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Geoffrey Root
Senior BI Report Lead
Geoffrey Root is an experienced instructor at General Assembly, specializing in data analytics and SQL. He has been teaching at General Assembly since March 2017, where he conducts workshops such as the SQL Bootcamp and Intro to Data Analytics. His SQL Bootcamp is a six-hour intensive course designed to equip students with the skills to query databases effectively.12
Professional Background
In addition to his teaching role, Geoffrey is a Business Intelligence Developer for State Farm in Atlanta. He has a robust background in data analysis, having worked with various companies including Rubicon Global, AT&T, and General Mills. His experience encompasses developing dashboards and performing deep-dive analytics to support business intelligence initiatives.23
Education and Skills
Geoffrey holds a degree from Penn State University and has completed several professional courses in advanced SQL, Tableau, and data analytics tools through platforms like LinkedIn Learning. His technical expertise includes proficiency in major BI analytics platforms such as Tableau and Power BI.12
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional endeavors, Geoffrey enjoys cooking, dining out, running, hiking around Stone Mountain, and reading.2