Nicholas Smerk

Nicholas Smerk has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Nicholas is currently working as a Data Analyst at Quadax, Inc. since 2022.

Prior to their current role, Nicholas worked at Allegheny Health Network from 2016 to 2022. Nicholas started as a Quality Intelligence Consultant and later transitioned to roles such as Data Analyst - Quality Intelligence, Senior Financial Analyst - Strategic Analytics, Decision Support, and Senior Financial Analyst - Strategic Analytics, Revenue Cycle Analytics. In their positions, they were responsible for analyzing and reporting hospital quality measures, patient satisfaction surveys, and financial data related to revenue cycle.

Before joining Allegheny Health Network, Nicholas worked at Acturus as a Senior Data Processing Specialist for a brief period in 2015. Their responsibilities included conducting market research studies on adult beverage, pet food, retail apparel, skincare, and whole/organic foods.

Prior to Acturus, Nicholas worked at The Pert Group from 2007 to 2015. Nicholas started as a Data Processing Specialist and later advanced to the role of Senior Data Processing Specialist. Their work involved marketing research survey data tabulation and supporting the company's expansion into the Kansas City market.

Nicholas began their career as a Student Manager at Pioneer College Caterers, Inc. from 2003 to 2007. Nicholas supervised a team of employees, managed meal services, and handled logistics such as driving a delivery truck.

Additionally, Nicholas gained experience as a Marketing Intern at Integra Marketing Group in 2006 and as a Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard at the City of Parma in different periods from 2001 to 2005.

Overall, Nicholas Smerk has developed a strong analytical and data-driven skill set through their work in data analysis, revenue consulting, financial analysis, market research, and operations management roles.

Nicholas Smerk completed their high school education at Greater Cleveland Christian School from 1999 to 2003. Nicholas then attended Geneva College from 2003 to 2007, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Business.

In addition to their formal education, Nicholas has obtained several certifications. In June 2022, they completed the Sisense Data Design and Sisense Embedded Analytics certifications from Sisense. In May 2022, they acquired the Hands On Essentials - Data Sharing and Hands On Essentials - Data Warehouse certifications from Snowflake. Moreover, in August 2022, Nicholas obtained the Certified SAFe® 5 Product Owner/Product Manager certification from Scaled Agile, Inc. Most recently, in March 2023, they achieved the Confluent Fundamentals Accreditation from Confluent.