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O'kelle Samuel

Business Analyst
Greensboro,NC
O'kelle Samuel

Summary

Accomplished Senior Business Analyst with over 12 years of experience in IT infrastructure management, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration. Expert in bridging the gap between business objectives and IT solutions, driving process improvements, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis. Proven track record in leading cloud solution architectures and quality assurance initiatives. Exceptional communicator adept at liaising between technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure project success. Systems Utilize technology tools and platforms to streamline client communications and project management. Develop and deliver educational resources for clients to improve their understanding of real estate processes and technology use. Cultivated lasting relationships with past clients through consistent follow-up contact to support their ongoing real estate needs or concerns. Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers. Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers to reach mutually beneficial agreements in a timely manner.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

IVA’AL Solutions, LLC
Reston, VA

Business Analyst
11.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborate with stakeholders and project teams to gather, analyze, and document detailed business requirements for new and existing IT solutions
  • Liaised between business users and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
  • Led the creation and maintenance of documentation including requirements traceability matrices, technical specifications, and user manuals
  • Conduct system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate business requirements and ensure quality delivery
  • Conduct process mapping and workflow analysis to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
  • Develop use cases, user stories, and functional specifications for software development and system enhancements.

OCS Realty LLC
Raleigh, NC

Real Estate Broker
04.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Act as a liaison between clients, contractors, and vendors to coordinate home renovations, ensuring all parties are aligned with project goals and timelines
  • Evaluate clients' needs and translate them into actionable plans for the goal of purchasing or selling a home.

● Utilize technology tools and platforms to streamline client communications and project management.
● Develop and deliver educational resources for clients to improve their understanding of real estate processes and technology use.
● Cultivated lasting relationships with past clients through consistent follow-up contact to support their ongoing real estate needs or concerns.
● Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
● Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers to reach mutually beneficial agreements in a timely manner.

L.A.D. Developments

Senior Business Analyst /Cloud Solutions, Architect Remote
06.2021 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Business Process
  • Management, Data Visualization, IT
  • Project Management, Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to design and implement cloud-based systems using AWS, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of scalable production, development, and staging environments
  • Conduct root-cause analysis for system issues, presenting technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
  • Streamlined operational workflows and enhanced system efficiency by automating deployments and managing configuration using ICOMS
  • Greenscreen/Graphical User Interface (GUI) interfaces and HP Quality
  • Center
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure IT projects align with business objectives.

Charter Communications
Morrisville, NC

Senior IT Business Analyst/Quality, Assurance Analyst
02.2008 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Managed IT infrastructure, including server operations and cloud migrations, ensuring seamless transitions and system integration
  • Led manual and automated testing efforts using HP Quality Center, improving system reliability and reducing defects
  • Provided root-cause analysis and technical solutions to mitigate risks and enhance system performance
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment times and enhancing team productivity
  • Collaborated with senior leadership, presenting data-driven recommendations for IT investments and system upgrades.

Time Warner Cable
Morrisville, NC

Customer Solutions Analyst/Business Analyst
01.2005 - 02.2008

Job overview

  • Collaborated with business analysts to gather and document requirements for new system implementations
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced operational inefficiencies while maintaining quality standards
  • Managed system updates and coordinated with cross-functional teams to maintain system integrity
  • Resolved account-related issues, improving customer satisfaction through technical expertise and effective communication.

Time Warner Cable
Morrisville, NC

Customer Solutions Representative /Inside Sales Representative
04.2003 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner
  • Boosted company reputation by providing exceptional customer support, leading to increased positive feedback from clients
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of company offerings to provide accurate information to customers, fostering trust in the brand
  • Demonstrated adaptability through continuous learning of new systems and processes in a fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless integration into daily workflow.

Education

Ashford University

Bachelor of Science from Computer Information Systems

University Overview

Relevant Coursework: Database Management, Systems Analysis, Network Administration

North Carolina Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Arts from Business Information

University Overview

Relevant Coursework: Business Process Management, Data Visualization, IT Project Management

Skills

  • Cross-Department Communication
  • IT Project Coordination
  • Business Needs Analysis
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Policy and Compliance Enforcement
  • Vendor and Resource Management
  • System Architecture Design, Testing &
  • Implementation

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits401k match

Quote

The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb

Timeline

Business Analyst
IVA’AL Solutions, LLC
11.2024 - Current
Senior Business Analyst /Cloud Solutions, Architect Remote
L.A.D. Developments
06.2021 - 11.2024
Real Estate Broker
OCS Realty LLC
04.2018 - Current
Senior IT Business Analyst/Quality, Assurance Analyst
Charter Communications
02.2008 - 12.2018
Customer Solutions Analyst/Business Analyst
Time Warner Cable
01.2005 - 02.2008
Customer Solutions Representative /Inside Sales Representative
Time Warner Cable
04.2003 - 01.2005
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science from Computer Information Systems
North Carolina Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts from Business Information
O'kelle SamuelBusiness Analyst