Elaine Finn

• Analyzed the use of Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) to ease financial strains on municipal services in the city of St. Louis.
• Employed qualitative research methods regarding the use of PILOT in Boston, Providence and Baltimore.
• Curated targeted interview questions to assess the PILOT program’s implementation, outcomes, and effectiveness from a leadership perspective.
• Spearheaded interview with chairman of Boston Pilot Task Force to analyze success and influence of pilot program carried out in Boston.
• Conducted stakeholder-focused research to gain firsthand insights into the program’s successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Managed project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines and deliverables.
• Developed comprehensive reports detailing project outcomes and recommendations for future initiatives.
• Conducted presentations to stakeholders, effectively conveying project goals and results.

• Engaged potential clients through targeted outreach strategies and tailored communication.
• Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and client preferences for service offerings.
• Performed market analysis to identify evolving trends and client preferences for service offerings.
• Partnered with team members to enhance client onboarding processes, boosting overall efficiency.

Quantitative Analysis in Sociology

• Applied statistical techniques for dataset analysis, trend identification, relationship exploration, result interpretation, and effective communication of data-driven insights.
• Gained hands-on experience using R to organize and work with data in a sociological research setting.

Social Research Methods

• Gained experience in designing research, collecting data, sampling methods, developing surveys, qualitative and quantitative approaches, analyzing data
• Analyzed research findings and highlighted ethical concerns and possible issues throughout the research process.
• Employed analytical skills and critical thinking to analyze research data and derive evidence-based conclusions.

Current Issues in Sociology- Combatting Human Trafficking

• Displayed capabilities in advocacy, community outreach, event coordination, communication, and social impact via successful independent project management.
• Effectively communicated the initiative through social media, workplace outreach, and promotional materials.
• Successfully leveraged personal and professional networks to collect a substantial donation for The Covering House.