Project Portfolio
A glimpse into the diverse and challenging projects that have enriched my professional journey.
Cold Chain Market Research
Led a strategic project for a freezer warehouse client in cold chain logistics, aiming to pinpoint optimal markets for new locations. Collaborated with the company's board of directors to crystalize objectives and engaged stakeholders to identify crucial data requirements. Conducted comprehensive data gathering from industry suppliers and internet searches, delving into factors like competitor numbers, potential customer volumes, production levels, and key logistics features of cities within defined regions. Analyzed facility development costs, operational expenses, and cash flow, incorporating variables such as real estate, construction, labor, utility rates, and regulatory requirements. The resulting insights provided a foundation for informed decision-making on facility locations, construction designs, refrigeration systems, and compliance considerations.
Commercial Trucking
Led dual initiatives driving pivotal data management transformations. Systematically converging disparate spreadsheets into a sophisticated relational database enhanced accessibility for stakeholders. Cataloged over 1,500 assets, centralized a sprawling 18,000 sq ft warehouse for parts inventory, and streamlined maintenance processes into a relational repository. Implementation of GPS tracking devices digitally tethered connectivity across trucks and equipment. Relational tables seamlessly integrated into an ERP system, culminating in a bespoke asset management dashboard. As a final stroke, crafted a resilient pipeline for ongoing data flow into the structured database, epitomizing efficiency and unwavering commitment to enduring excellence.
E-commerce Start-Up
Guided an online retailer start-up in defining its initial product line across diverse e-commerce platforms. Collaborated with stakeholders to pinpoint areas of interest and meticulously gathered data through online searches and proprietary sector datasets, including credit card transactions, consumer trends, and supplier sales volumes. Analyzed multiple variables like product cost, size, weight, profitability, drop-shipping feasibility, lead times, projected demand, and competition levels. Unveiled crucial insights that empowered the client to shape their inaugural sales offering. The success story continues as the client's business thrives, marking two years of sustained growth.
Heavy Equipment Rental
Led a strategic initiative for a crane and heavy equipment rental company targeting optimal markets for expansion into the US Gulf Coast. Communication with organizational leadership established a nuanced goal understanding. Collaborating with stakeholders, we defined crucial data requirements, exploring industry data, competitor landscapes, potential customer bases, regional growth projections, and logistical factors. Navigating facility development intricacies, we assessed costs, construction details, and optimal sizes aligned with projected sales volumes. Evaluation of employee relationships and scrutiny of operational aspects, including labor, equipment rates, utilities, and taxes, were key. Simultaneously addressing regulatory and environmental requirements, this comprehensive approach opened two new locations, highlighting our successful data-driven expansion strategy.
Geothermal Prospect Evaluation
Implemented a robust data gathering pipeline and analysis framework for a geothermal asset development project, emphasizing critical metrics such as potential energy generation, market prices, and infrastructure costs. Developing an efficient data pipeline facilitated comprehensive analysis, allowing for nuanced insights. Recommendations, grounded in thorough data examination, were presented and accepted by the client, affirming the success of the project. The meticulous data-gathering approach, streamlined processing, and insightful analysis played a pivotal role in guiding strategic decision-making in geothermal asset development.
Energy Investment Evaluation
Led a strategic initiative for the Energy Investment Group, evaluating a substantial asset acquisition. Collaborated with leadership and engaged subject matter experts to streamline data development. Gathered data from prospective sellers, conducted thorough exploratory data analysis, and constructed a comprehensive model projecting the full project cost. Delved into a detailed review of five-year commodity prices, synthesizing data into multiple financial models and metrics. Concluded the analysis with a SWOT and risk analysis, presenting comprehensive insights to the board of directors for informed decision-making.
Energy Asset Development
Orchestrated a strategic initiative to enhance data maturity within the exploration group, driving a paradigm shift towards data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement. Engaged senior leadership by spearheading the implementation of an upgraded reporting system, crafting performance KPIs, and overseeing the deployment of interactive performance dashboards. Facilitated cross-functional team workshops, catalyzing successful optimization projects. Leveraging regression and similar analyses unveiled previously unnoticed relationships between operational parameters and natural variables. The synergy of data, process engineering, and collaborative teamwork culminated in developing a comprehensive standard operating procedure manual, significantly reducing asset development time. This transformative journey elevated the exploration group's capacity for informed decision-making and operational efficiency.
