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Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

• Financial Planning and Analysis - Create and evaluate cost saving measures
• Sythezise operational and financial data into strategic plans
• Liaison between operating departments and finance; socialize opportunities to stake holders in marketing, labor relations, HR, etc.
• Develop, track, and distribute performance reports
• Assist in budget creation

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

-Gathered and utilized data to develop executable operational plans-Sought buy-in from stake holders in operating departments, labor relations, marketing, and finance-Optimized train plans to for both operational feasibility and financial savings-Managed crew routes to alleviate excess cost

Atlanta, Georgia

- Manages large scale, regional operations of train movement and planning- Serves as primary point of contact for emergency response; notify appropriate field personnel and local emergency responders- Actively problem solves to keep train traffic fluid- Leads team of Train Dispatchers through coaching and development by setting clear expectations.

Lynchburg, Virginia Area

- Ensured the safe and tactical execution of the Operating Plan through active supervision of operating (train) crews, yardmasters, support staff.Accountable for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity, financial metrics and adherence to corporate values, which includes compliance with regulatory environment.- Accountable for the safe, on time.

Linwood, North Carolina

- Managed inventory and terminal personnel in day to day operations- Responsible for timely departure of scheduled trains- Ensured employees operated according to Norfolk Southern and Federal Operating Rule and Regulations- Investigated failure to comply with NS and FRA regulations and documented - Directed movement of trains and engines in yard boundaries.

Linwood, North Carolina

- Trained alongside seasoned railroad employees for future assignment - Became familiar with operating rules and regulations for both NS and FRA - Received Conductor Certification - Gained working knowledge of railroad operations and equipment

Describe your position

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business/Commerce, General

Data Analytics

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Rhetoric And Composition

Activities and Societies: Delta Gamma, Phi Eta Sigma, UT Speech and Debate