Joseph Costa

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ABOUT JOSEPH COSTA

I am an experienced senior analyst and former consultant focusing on data analysis, performance improvement, and business intelligence that enables executives to make impactful operational, strategic, and financial business decisions. My professional strengths include data analysis, financial forecasting and modeling, insight reporting, data visualization, team collaboration, and managing internal and external client relationships.With nearly 7 years of experience, I have designed business solutions for Fortune 500 clients in multiple industries including consumer products, retail, technology, and financial services. Through team collaboration and coordination, I have presented solutions to senior executives and clients that successfully improved business infrastructure, enhanced operational efficiencies, and automated business processes. I am skilled at research and data analysis, root cause identification, solution optimization, project design and execution, and leading cross-functional teams with an inclusive, person-centered leadership styleI am driven to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an MBA student at USC, I contributed to multiple DEI programs and initiatives, including the annual USC Marshall DEI conference and competing in the John Lewis Racial Justice competition focusing on DEI workforce transformation. These problem-solving and interpersonal skills allow me to build relationships with a broad network of business professionals. Finally, as a former consultant and professional dancer, I have a unique skill set that combines critical business acumen with communication skills, allowing me to excel as a creative business professional. I love to bring a creative perspective to the fulcrum of my decision-making.