Curiosity and Early InterestsFrom a young age, I've been driven by a deep curiosity to understand how things work—so much so that I once dismantled my father's 486 PC just to see what was inside. This passion led me to pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering, where I became captivated by Excel, developing distillation column projects in VBA and even integrating text-to-speech—a standout project during my college years.Professional JourneyMy career has been a continuous pursuit of learning and growth. I began as a supervisor and welding inspector in a metalworking company, where I honed my ability to work with diverse teams. I then moved to Praxair, a leader in gas distillation, where I managed quality control, safety, and environmental standards, successfully passing multiple ISO recertification audits. During this time, I earned a specialization in Occupational Safety Engineering and an MBA in Productivity and Quality Management.Key Experiences at HalliburtonJoining Halliburton as a drilling and completion fluids engineer was pivotal. Offshore work taught me the importance of meticulous planning and risk management. My expertise in Excel and production led to a role in Business Development, where I engaged in financial feasibility studies, business cases, and project approvals for global operations, handling revenue projects ranging from $2M to $200M and CAPEX exceeding $10M.I later transitioned to managing integrated projects as a Planning and Control Manager, overseeing the performance of oil well drilling operations across nine service lines. This role sharpened my critical analysis and resource management skills and led me to pursue PMP certification to implement best practices. Returning to Business Development, I now focus on the Caribbean region, balancing a 30-day rotation between the Caribbean and Brazil.Transition to Data ScienceThroughout my career, I've developed a deep affinity for data science, realizing that my mission is to transform business problems into solutions through data analysis. Having completed several data science projects, my passion for exploratory data analysis and machine learning has only grown. I'm now transitioning into data science full-time, driven by the excitement of turning data into actionable insights.