Michael Widener II

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Digital Analytics Senior Analyst

Professional Summary

Analytical and creative digital technologist with 15+ years turning raw data into actionable insight. Expert in web analytics, A/B and multivariate testing, and digital experience optimization. Adept with Adobe Analytics Suite and front-end implementation (HTML/CSS/JavaScript). Blends rigorous measurement with user-experience intuition to drive engagement, conversion, and revenue.

Core Competencies

• A/B & Multivariate Testing (Adobe Target)
• Adobe Analytics / Adobe Marketing Cloud / GA4
• Tag Management (Launch by Adobe, GTM)
• Website Optimization & Content Targeting
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript (front-end integration)
• Data Visualization (Tableau, Power BI)
• Quantitative & Behavioral Analysis
• Agile Collaboration & Stakeholder Comms

Professional Experience

Digital Analyst & Web Developer

Michael Widener GP · Remote · 2000–Present (Freelancing 2012-2024)

  • Designed and executed analytics strategies across multiple sites, achieving ~40% average engagement lift via A/B & multivariate testing.
  • Built and analyzed experimentation frameworks to measure content efficacy, funnel health, and conversion drivers.
  • Developed dashboards translating KPIs into clear business recommendations for marketing and product teams.
  • Owned tagging plans, segmentation, and tracking across Adobe and Google ecosystems.
  • Partnered with content, UX, and engineering to align hypotheses, test designs, and rollout plans.

Digital Analytics Consultant (Freelance)

Various Clients · U.S. & International · 2012–2024

  • Configured Adobe Analytics and tag management for high-traffic properties; ensured robust event/prop/eVar coverage.
  • Analyzed cohorts, journeys, and funnels to uncover growth levers; prioritized roadmaps with projected impact.
  • Delivered executive-ready readouts, connecting behavioral data to creative and commercial decisions.

Education

B.S., Multimedia Design & Development
American University — Washington, D.C.
Customized curriculum emphasizing Computer Science, Data Analytics, and Web Technology.

Technical Proficiencies

Certifications

References

Available upon request.

Recruiter Access

I work with recruiters exclusively via LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/michael-widener-ii