About Me
About Me
A Passion for data and improving solutions.
- Financial Data Analyst with expertise in data science, market research, portfolio investments, early-stage start-ups, and higher education. My thorough approach to quantitative and qualitative analysis delivers impactful results, helping companies cut costs and increase profits. By leveraging tools such as Python, SQL, VBA Macro, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and R Shiny, I have provided actionable insights that have driven business success.
- Known for my excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in teams of all sizes, I aim to foster positive work environments. Having completed my Master’s in Financial Engineering, I am now focused on my next phase of learning, preparing for the CFA Level 1 exam in pursuit of the CFA charter.
- A 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
Finance Data Professional
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
- Develop comprehensive financial models for partner engagement, build and maintain data rooms, and create pro forma cap table tools and analyses to drive business growth.
- Monitor and analyze business development outreach effectiveness, providing data-driven insights on response rates and follow-up strategies.
- Compile and manage detailed lists of BD leads, incorporating key contact information and insights to enhance targeted marketing efforts.
Dean's Assistant and Office Coordinator
2023 - 2024
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Performing quantitative and qualitative research to support the expansion of academic programs. Scraping and analyzing data from various college websites for comparative analysis.
- Streamlining new programs and conducting analysis whilst, collaborating directly with the Dean to encourage the school's advancement.
- Administrative support for Event planning, course scheduling, market research, and project support.
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 TSL's storytelling by providing valuable numerical insights and support for various initiatives. Previous examples include developing an interactive graphic to track recent class profiles and creating a COVID-19 dashboard that offers the only comprehensive overview of case counts across the 5Cs.
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
- Supported management in ascertaining the NAV of company portfolios using the software Axys.
- Created a Pricing Database using Microsoft Excel, Bloomberg Terminal, and Axys. Maintained financial portfolios using portfolio reporting and accounting software.
- Priced company securities daily. Updated portfolio and real estate reports using database visualization software. Created and maintained Excel models with VBA programming.