the DAN Digest • Alumni Engagement – Annual Fund
	Jason Pina, Chair Lead of the Symposium & Socials Committee • Campus Planning & Operations Informatics and Initiatives
	Mike Polito, Chair Lead of the Communication & Outreach Committee, Committee Director for MS Teams • Enrollment and Student Administration
	Chen Shen, Co-Chair of the Communication & Outreach Committee, Committee Director for Onboarding • Analytical Services & Intuitional Research
	Roger Taylor, Chair Lead of the Learning & Professional Growth Committee, Committee Director prospective DAN Innovation Grant Program • Academic Assessment

2024-2025 Advisory Council

Kristian Canler  • Analytical Services & Institutional Research

Meghan Chaisson • Continuous Improvement and Data Analytics

Linette A. Decarie • Analytical Services & Institutional Research

Kelly Lockard • Continuous Improvement and Data Analytics

Communication & Outreach Committee

• Outreach and messaging to the BU community.
• Outreach for new membership and onboarding.
• Newsletter creation for keeping members updated on DAN’s activities, member spotlights, etc.
• Driving Q&A and engagement in Teams.

Learning & Professional Growth Committee

• Facilitating developer groups.
• Organizing lunch and learns for groups in DAN.
• Inviting speakers for insightful sessions.
• Coordinating shared conferences/trainings.

Symposium & Socials Committee

• Planning the Spring Symposium and soliciting ideas from board members and DAN for content.
• Organizing quarterly socials for community building.

DAN is on a mission to de-silo data and analytics at Boston University, providing diverse paths for growth within the university. As we continue to expand, we invite passionate individuals to join our Board and contribute their insights to guide DAN’s evolution.

Why Join the Board?

• Influence: Contribute your knowledge and opinions to shape DAN’s trajectory and impact within BU.
• Community Growth: Play a key role in fostering collaboration and growth opportunities for analysts across the university.
• Strategic Planning: Participate in a half-day retreat to define DAN’s future, establish a mission statement, and develop community guidelines.

Commitment

• Participation: Be a lead or member of a committee.
• Time: A half-day board retreat, quarterly board meetings, and a bi-weekly or monthly standing meeting for your committee.
• Duration: A two-year commitment with options to extend.

Interested in Joining?

If you’re enthusiastic about contributing to DAN’s mission and have availability, we would love to hear from you. Contact analysts@bu.edu for more information or to express your interest.