More About Me.
I’m Michael Rivera, a business technologist focused on practical applications of AI and data technologies that create meaningful impact for people and organizations.
I’m currently pursuing my MBA at Kellogg, where I focus on strategy and data analytics and am involved in the AI Club, Tech Club, Healthcare at Kellogg, and Hispanic Management Association.
Beyond Kellogg, I serve as a pro-bono AI Advisor and Chair of the Associate Board for America Needs You (ANY), leading efforts to expand mentorship access and resources, fundraise, and enhance programming to support first-generation college students. I also am a Mentor Coach for ANY, providing 2-years of continuous mentorship to an individual first-generation, low-income college student to support their career exploration and professional development.
Outside of academics and volunteering, I’m an avid powerlifter, golfer, technology experimenter, baker, and hiker (and a lifelong tiger enthusiast 🐅)
Professional Experience
2019-2025
Data, Analytics, and AI Consulting
PwC
As a Consulting Manager at PwC, I was focused on leveraging AI, data, and analytics to drive transformative initiatives in the healthcare space. My role involved leading cross-functional teams (5-20+) of developers, business analytics, product managers, architects, and functional experts to develop innovative strategies, technologies, and novel solutions.
Select Project Archetypes:
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HR Analytics Platform (AWS, Tableau, SQL, HRIS - 20+ sources)
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Cloud Migrations (AWS, Azure)
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Supplier Invoicing / Reconciliation Application (Azure, Snowflake, Python, React)
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Intelligent Contract Analysis (Azure Cognitive Services)
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AI Governance (cross-platform)
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Enterprise AI Strategy (x-system)
Education
2025-2027
Master's in Business Administration
Kellogg School of Management - Northwestern University
2015-2019
B.S. in Marketing, Information Systems / Information Technology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign