Kweku Darko
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Business Analyst with solid background in analyzing business processes and implementing effective solutions. Specialized in identifying areas for improvement and delivering actionable insights that align with organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Business Analyst
Brown And Caldwell
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted data analysis and created over 50 interactive dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, and Excel, driving data-informed decisions for cross-functional teams.
- Automated 15+ manual processes using Power Automate, SharePoint, and Jira, improving operational efficiency by 30%.
- Managed stakeholder expectations through weekly project updates and clear communication, achieving a 20% increase in project buy-in and support.
- Collaborated with 6+ cross-functional teams, leading 5 workshops and documenting findings in Confluence to align project strategies.
- Created 20+ comprehensive reports using Tableau, enhancing stakeholder engagement and improving decision-making efficiency by 25%.
Graduate Assistant - Data Analytics
Colorado State University
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized SQL to extract and analyze data from 10+ million records, generating reports that improved business insights for 5 key stakeholders.
- Analyzed large datasets (500K+ rows) using statistical tools to uncover trends, contributing to a 15% increase in sales forecasting accuracy.
- Designed 10+ interactive dashboards to monitor key performance indicators, improving the visibility of critical metrics by 40%.
- Optimized SQL queries, reducing processing times by 35%, which boosted the team’s data reporting productivity.
- Conducted thorough data validation and cleanup, improving data accuracy by 20%, leading to more reliable analytics and reporting
Vault Assistant
Fidelity Bank Limited
09.2016 - 08.2023
- Managed branch facilities, enhancing IT and physical security measures, resulting in a 30% reduction in security incidents and improved customer data integrity.
- Developed and implemented 5+ compliance policies for secure data management and financial operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and reducing risk exposure by 20%.
- Supported 3 IT enhancement projects, optimizing database security and efficiency by 25%, leveraging SQL Server and Oracle to improve system reliability.
- Ensured cash and document security by implementing strict access controls, leading to a 15% decrease in unauthorized access incidents
Education
Masters - Computer Information Systems
12.2024
Equipped with expertise in IT, project management, and business systems. Trained in managing databases, networks, and web systems to improve organizational efficiency.
Bachelor - Business Administration (Management)
06.2021
Skills
- Python
- SQL Server
- Oracle
- Power Automate
- Jira
- Tableau
- Power BI
- Excel
- ETL processes
- IT Project Planning and Execution
- Agile Methodologies
- Kanban
- Roadmapping
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Data Visualization and Reporting
- Database Management
- Risk Management
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
Certification
- TestOut CyberDefense Pro Cybersecurity Certificate, 05/01/24, 6-2C6VESPBE, Advanced training in cybersecurity, covering topics such as network security, cryptography, and compliance.
- IBM Cybersecurity Certificate, 11/01/21, Comprehensive training in cybersecurity principles, risk management, and threat detection.
- IBM Internet of Things Certificate, 03/01/21, Explored IoT architecture, applications, and security considerations for smart systems.
- IBM Artificial Intelligence Certificate, 06/01/21, Covered foundational AI concepts, including machine learning and natural language processing.
Additionalinformation - Availability
Open to relocation and hybrid/remote roles
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Business Analyst - Brown And Caldwell
09.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant - Data Analytics - Colorado State University
08.2023 - 08.2024
Vault Assistant - Fidelity Bank Limited
09.2016 - 08.2023
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY - Masters, Computer Information Systems
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE - Bachelor, Business Administration (Management)
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