Data Scientist | Data Analyst | NLP Enthusiast
Salem, OR | Portfolio | LinkedIn
I am a data scientist with a strong background in data science, statistical analysis, machine learning, and natural language processing. As a co-founder of a data science consulting firm, I enjoy collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges and streamline data-driven workflows. I am skilled in Python, R, SQL, and Power BI, with experience building and optimizing dashboards and predictive models.
- Programming & Scripting: Python, SQL, R
- Data Engineering: ETL/ELT, Data Modeling, Relational Databases
- Tools & Platforms: Power BI, Tableau, Git/GitHub, Google BigQuery
- Data Processing: SparkNLP, PySpark
- Other: Statistical Modeling, Microsoft Excel, API Integration
Capstone Project — Lead Data Scientist
Developed an end-to-end pipeline to scrape and analyze 100,000+ social media posts, integrating them into a custom database. Built machine learning models that predicted stock market movements with over 50% accuracy.
Data Scientist
Aggregated 30+ years of MLB stats and employed clustering and regression models to explain 45% of the variation in game attendance. Collaborated on data cleaning, modeling, and analysis.
NLP Specialist
Designed a scalable SparkNLP pipeline to predict character gender with 75% accuracy, earning a “Best Use of Statistics” award. Presented results to academic audiences.
Data Scientist
Built an automated system to ingest and analyze weather and traffic data via APIs. Modeled and visualized incident trends for peer presentations.
Data Scientist
Cleaned and modeled battery lifespan data, achieving predictive models with high R² values (> 0.95). Presented insights to technical stakeholders.
Data Analyst & Visualization Specialist
Led analysis of climate-driven immigration trends and created impactful alluvial and bar chart visualizations. Invited to mentor at Willamette University’s Data Fest.
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Illumination Data Solutions — Data Scientist
Led development of predictive models and BI dashboards for diverse industries. Improved client operations and reporting processes. -
Open Dental Software — Support Technician II
Optimized SQL reports and data validation, enhancing data quality and decision-making. -
Yecuris Corporation — Lab Animal Technician II
Managed research data, implemented process improvements, and coordinated lab operations. -
Huntington Learning Center — Senior Lead Math & Physics Tutor
Delivered tailored lessons in mathematics, physics, and data science to drive student success. -
Willamette University — Undergraduate Research Assistant
Conducted research and led a year-long capstone, focusing on data analysis and project management.
Willamette University
- M.S. Data Science (2024)
- B.A. Physics (2020)