Higher Education
The University of Mississippi
August 2016 to May 2020
Bachelor of Arts
Majored in Political Science, Minored in Computer Science
Educational Honors
Provost Scholar
National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholarship Recipient
Holmes Scholarship Recipient
Academic Merit Scholarship Recipient
Rho Lambda Honor Society
Order of Omega Honor Society
Honorable Brad Dye Political Science Scholarship, Spring 2019
Dean’s Honor Roll, Spring 2020
Who’s Who, Class of 2020
Career Experience
Strategic Insights Manager
November 2023-Present
- Responsible for 3 direct reports
- Works with broad user base and team to transform requests into actionable insights projects benefiting core business units
- Facilitates and maintains agile team structure
- Leverages advanced analytics techniques such as machine learning algorithms to improve executive decision making
- Identifies areas of improvement within existing products through qualitative interviews and research initiatives with end users
Women Advocating Today for Tomorrow (WATT) Board
2024 Board Term
- Plans and markets quarterly virtual networking events and discussions for 400+ member employee resource group
- Plans and markets annual WATT in-person event for over 150 members and executive guests
- Manages resource and contact lists for event speakers, venues, executive contacts across operating companies, and more
- Trains operating company leaders on how to successfully plan and host local employee resource group events
- Represents organization and promotes objectives at networking events and trade shows
- Researches employee needs and preferences for future programming planning
Strategic Insights Analyst
April 2022 – November 2023
- Built and maintained power BI reports for 200+ active monthly users
- Advanced analytics and visualization projects utilizing R, Python, Snowflake for SQL, Power BI, and more
- Spearheaded implementation of Microsoft Power Platform Applications for Irby Utilities employees
- Contributed to database architecture planning
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams
Self-Employed
Reporting Automation Consultant
April 2022 – December 2023
- Built data pipeline to clean data and generate 100+ reports off of raw survey data for former employer
- Created deliverables to establish long-term internal improvement plans and application upgrades to existing report automation
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gain understanding of project goals and objectives
- Wrote and edited reports, proposals, and presentations for client
- Conducted research through surveys, focus groups and interviews to gather information about consumers’ attitudes, opinions and behaviors
Director of Data Science
April 2021-April 2022
- Managed polling software and data pipelines for on-site focus groups and remotely distributed user surveys
- Designed and customized research proposals to suit detailed customer needs and target audience demographics
- Established long-term plan to improve internal data security policies
Professional, Business Systems Analysis
August 2018 – April 2021
- Managed SSIS package design and implementation
- UI development and testing
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.
- Troubleshot reported technical issues
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
Intern, Business Systems Analysis
May 2018-August 2018
- Built user adoption report with source data and GIS tools for a newly implemented product’s rollout reporting
- 2nd place in annual intern Hackathon for rebuilt edition of a push to production helper application
Teaching Assistant Spring 2019, Spring 2020
- Prepared and presented introductory lessons on applied statistics, R, and data visualization to 60+ undergraduate students
- Only undergraduate selected for a teaching assistant role in the Political Science program.
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans whenever possible to engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
- Provided individualized support to students who required additional help with understanding concepts or completing assignments.
- Took attendance and kept track of evaluations and paperwork
Courses and Certifications by Skill
Management and Leadership
– Sonepar iManage: a collection of courses covering team engagement, coaching, mentoring, time management, interviewing, teaching, and developing associates completed over first 6 months of accepting a managerial role. Completed April 2024.
– Unconscious Bias: a LinkedIn Learning course exploring common forms of unconscious bias and teaching leaders how to recognize, acknowledge, and address internal biases when making decisions. Completed December 2023.
Database Structure, Design, and Administration
– CSCI 356, University of Mississippi: Python Data Structures
– CSCI 323, University of Mississippi: Systems of Programming – Linux Systems
– CSCI 211, University of Mississippi: Advanced Data Structures, Algorithm Design, and Advanced Programming Techniques
Research Design and Implementation
– POL 399, University of Mississippi: Readings and Research in Political Science — Independent project analyzing contributing factors to brain drain in Mississippi. Overseen by Dr. Armaly Miles.
