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Ishang Pahwa

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Results driven strategy professional with 6+ years of experience in corporate strategy, financial modeling, and data analytics across top-tier consulting and financial services firms. Ability to develop and implement data-driven solutions, drive business transformation, and support high-impact strategic decisions. Expertise in financial modeling, process improvement, and stakeholder management.Proven track record of delivering high-impact solutions in Fortune 500 firms and advising C-level executives on corporate strategy, market expansion, and operational efficiency. Adept at solving complex business problems using structured thinking, advanced analytics, and stakeholder collaboration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Business Associate – Strategy & Analytics

JP Morgan
Wilmington, DE
02.2023 - Current
  • Led multiple workstreams in strategy development, data analytics, and business optimization, directly contributing to corporate-wide strategic initiatives
  • Designed and implemented a new operational data model for Wealth Management, improving efficiency and driving a 20% increase in advisor utilization
  • Automated data-driven processes using Alteryx, SQL, and Tableau, resulting in a ~25% improvement in forecasting accuracy and better strategic decision-making
  • Conducted impact assessment analyses to evaluate the effects of business initiatives, enabling leadership to make informed strategic decisions
  • Developed customized KPI dashboards to monitor business performance and increase transparency across functions
  • Led executive presentations and strategic reports for senior leadership, ensuring alignment on key objectives
  • Built predictive models to assess business performance trends, providing actionable insights to cross-functional teams
  • Spearheaded process automation efforts, reducing manual reporting time by 40% and improving operational efficiency
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including risk, compliance, and finance, to resolve business challenges and streamline workflows

Business Intelligence Analyst

Naylor LLC
Washington, DC
04.2021 - 02.2023
  • Managed data-driven strategic initiatives, helping global teams improve business planning through predictive modeling and dashboard automation
  • Designed and built enterprise-wide dashboards using DOMO & Tableau, improving visibility into key business metrics and supporting leadership decision-making
  • Conducted in-depth market analysis using Python and SQL to identify growth opportunities and optimize business strategies
  • Developed and tested predictive analytics models to forecast business growth trends, enhancing strategic planning
  • Created and automated real-time data reports that improved efficiency and accuracy for diverse stakeholders
  • Optimized data cleaning and preparation processes using SQL, significantly reducing errors and improving reporting reliability
  • Collaborated with global teams to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure data-driven decision-making across business units
  • Developed an advanced forecasting model to monitor project pacing and identify potential business risks
  • Led multiple data governance and compliance initiatives, ensuring data integrity and accuracy for leadership reports

Senior Analyst – Strategy Consulting

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Services LLP
New Delhi, India
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Led corporate strategy engagements, supporting companies in financial restructuring, M&A, and business optimization
  • Developed financial models (DCF, Comparable Company Analysis) to assess business valuations and growth opportunities for clients
  • Advised clients on $100M+ in fundraising, assisting in due diligence, financial structuring, and investor presentations
  • Collaborated with legal, financial, and operations teams to execute restructuring strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Led stakeholder negotiations, coordinating between investors, legal representatives, and corporate executives to facilitate successful restructuring efforts
  • Designed and implemented business turnaround strategies, improving financial performance and operational efficiency
  • Conducted industry research and competitive analysis, identifying growth opportunities and market expansion strategies
  • Developed investment pitch materials for clients, successfully securing funding from institutional investors
  • Assisted in corporate debt restructuring cases, working with government agencies and regulatory bodies
  • Spearheaded a pan-India team for data collection and analysis, supporting investor due diligence and financial modeling

Education

MSc - Data Science

American University, Kogod School of Business
Washington, DC
12-2020

BSc - Corporate Finance & Accounting, Economics

Bentley University
Boston, MA
01.2017

Skills

  • Corporate Strategy
  • Market Research
  • Business Transformation
  • Financial Modeling
  • Competitive Analysis
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Strategic planning
  • Product management
  • Alteryx
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • Advanced Excel
  • Data Visualization
  • DCF & Valuation Modeling
  • Budget Forecasting
  • M&A Due Diligence
  • Scenario Analysis
  • Stakeholder Management

Certification

  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
  • Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) Certification
  • Advanced Financial Modeling (DCF, LBO) Training

Timeline

Senior Business Associate – Strategy & Analytics

JP Morgan
02.2023 - Current

Business Intelligence Analyst

Naylor LLC
04.2021 - 02.2023

Senior Analyst – Strategy Consulting

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Services LLP
07.2017 - 06.2019

MSc - Data Science

American University, Kogod School of Business

BSc - Corporate Finance & Accounting, Economics

Bentley University

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