Jesse Nelson

About Jesse Nelson

Hi, I\'m Jesse! I have what I consider to be a non-traditional path into the world of data analysis. After earning my Bachelor\'s in Biology, Master\'s in Education, and spending nine years in the classroom, I decided it was time to make a change. I realized that I both excelled at and had a passion for solving problems with data. I pursued multiple data and business analytics courses and certifications to hone that knowledge. What most people don\'t realize is that almost every aspect of teaching is supported and driven by data; I was well-versed in Excel and Google Sheets long before my formal Bi Software training - the certificates and now 2+ years as a Lead Business Analyst are just proof of what I\'ve been doing for a decade.So here I am, not just another analyst, but a data analyst who excels at communicating that data into something meaningful for your stakeholders.

Experience

1. Data Business Analyst

   Ao Globe Life

   Apr 2022 — Present · Waco, TX, US

   Spearheaded comprehensive training initiatives, closely monitored performance, and conducted rigorous accuracy checks for daily tasks completed by junior analysts and staff assistants- Played a pivotal role in executing a seamless, full-scale data migration from local networks to cloud services, ensuring optimal efficiency and data integrity- Established the baseline for a department wide AHT report used to monitor monthly production which is projected to increase productivity by 14% YOY-Utilized a wide range of data and computing programs, operating systems, and databases to present weekly and monthly status reports to C-suite and government oversight committees- Performed ad hoc data mining, cleaning, and analysis both internally and externally for various financial and insurance agency audits.

Education

• Hartwick College

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Biology

  2006 — 2011

• Grand Canyon University

  Master's degree, Secondary Education and Teaching

  2015 — 2017