– POL 550, University of Mississippi: Graduate Introduction to Research in Politics
– POL 399, University of Mississippi: Readings and Research in Political Science — Shadowed Dr. Charles E. Smith and provided mentorship to students studying Pol 251, Political Science Research Methods course.
US government structure and systems
– POL 300, University of Mississippi: Judicial Process
– POL 318, University of Mississippi: Politics of the American South
– POL 103, University of Mississippi: International Relations
– POL 307, University of Mississippi: Constitutional Law – Civil Rights & Liberties
– POL 306, University of Mississippi: Constitutional Law – Supreme Court & the Constitution
Personal Pursuits
Young Williams Animals Center
Canine Caretaker, Level 2: September 2023 – Present
– Trained to handle dogs with known behavioral issues, ailments, etc. and provide a high standard of care while they await adoption.
Day Trip Foster: October 2023 – Present
– Trained to take dogs available for adoption on public outings to relieve animal stress, socialize animals, and advertise adoptable animals
Feline Caretaker, Level 1: November 2023 – Present
– Trained for basic feline caretaking
Foster adoption ambassador: December 2023 – Present
– In-home care for animals with health or behavioral concerns incompatible with remaining in the shelter until adoption
– plans and implements behavior modification training for animal enrichment, improving behavioral concerns, and increasing adaptability
– independently advertises, coordinates, and vets potential adopters for YWAC animals in my care
– advanced care for newborn and elderly animals
University of Mississippi
Associated Student Body, Deputy Director of Sustainability: Spring 2017- Spring 2018
– Planned campus events including the campus farmer’s market, green week, and more
Panhellenic Council Recruitment Counselor: Fall 2017- Fall 2018
– Mentored women through the Panhellenic recruitment process
– Publicly represented Panhellenic in interest meetings and campus events
– Supported Panhellenic philanthropy events held for Girl Up and Baptist Memorial Hospital
Panhellenic Council Head Recruitment Counselor: Fall 2018- Fall 2019
– Responsible for team of Panhellenic recruitment counselors
– Upheld Panhellenic bylaws and adjudicated conflicts
Greek Ambassadors Founding Member: 2018-2020
– Public representative of the university’s Office of Fraternity & Sorority life
– Tabled at orientation, freshman visit days, and miscellaneous events
– Certified Peer Educator
– Led parent and guardian informational meetings
– Advocated for anti-hazing campus policies, student mental health support programs, and academic success programs
Ole Miss Alumni Association – Young Alumni Council Member: 2021-2023 (3 year terms)
– Scholarship Committee Member
– Plans and advertises fundraising events to provide scholarships for alumni seeking advanced degrees
Ole Miss Student-Alumni Council – Volunteer Mentor: 2021- 2023
– Paired with current Ole Miss undergrad students to provide career & academic mentoring
Delta Gamma Fraternity
Alpha Psi Chapter Philanthropy Committee: Fall 2016– Spring 2018
– Assists in facilitating philanthropic events benefitting Gallant Hearts Guide Dog Foundations and Service for Sight
Alpha Psi Chapter Director of Social Awareness: Spring 2018- Spring 2019
– Promoted cultural awareness and community involvement amongst members
– Honor Board consultant for incidents pertaining to any behavior towards others, in the chapter or the community, that did not uphold Delta Gamma standards
Alpha Psi Chapter Director of Rituals: Spring 2019- Spring 2020
– Planned events for honoring Delta Gamma traditions in a 400+ member chapter, including but not limited to initiation, founder’s day, and new member pinning.
– Re-organized rituals calendar and requirements to suit the transition to social distancing
– Inventory manager for Alpha Psi chapter archives and event supplies
Oxford Alumnae Association Volunteer: July 2020- December 2022
– Mentored new chapter rituals director
– Volunteer helper during formal recruitment
Knoxville Alumnae Association Volunteer: January 2023-Present
– Volunteer helper during formal recruitment
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