Davis Townsend

Davis Townsend is an accomplished data analyst with extensive experience in cost optimization and engineering operations across multiple companies. Currently serving as a Staff Data Analyst at Dutchie, Davis previously held significant roles at GitLab Inc. and Electronic Arts. At GitLab, Davis was instrumental in developing Cloud FinOps and Engineering Analytics, leading cost-saving initiatives that resulted in millions of dollars in savings and enhancing operational efficiency. Key achievements include creating KPIs for the Engineering Division, developing an enterprise data model, and managing substantial committed use discounts. At Electronic Arts, Davis built data marts for multi-cloud cost visibility and implemented automation to streamline reporting processes, achieving significant time and cost reductions. Davis holds a Master of Science in Business Analytics and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin.