Ken Puls

Ken Puls is a globally recognized authority in Microsoft Excel, Power Query, and Power BI, with over two decades of hands-on experience in accounting, IT, and business intelligence systems. His career began in public practice accounting and industry, where he served as both Controller and IT Director, leading numerous system implementations and designing custom business intelligence solutions from the ground up.

Ken’s deep technical expertise is matched by a passion for teaching and community engagement. He has authored several acclaimed books, including RibbonX – Customizing the Office 2007 Ribbon, Power Query Recipes, and Master Your Data with Power Query in Excel and Power BI. His writing reflects a clear, practical approach to solving real-world data challenges.

Since 2006, Ken has been honored annually with the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the Excel and Power BI communities. His accolades also include being named a “Top 20 Under 40” Business Leader on Vancouver Island and receiving the prestigious Fellowship designation from the CMA Society — a distinction held by fewer than 2% of CMAs.

Known for his engaging and accessible teaching style, Ken delivers hands-on workshops, keynote sessions, and advanced training to audiences around the world. Whether through in-person events or online education, he’s committed to helping professionals harness the full power of Excel and Power BI to work smarter, not harder.