French began his career as a financial analyst – experience that has proven invaluable in understanding user requirements and delivering practical solutions to client challenges. At Compaq, he was the architect of a pan-European Forecasting System using Essbase that was rolled out in 23 countries. At PARIS Technologies, a leading provider of OLAP solutions, among other projects French developed a breakthrough global budgeting system for the international offices of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP.
French is well versed in Microsoft technologies, including Visual Basic, SQL Server, as well as System W, Essbase, TM1, PowerOLAP, Oracle OLAP and Analysis Services. Among his more significant software development achievements was the programming of the client-side portion of ACCPAC International's eTransact™ product. In addition to significant software development and design expertise, French spent many years working as an independent BI consultant on both large- and small-scale projects around the world.
French holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business studies from Trent University in England. He resides in Norwalk, CT.