Laura M.

Laura M.

United States of America
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About Me

Laura is a data-driven strategist with expertise in turning data into actionable insights. Laura fell in love with Tableau 7.0 in her MBA business analytics program and never looked back. Now, she is a Tableau certified professional and spends her days telling stories with data to influence business decisions.

Backend

Python 3

Database

Database Design

Other

Data Analytics Data Visualization Tableau Agile software development Data Science Microsoft Power BI Business Intelligence (BI) ETL Salesforce Snowflake

Work history

PepsiCo Global - Main
Data Engineering Lead
2021 - Present (4 years)
Remote

  • Collaborated across business functions to collect, translate, and prioritize reporting requirements.

  • Developed and maintained critical business dashboards.

  • Led dashboard training, created training materials, monitored usage, and developed engagement plans.

TableauSnowflake
Accent Technologies Inc.
Business Intelligence Consultant
2020 - 2022 (2 years)
Remote

  • Planned and deployed a Tableau server environment. Managed site administration, access, and security.

  • Developed and maintained critical business dashboards and data models.

  • Collaborated across business functions to collect, translate, and prioritize reporting requirements.

TableauTableau ServerBI Reporting Data ModelingETL
Nitro Software
Business Intelligence Consultant
2020 - 2022 (2 years)
Remote

  • Deployed a Tableau Server environment. Managed site administration, access, and security.

  • Managed client relationships and collected and prioritized reporting requirements.

  • Integrated systems and developed data models. Developed critical business dashboards.

Product DevelopmentTraining Database DesignFinancial Reporting Tableau ServerAlteryxAgile software developmentTableauSystem Integration BI Reporting ETLSalesforce
LG
Business Intelligence Consultant
2019 - 2021 (2 years)
Remote

  • Managed a team of developers to design and develop data models. Led the development of critical business dashboards.

  • Collaborated across business functions to collect, translate, and prioritize reporting requirements. Developed a deep understanding of business operations to translate requirements into effective storytelling.

  • Led dashboard training, created training materials, and monitored the usage.

Database Modeling TableauTableau ServerData Analytics Data VisualizationBusiness Intelligence (BI) eCommerce
BCG
Enterprise Tableau Developer
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Remote

  • Designed and developed critical business dashboards.

  • Provided recommendations and best practices in designing data models.

  • Tested and iteratively improved data and dashboard solutions.

TableauTableau Server
Booz Allen Hamilton
Enterprise Financial Reporting Lead
2016 - 2020 (4 years)
Remote

  • Led the enterprise financial reporting team for a Fortune 500 consulting firm.

  • Managed agile teams throughout all phases of the development lifecycle, including requirements, system mapping, data modeling, design, development, testing, and iteratively improving solutions.

  • Managed client relationships, led user engagement and communications strategy, prioritized requirements, and developed a deep understanding of business operations to translate requirements into effective storytelling.

Product DevelopmentTraining & Training Content Development Training Database DesignFinancial Reporting Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Tableau Desktop Pro Tableau ServerAlteryxAgile software developmentTableau

Showcase

Software as a Service Dashboard

  • Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing systems.

  • Provides instant feedback on potential issues and growth opportunities.

  • Focuses on operator insights for SaaS businesses.

Southwest Flight Delay Dashboard

  • Developed to help Southwest Airlines employees understand fight delays.

  • Provides insights for airport managers and route planners to reduce delay times.

  • Focuses on identifying areas needing improvement within the company's control.

Education

Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree in Business Analytics
George Washington University
2014 - 2016 (2 years)
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
University of Maryland
2009 - 2013 (4 years)