As Director of Data Analytics, Taylor Gilfillan harnesses the power of data to deliver insights about BES and our Fellow-founded schools. In his role, he leads the collection, analysis and reporting of key metrics, coordinates program evaluation, and communicates our impact with external partners through data visualization and storytelling.
Prior to joining BES, he spent a decade working in K-12 public education, with his career evolving from classroom to district leadership roles in Texas and Florida that focused on data analysis and accountable systems. His past work has included innovative data solutions to improve virtual instruction during the height of the pandemic, and making complex data simple for community members during a district-wide school boundary rezoning process.
Taylor holds a master’s degree in data analytics and a bachelor’s degree in physics. In 2021, he was invited to and attended Harvard’s Summer Institute for Leadership in Analytics, focusing on professional development around data visualization, equity and ethics.
When he’s not searching for hidden insights in datasets, Taylor, originally from North Carolina, enjoys life in Florida with his wife and their trio of dogs. An avid cyclist, you might spot him on the road or in spin class.
