J. Alex Kevern

J. Alex Kevern is a seasoned professional in People Analytics with extensive experience in leading high-performing teams and utilizing data-driven approaches to enhance employee engagement and retention. Currently serving as the Director of People Analytics at PayPal since November 2021, J. Alex oversees a team focused on advanced analytics and employee listening. Prior roles include Manager of People Analytics at Google, where responsibilities encompassed global talent movement analytics and workforce planning for Google Cloud. J. Alex also held leadership positions at PepsiCo, directing advanced workforce analytics initiatives, and at IBM as a Managing Strategy Consultant, focusing on employee retention and skill optimization. J. Alex began an academic career at Northwestern University, where teaching and research in sociology culminated in a PhD, following a BA in Sociology from the University of Dayton.