Director of Certification - Ann Hage, CBAP, CBDA

Ann Hage is currently a Business Systems Analyst for Bastian Solutions,  A Toyota Advanced Logistics Company.  After having worked in the healthcare sector for over 30 years, the majority of which was focused on the development of laboratory and genetics information systems,  Ann took a leap of faith into the world of global material handling system integration.  Although the two industries could not be further apart, Ann’s love of the BA profession has enabled her to leverage her skills and transition into her new role with confidence.

Ann’s decision to pursue a certification in Business Analysis came after spending a significant amount of time on a large, international LIS replacement project.  While journaling lessons learned, she quickly realized that it was time to sharpen the saw, expand  her BA toolkit and formalize the processes that she had employed over the past 30 years.

Ann  earned the designation of Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP^®) certification in 2020 and her Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA®-CBDA) in 2023 after having attended the Bluegrass IIBA sponsored study groups for both.  As a member of the IIBA, she enjoys the endless opportunities for continuing education and professional growth that membership affords her.

In her role as the Director of Certification, she enjoys engaging with the community to highlight the value of certification, facilitating certification study groups and sharing her love for the BA profession. 
In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, home improvement projects and spending time with family and friends.

Email: Certification@bluegrass.iiba.org

Director of Events - Dolores Vadi, CBAP

Dolores Vadi has 30 years experience in the healthcare industry including 19 years at a software development company that specializes in Clinical Laboratory and Genetics Information Systems (LIS/GIS).  In addition to obtaining her Certified Business Analyst Professional™ (CBAP^®) certification she holds a Master’s degree in Biomedical Informatics. 

During her 19 years with the company Dolores has worked both in the Product Development and Implementation departments which have afforded her many opportunities to work on new development and process improvement initiates.  Having worked extensively with internal and external stakeholders Dolores understands the value and importance of good business analysis.

Dolores is a member of both IIBA^® and the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter.  She looks forward to continuing to hone her BA skills both at the workplace and in service to the Chapter. She would like to help educate BA professionals on the numerous specialized and complementary careers available.  To foster an understanding and desire for continued learning to help meet the new challenges and opportunities emerging in the business analysis profession.

Email: Events@bluegrass.iiba.org

Recognition Program Director - Andrew Lytle, CCBA

Andrew Lytle works as a Business Analyst for NTT Data at Commonwealth of Kentucky, supporting the Medicaid Waiver Management Application. He has several years of experience in business analysis and project management, specializing in data analysis, SQL report writing, technical analysis, business process improvement, supporting QA / UA testing efforts among other skills and techniques.

Andrew discovered the field of business analysis after several years of working in the ministry and operations management. The more he learned about business analysis, the more he grew to love it and realized it was an ideal field for him. It allowed him to use his love for technology to help make IT projects and people succeed. Getting certified in business analysis was the natural and necessary next step. He became Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) certified in September 2018. Andrew would like to see Bluegrass IIBA chapter to encourage a life-long learning mindset for all Kentucky business analysis professionals.

Email: Recognition@bluegrass.iiba.org  

Director of Technology – Usha Talabhaktula, MBA, MSIT, CSM, CBAP

Usha Talabhaktula is currently the ERP Systems Manager in the Auditor Controller’s Office of Monterey County, CA. She started her career as an IT Programmer Analyst and now has an overall experience of 25+ years in the Information Technology, Data Center/Cloud computing, Higher Education and Local government business sectors.

Usha has a Master of Science Information Technology (MSIT) degree from California State University-Fullerton, USA and a Master’s degree in Commerce from India, which is evaluated as an MBA in the USA. As a Business Relationship Manager, she is the liaison between functional and technical teams in Financials and Budgeting areas and performs a wide variety of business analysis tasks/activities. Usha is an Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) in Financial Management and Oracle Certified Expert (OCE) in Hyperion System Administration. She also has ITIL® and CSM® certifications. She is a member of the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter and obtained her Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®) certification in February 2022.

Usha is a strong believer in the concept of living life to its fullest extent, through continuous learning and growth. Usha volunteers at her Church, as a Director of a program for middle and high school students. She also volunteers in the Children’s ministry of a Christian Fellowship in Silicon Valley, where she teaches songs and directs skits.

Email: Technology@bluegrass.iiba.org