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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I am responsible for gathering requirements, documenting process flows, andcontinuous improvement plans for Metra’s railroad operations projects. I work with business system owners to define scope of new requests, detail business justification, document user acceptance testing, and perform training of new IT solutions. Current projects range from enabling new GTFS Static and Real-Time features, deploying scheduling software, and improving crew management processes.

Chicago, Illinois

I analyze ridership data and operational procedures to optimize Metra schedules while also contributing to cross-departmental projects such as GTFS feed-creation, IT systems improvements, and marketing.- Designed and implemented a summer schedule pilot on the Union Pacific Northwest line that increased ridership by 40% on Saturdays and roughly 20% on Sundays. The schedule became permanent in fall 2019.- Assisted in coordinating a reverse-commute pilot schedule during Metra’s… Show more I analyze ridership data and operational procedures to optimize Metra schedules while also contributing to cross-departmental projects such as GTFS feed-creation, IT systems improvements, and marketing.- Designed and implemented a summer schedule pilot on the Union Pacific Northwest line that increased ridership by 40% on Saturdays and roughly 20% on Sundays. The schedule became permanent in fall 2019.- Assisted in coordinating a reverse-commute pilot schedule during Metra’s public-private partnership with Lake County Partners that saw average ridership increase by 550 trips per day in the fourth quarter of 2019.- Spearheaded the use and development of business intelligence dashboards that are now used for daily operations monitoring and monthly trend reporting across departments.- Developed Metra’s “Now Approaching” social media campaign during summer 2019 to spark interest in enhanced summer schedules. Show less

Chicago, Illinois

I analyzed schedules and delay information to identify opportunities for schedule changes on 11 Metra lines. Most recently, I supported the implementation of the first schedule change on the BNSF line in 17 years.I assist the district transportation officers with maintaining the efficiency of the day-to-day operations of the department. I also use specialized scheduling software to prepare scheduling files used by Metra’s GPS, website, on-board announcements, and third party consumers.

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Concentrating in Land Use and Transportation while also pursuing a Certificate in Real Estate Development. Currently part of a nine-student team creating a Demand Responsive Transit pilot service in Ypsilanti Township.

Chicago, Il

Analyzed the Cook County Watershed Management Ordinance to determine the recommendations best suited for the Calumet region. Resulted in three reports on overland conveyance areas, existing local zoning regulations, and educational outreach strategies. Also performed a month-long affordable housing inventory of DuPage County to determine subsidy expiration periods.

Chicago, Il

Assisted lead GIS Analysts in project strategizing, data management and conversion, and map creation. Provide data analysis and finalized deliverables for various other clients in the Greater Chicagoland area. Acted as the primary client contact during initial traffic signal data collection phases for the Chicago Department of Transportation. Gained broad and extensive experience with ESRI ArcGIS software and other relational databases in engineering, planning, and transportation contexts.

Williamsburg, Va

Provided data input and analysis assistance in study of Agricultural Riparian Buffers in Virginia Coastal Plain. Responsible for proper input of spatial data points and soil concentrations to study the effectiveness of treeline buffers meant to curb agricultural runoff.

Williamsburg, Va

Assisted primarily in inspecting field issues on stormwater drainage infrastructure. Performed periodic water quality test of streams and bodies of water within the county boundaries. Assisted in the implementation of water sustainability measures such as rain gardens and performed research into potential future water sustainability projects.

Master’S Degree, City/Urban, Community And Regional Planning; Real Estate Development

Activities and Societies: Agora Journal of Urban Planning and Design

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Government And Environmental Policy

Activities and Societies: Student Athlete on William and Mary Varsity Tennis Team Received $9,000 in seed money from William and Mary.