Business Intelligence Power Platform

PETER SCHOLTEN

Charleston, ***** SC 630-***-**** ************@*****.***

Summary

Experienced SharePoint Administrator and Enterprise Applications Architect with over 15 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing SharePoint solutions across multiple platforms, including O365/SP Online and SharePoint 2010-2019. Skilled in digital transformation, content management systems, and cloud architecture, with a proven track record of improving operational workflows and enhancing user collaboration. Adept at SharePoint migrations, customizations, and leveraging Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 for dynamic, data-driven applications. Known for optimizing system performance, ensuring high availability, and driving business efficiency through innovative technology solutions.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Adaptability & Agility

Communication Mastery

Detail-Oriented Execution

Customer-Centric Mindset

Problem-Solving Excellence

Power Platform Development

Collaboration & Team Leadership

Business Intelligence

Application Integration

SharePoint Solution Design

Automation & Workflow Tools

User Experience Enhancement

Systems Administration & Scripting

Cloud & Infrastructure Management

Technical Documentation & Architecture

Experience

Tooling Program Manager 11/2024 to 01/2025

Gritter Francona Rockville, MD

Developed and launched a dynamic Staff Onboarding Portal using SharePoint's collaboration template, leveraging custom content types and site columns to create a scalable, relational structure that streamlined cross-departmental onboarding processes.

Engineered automated Power Automate flows to trigger real-time notifications and welcome communications for newly hired staff, while implementing conditional logic to assign role-based access and list-specific permissions, enhancing both user experience and data security.

Collaborated on Enterprise Data Operations (EDO) assignments, producing detailed RACI matrices and executive-ready PowerPoint presentations to clarify roles, optimize accountability, and support strategic planning efforts.

Successfully passed background clearance procedures, securing an Interim Secret Clearance—demonstrating high standards of trust, discretion, and eligibility for handling sensitive organizational initiatives.

Sr. Supervisor Enterprise Applications Architect 01/2023 to 11/2024

Kirkland & Ellis Chicago, IL

Spearheaded enterprise-wide digital transformation by defining scalable application architectures and implementing robust data migration, security, and privacy protocols aligned with firm-wide compliance standards.

Led cross-functional collaboration with Risk and Security teams, effectively guiding application owners through the Architecture Review Board (ARB) process, resulting in a 95% approval rate and seamless integration of future-state solutions.

Engineered strategic IT system architectures that aligned with organizational goals, leveraging modeling tools like Visio and draw.io to visualize application ecosystems and streamline decision-making for executive stakeholders.

Elevated operational efficiency by standardizing enterprise application patterns, optimizing shared infrastructure, and achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rating through consistent delivery of high-performance, secure technology solutions.

Manager Senior SharePoint Architect/Microsoft Power Platform Architect 06/2010 to 11/2024

Kirkland & Ellis Chicago, IL

Led the end-to-end architecture and deployment of scalable SharePoint and Power Platform solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring seamless integration with Dynamics 365 CRM and achieving a 30% boost in cross-platform user efficiency.

Architected and executed enterprise-level migrations across multiple SharePoint versions (2007–2019 & Online), implementing governance frameworks, content taxonomy, and disaster recovery protocols to enhance operational resilience and system scalability.

Designed and implemented advanced business intelligence dashboards by integrating SharePoint, Power BI, and Dataverse, empowering executive decision-making with real-time analytics, streamlined data pipelines, and custom visualizations.

Directed agile development teams through sprint planning, capacity management, and solution delivery, while also mentoring staff and providing expert-level training on Microsoft 365 tools, Power Apps, and Dynamics CRM workflows, driving adoption and reducing support tickets by 40%.

SharePoint Consultant 03/2010 to 06/2010

The Glenture Group

Delivered expert consulting services to clients transitioning to Microsoft SharePoint, guiding seamless migrations from legacy platforms like SharePoint 2007 and 2010 to modern, scalable solutions that enhance collaboration and document management.

Spearheaded platform assessments and upgrade strategies, ensuring tailored SharePoint implementations aligned with client business goals, infrastructure needs, and user adoption capabilities.

Advised stakeholders on best practices and feature optimization within SharePoint environments, driving improvements in knowledge sharing, team productivity, and governance compliance.

Partnered with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot legacy platform limitations and deliver robust SharePoint solutions that supported long-term digital transformation initiatives.

SharePoint Administrator 01/2008 to 03/2010

GoGo Itasca, IL

Engineered a scalable MOSS architecture by gathering business requirements and aligning site structure with enterprise goals—optimizing system performance and long-term adaptability.

Elevated enterprise search capabilities by configuring the Shared Service Provider and indexing network file shares, dramatically improving content discoverability across departments.

Enhanced cross-site content visibility and collaboration by designing custom rollup web parts and InfoPath 2007 forms with managed code, integrated seamlessly via C#.NET web services.

Transformed user engagement and interface consistency by customizing Master Pages and CSS elements, while also enabling Active Directory integration for personalized, searchable user profiles.

Education

Bachelors: CIS

Devry Addison, IL

Undergrad

Fort Lewis College Durango, CO

Undergrad

Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL

Certifications

ToGAF, 2023

Power BI Suite

CompTIA Security+

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