Michelle Couden
Austin,TX
Summary
With 20 years of experience as a successful analyst, I handled large volumes of data compiling it for industry use. I have honed my organizational skills that allowed me to accomplish all tasks that were a part of each large project. With the demands of each project my organizational skills were very necessary for data management. Which allowed me to complete multiple projects with detail oriented decision making.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Life Time Fitness Inc.
06.2015 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including progress notes, goal tracking updates allowing for easy assessment adjustments when needed.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients, physical fitness, including body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.
GIS Data Analyst
Texas Department Of Transportation
02.2002 - 08.2022
- Looked at data and other human behavior that caused drivers to loose time in travel and take new routes to shorten time in travel
- Conducted extensive research using multiple sources of data to ensure accurate representation of geographic features on maps and in databases.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive geodatabase structures to store, manage, and maintain spatial data efficiently.
- Led the development of a comprehensive GIS training program, equipping staff with essential skills needed for effective data analysis and decision making.
- Managed large datasets, ensuring consistency, integrity, and timely updates for all users across the organization.
- Operated as primary point of contact for clients, providing GIS work order proposals with time-to-completion and budgeting estimates.
- Integrated Geographic Information Systems analyses into other programs to address existing problems.
- Enhanced GIS data accuracy by performing regular quality checks and implementing necessary corrections.
- Made decision making data management processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors in GIS projects.
Operations Manager
HOME DEPOT
01.1995 - 01.2002
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Education
BS in Geographic Information Sciences -
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
San Marcos, TX01.2011
BA in Business Management -
University OF FLORIDA
Gainesville, FL01.1998
Skills
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Management
- Complex problems analysis
- Disciplined Self Learning
- Manage Self Directed IRA
- Data Management
Certification
- Computer Information Sciences, 2011
Timeline
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Life Time Fitness Inc.
06.2015 - Current
GIS Data Analyst
Texas Department Of Transportation
02.2002 - 08.2022
Operations Manager
HOME DEPOT
01.1995 - 01.2002
BS in Geographic Information Sciences -
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
BA in Business Management -
University OF FLORIDA