Ali Clymer is a Data Platform Engineer at West Yost with more than 12 years of experience designing databases, building automated data pipelines, and developing software and analytics solutions. She works with water agencies to modernize data workflows by connecting field, laboratory, operational, and legacy systems into reliable, cloud-based platforms that improve reporting and decision-making.

Before joining West Yost, Ali worked in financial services, professional consulting, and technology startups, where she led data engineering and operational technology initiatives. Her background includes database architecture, application development, business intelligence, and large-scale data integration, with experience spanning Microsoft Azure, SQL, Python, and a broad range of cloud, analytics, automation, and AI technologies.

Today, Ali focuses on designing practical, scalable data solutions that help utilities spend less time managing data and more time using it to support operations, regulatory reporting, and long-term planning.

Micah Krider is a data strategy and analytics leader specializing in transforming fragmented, manual data environments into structured, reliable systems that support real-time insight and decision-making. With over 20 years of experience, he has led the design and delivery of enterprise data platforms, automation systems, and analytics solutions across industries including water, wastewater, energy, and federal programs.

Prior to joining West Yost, Micah served as a Product Owner leading a 40-person multidisciplinary team, including software developers, data engineers, GIS specialists, instrumentation and controls engineers, database administrators, QA teams, and technical writers—to develop and scale an enterprise data platform supporting complex operational environments. Under his leadership, the platform evolved from a small initiative into a large-scale production system delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, safety, and data-driven decision-making.

At West Yost, Micah leads enterprise data strategy and implementation, including development of centralized data platforms, automated data pipelines, and governance frameworks. His work focuses on helping organizations move from disconnected spreadsheets and manual processes to scalable, well-governed data environments that improve operational visibility, reduce risk, and support long-term planning. He is known for delivering practical, right-sized solutions that align with client needs while establishing a strong foundation for future analytics and innovation.