About Me
About Me
A Passion for data and improving solutions.
- Business Finance Analyst with expertise in data science, product, business operations and process management, with quantitative and qualitative skillsets that deliver impactful results. My experience spans portfolio investments, early-stage start-ups, management consulting, business process outsourcing, and business intelligence. I have helped companies manage operational processes, cut costs, and increase profits through actionable insights, using tools such as Python 3, SQL, VBA Macro, PowerBI, Java, and R Shiny. Known for my excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate in teams of all sizes.
- Fitness enthusiast who enjoys staying active and exploring new places. My vibrant enthusiasm remains a driving force in both my professional and personal pursuits. Born in Jamaica, currently residing in Los Angeles, USA.
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- Master's Degree: Financial Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree: Mathematics of Finance
Kareem Powell
My Resume
My Resume
Professional and Work Experience
Education
MASTERS OF SCIENCE: FINANCIAL ENGINEERING
2022 - 2024
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Coursework: Financial Derivatives, Quantitative Risk Management, Financial Time Series, Corporate Finance, Introduction to Risk Management, Stochastic Processes, Mathematical Finance, Predictive Analytics, and Data Visualization
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE: MATHEMATICS OF FINANCE
2016 - 2019
University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica
- Coursework: Financial Mathematics, Financial Management, Accounting, R, Python, Java, Statistics, Economics, Probability, Time Series, Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations
Professional Experience
Contractor
2024 - Present
WattCarbon, Remote
- Developed business processes and prepared detailed lists of business development leads to enhance targeted marketing efforts, using internal qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Provided analyses and actionable insights. Built and maintained data rooms, developed pro forma cap table tools.
- Monitored and analyzed business development outreach effectiveness. Provided data-driven insights on response rates and follow-up strategies.
Dean's Assistant and Office Coordinator
2023 - 2024
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative market research to assess viability of proposed degree programs, leading to the successful launch of the Drucker School of Management STEM and Online MBA programs.
- Administrative support for event planning, project support, and market research, utilizing SharePoint Metadata, SharePoint Forms, and Canva.
Finance Association President
2022 - 2023
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Collaborated with board members to determine the association's goals and ensure compliance with governing documents.
- Oversaw fiscal well-being, including budgeting, assessments, and adequate reserves.
- Developed volunteers and leaders, presiding at board meetings and organizing networking events.
Data Analyst Intern
2022
The Student Life Newspaper, Claremont, CA
- Collaborated with the data associate and news team to enhance The Student Life Newspaper's storytelling, by providing numerical insights for various news initiatives.
- Supported the monthly release of COVID-19 case data by assisting the data team in gathering and updating information for a COVID-19 dashboard - which offered the only comprehensive overview of case counts across the 5C colleges.
Business Excellence Analyst
2022
Hinduja Global Solutions, Kingston, Jamaica
- Promoted into the newly formed Business Excellence Department to identify efficiency opportunities and recommend process improvements. Conducted root-cause analysis and created action plans that improved the overall efficiency of the business.
- Efficiently managed vast datasets, providing reports to key stakeholders for informed decision-making. Created dynamic and interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau or PowerBI.
- Improved the efficiency of new business accounts from base; 50% efficiency to company benchmark, 90% efficiency in three months.
Reporting Analyst
2021 - 2022
Hinduja Global Solutions, Kingston, Jamaica
- Reported to the company's Assistant Director, providing support for the company’s healthcare accounts, in order to complete a country-wide data consolidation project aimed at aiding cost-saving efforts. This initiative led to substantial savings of millions of US dollars for the company and played a pivotal role in the establishment of a Business Excellence Department.
- Implemented process improvements and established best practices within new programs. Utilized reporting tools like Excel & PowerPoint to create compelling dashboards and presentations.
- Automated the process of translating data to decks and dashboards in both PowerBI and Excel. Tracked and analyzed data to identify trends, patterns, and areas of opportunity.
Financial Analyst Intern
2018 - 2022
JMMB Group Limited, Kingston, Jamaica
- Developed and maintained an automated pricing database to value company owned securities. Monitored the daily pricing of company portfolios using Bloomberg Terminal, Excel VBA, and Axys. Supported management in ascertaining the net asset value of company portfolios.
- Updated portfolio and real estate reports using database visualization software. Developed and maintained Excel models using knowledge of VBA programming.