Kate Tsushko
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Accomplished IT professional with extensive experience in risk management, data analysis, and developing forecasting risk models. Committed to leveraging real-world experience to create engaging, scenario-based learning experiences for students and dedicated to helping them acquire applicable skills for their careers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Credit Risk Specialist
Wells Fargo
07.2023 - Current
- Reduced risk exposure by implementing comprehensive risk management strategies and policies.
- Developed robust risk models for accurate identification and measurement of financial risks.
- Assessed business requirements to forecast annual budgetary operational costs.
- Formulated knowledgeable forecasts for business, industry and overall economic conditions based on available financial information.
Business Execution Consultant
Wells Fargo
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Directly supported Wells Fargo Card Merchant Service high priority project evaluating Credit Risk through the use of SAS and SQL
- Provided in-depth analytical insight to a wide range of consumer credit account management risk strategies
- Directly supported cross functional partners by providing ad-hoc analytics and reports quickly and efficiently
- Led the effort of producing weekly monitoring reports that presented to key executive stakeholders
Product Analyst
LPL Financial
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Served as a liaison between stakeholders and development team to clarify goals and meet standards
- Mitigated risk of a growing application through a high impact trading resiliency project
- Gathered requirements and created user stories
Business Analyst
Duke Energy
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked with risk managers and internal stakeholders to understand and establish business requirements
- Created functional design documents to connect the bridge between business partners and technical team
- Designed and updated test cases to complete consistent manual tests
Quality Assurance Analyst
Duke Energy - Eight Eleven Contract
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Checked software program for usability, functionality and design issues
- Analyzed project requirements to find and eliminate bugs
- Promoted company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration and teamwork
Private Math Tutor
Self-employeed
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Created personalized lesson plans to address individual student needs in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
- Assessed student progress through quizzes and feedback, adjusting methods to improve outcomes and confidence.
- Used hands-on activities, real-world applications, and technology to make math engaging and accessible.
- Communicated with parents and teachers to discuss performance, set goals, and develop improvement strategies.
Quality Assurance Tester
QA Sunrise
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Consulted with product owners and developers to fully understand intended features and functionality
- Worked with off-site teams to complete timely tests and facilitate smooth product releases
- Designed and updated test cases to complete consistent manual tests
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NCMaster of Science - Data Science And Business Analytics
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NCSkills
- SAS Programming
- SQL Knowledge
- R / Python Understanding
- Tableau Experience
- Risk Management
- Data Analysis
- Detail Oriented
- Great Written and Oral Communication skills
Timeline
Senior Credit Risk Specialist
Wells Fargo
07.2023 - Current
Business Execution Consultant
Wells Fargo
09.2022 - 07.2023
Product Analyst
LPL Financial
08.2021 - 09.2022
Business Analyst
Duke Energy
09.2020 - 08.2021
Quality Assurance Analyst
Duke Energy - Eight Eleven Contract
09.2020 - 03.2021
Quality Assurance Tester
QA Sunrise
06.2017 - 02.2019
Private Math Tutor
Self-employeed
02.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Master of Science - Data Science And Business Analytics
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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