Kavya Urs B. Ravichandra

Reap Benefit: A non-profit organization that leverages technology for product development, geospatial data mapping and communities to solve civic and climate issues.

• Created user-specific content integrating geospatial techniques.
• Introduced and implemented new products and techniques for outreach programs and partnerships.
• Developed and supported UX/UI webpages on GIS platforms.
• Performed analysis on approximately 3-4 datasets per day for seamless integration into platforms.
• Developed workflows and documented processes.
• Identified and recommended improvements on geospatial representation and map viewer features.

The Polis Center: A unit in Indiana University that supports community development & natural disaster resiliency using Geospatial technology through research, analysis and collaborations.

• Established strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and support for program initiatives: Engaged with State and Federal governments to identify Statewide and Nationwide environmental hazard risks and developed actionable solutions by leading a team of analysts.
• Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices: Designed workflows and automated methodologies which resulted in 30% increase in efficiency and 50% reduction on total cycle time.
• Developed comprehensive training programs for new software tools, significantly improving internal and external technical capabilities: Trained and supported delivery of Flood and Hurricane analyses workshops for government agencies in Maryland and South Carolina.
• Oversaw adoption of new methods in risk-analysis of hazards including building of community resiliency reports for FEMA.
• Attended and presented in several conferences on new tools and methods that facilitated new collaborations.
• Effectively managed time-sensitive projects delivering results within deadlines without compromising quality standards.
• Promoted a positive work environment by cultivating open communication channels within the team and addressing concerns promptly.

• Increased project efficiency by designing and automating GIS workflows using Python scripting and Model Builder tools
• Conducted advanced geospatial analysis on approximately 20 or more datasets per quarter, to identify trends, patterns, and relationships within complex datasets.
• Optimized system performance by troubleshooting hardware/software issues related to the organization's geographic information systems infrastructure.
• Facilitated communication between technical staff and non-GIS users through clear documentation of procedures and methodologies employed in projects.
• Consulted with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables related to spatial data analysis requirements.
• Complied with state and federally mandated regulations for Department of Natural Resources and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
• Enhanced team's knowledge of industry trends by attending and presenting at conferences, workshops, and webinars related to geospatial technologies every quarter.
• Assisted clients in understanding spatial data through user-friendly web mapping applications and interactive dashboards.
• Increased data accessibility by converting various formats into standardized GIS-compatible files for seamless integration into projects.
• Developed custom cartographic products tailored to client specifications, delivering high-quality visual representations of complex information.
• Trained colleagues on GIS software usage, boosting team productivity and fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Developed scientific methods to analyze Urban Heat Island effects and Extreme Heat Events using remotely sensed data.
• Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication under NASA grants.
• Assisted in 2 manuscripts preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborated with the research team and faculty to advance research objectives.
• Mentored undergraduate students for a period of 8 months, providing guidance on classwork, research methodologies and techniques.
• Implemented robust data management strategies, safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining compliance with ethical guidelines.
• Utilized statistical software to analyze large datasets, uncovering key insights for informed decision making.
• Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
• Assisted in development of new methods for studying effects of climate change.

• Delivered timely project outcomes by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks based on business requirements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks and develop solutions, improving overall performance.
• As client liaison, developed strong relationships with stakeholders through effective communication and collaboration, fostering trust and facilitating project success.
• Optimized workflow through development of detailed process maps, resulting in increased productivity.
• Identified and resolved process issues to drive optimal workflow and business growth.
• Instructed personnel on specific changes to parameters, effectively communicating required alterations to workflow.
• Monitored and reported on process performance to verify compliance with established standards.