Dean Buchanan

Dean Buchanan is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in software engineering and application development. Currently serving as a Senior Applications Engineer at Penske Automotive Group since September 2020, Buchanan focuses on advanced solutions in the automotive sector. Previously, a Senior Software Engineer at Socialgist for over twelve years, responsibilities included designing and implementing processes to collect and deliver large-scale social media data and developing data archiving solutions. Earlier roles include Software Engineer at Source One Solutions, where Buchanan specialized in eCommerce development, and a Database Administrator at Anacon Inc. with a focus on Y2K data migration. Buchanan's career began as a Software Developer at Advanced Data Research, providing technical support for automotive clinics. A Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems was earned from Oakland University between 1991 and 1995.