Zan Ali Email & Phone Number

Castle Rock, Co, Us

Burlingame, California, Us

Santa Clara, Ca, Us

Drawing from my expertise in analytics, business intelligence, and actuarial science, I drive impactful insights for business partners and clients, aiming to improve insurance claims outcomes using a suite of augmented intelligence tools. Within a collaborative cross-functional environment, I lead the definition, analysis, and presentation of critical customer performance indicators. My focus involves conducting in-depth analysis utilizing P&C insurance industry metrics, crafting visually engaging dashboards and reports, and distilling actionable insights from a wide array of data sources. I am an advocate for data quality, fostering collaboration across teams, and enabling colleagues with self-service analytics tools.

New York, New York, Us

During my return to Kasa Living in a Data Analyst role, I had the opportunity to focus on revenue management and develop analytics for a newly implemented parameter-based pricing process. Additionally, I created multiple web scraping models to gather data from various OTA (online travel agency) channels.Collaborating across the organization, I generated insightful content and utilized data to inform colleagues about the organization's current state. Recognizing the importance of an optimized Looker environment, I implemented numerous improvements by optimizing our LookML files and gathering user feedback to enhance the general Looker experience.To empower individuals within the organization, I took the initiative to generate new training materials. These resources played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization's knowledge base, equipping individuals with the skills to effectively leverage available tools and resources for maximum efficiency.Overall, my limited-time engagement as a Data Analyst at Kasa Living allowed me to make meaningful contributions in several areas. Through these efforts, I facilitated data-driven decision-making and supported the organization's future growth and success.

Columbia, Maryland, Us

In my role as a Business Intelligence Manager/Consultant, I played a pivotal role in leading data and reporting client engagements. I also served as a manager and mentor for recent college graduates, guiding them in their early professional journeys. Additionally, I had the opportunity to train both new and experienced users on business intelligence tools and analytics.One of my notable achievements was successfully completing a reporting project, where I led a 5-person team in converting over 60+ legacy reports from Looker Studio to Power BI. This transition improved data visualization and reporting capabilities, providing our clients with enhanced insights and analysis.Recognizing the importance of continuous learning and development, I developed an 'Introduction to Power BI' course for internal training. This course equipped our team members with the necessary skills to effectively leverage Power BI and utilize its features for data analysis and visualization. Additionally, I contributed to a series of Power BI tips videos published on the public-facing organization’s LinkedIn account, showcasing the organization’s capabilities to the business intelligence community.Overall, as a Business Intelligence Manager at Blend360, I managed client engagements, nurtured the growth of junior professionals, and delivered effective training on business intelligence tools. Through these efforts, I contributed to driving data-driven decision-making and empowering individuals within the organization to extract valuable insights from data.

New York, New York, Us

During my first tenure at Kasa Living, I was responsible for developing intuitive and user-friendly reporting solutions aligned with business needs, leveraging both Looker and Looker Studio.A critical aspect of my role involved implementing data security and permissions protocols to safeguard various data classifications such as guest data and financial data. By establishing robust protocols, I ensured the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information within the organization. I also created custom roles and permission sets tailored to different business groups. This allowed for streamlined access to relevant data and reports, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions efficiently. This not only enhanced the user experience, but made sure users saw reporting that was more relevant to their needs.To facilitate data accessibility, I transformed and documented data into scalable data structures in a Google Cloud Platform environment utilizing dbt (data build tool). This framework allowed the user community to effectively utilize the data and derive meaningful insights.Working cross-functionally, I actively troubleshot data flow errors to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of reports to our remote workforce. By identifying and resolving data issues promptly, I contributed to maintaining a reliable reporting environment.In summary, my experience at Kasa Living as a Senior Data Analystwas marked by my dedication to developing user-friendly reporting solutions, implementing robust data security protocols, and optimizing data accessibility.

Seattle, Washington, Us

As a Business Intelligence/Data Analyst, I focused on harnessing the power of data to drive insights across various departments at Nordstrom. I played a pivotal role in developing robust data sets, frameworks, and reporting structures to analyze operational, finance, and sales data.One of my key responsibilities was merging data from multiple sources, enabling the creation of self-service solutions that spanned across different business units. This empowered stakeholders to access and explore data independently, driving informed decision-making throughout the organization.My experience at Nordstrom was marked by my commitment to leveraging data to its fullest potential. Through the development of robust data sets, merging disparate sources, and building scalable business intelligence processes, I contributed to driving informed decision-making across the organization. Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, I worked closely with colleagues from various departments to understand specific needs and develop automated solutions tailored to unique requirements.

New York, Ny, Us

As a Senior Actuarial Assistant, I performed comprehensive line of business studies and utilized actuarial techniques to analyze and forecast international reserves. My work revolved around turning data into action. Data holds the answers to many questions, and data visualization can speak volumes. This work experience fostered my dedication to utilizing data to its fullest potential.My experience at AIG provided a supportive environment and served as a foundation of my transition from actuarial science to business intelligence. During my tenure at AIG, I was introduced to Agile work processes, workflow automation, cross-functional collaboration, dashboarding, version control, and functional programming. Automating manual processes, building interactive dashboards and training colleagues how to use them showed me the impact that business intelligence and data analytics roles can have within an organization. By providing individuals with the tools to explore and interact with data, insights can be unearthed that may have remained hidden when working with spreadsheets or raw data.

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

As a Staff Sergeant and Firefighter in the US Air Force, I served in a variety of roles and responsibilities that contributed to the safety and well-being of military personnel and their families.Providing 24/7 emergency fire and medical services, I was responsible for swiftly responding to incidents and providing critical support to military personnel and their families.Conducting semi-annual fire drills for military facilities, I played an integral role in ensuring preparedness and adherence to safety protocols.In the capacity of a 9-1-1 operator, I coordinated responses from multiple agencies during fire and medical emergencies, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork. While stationed at a military forward operating base in southern Iraq, I managed a team of 11 operators and developed policies and training protocols for emergency telecommunications operators, further enhancing operational efficiency and emergency response capabilities.Accountability for fire department communications equipment and transmission encryption was another aspect of my responsibilities, ensuring seamless communication during critical situations. Staying up to date with industry standards, I updated the Iraqi emergency communications center in accordance with NFPA 1221, contributing to improved emergency response capabilities.With an early focus on continuous improvement, I provided comprehensive emergency vehicle driving and operations training, certifying personnel to handle emergency vehicles effectively.Overall, my experience as a Staff Sergeant and Firefighter in the United States Air Force allowed me to make significant contributions to emergency response, personnel safety, and training development. Through my dedication and expertise, I consistently upheld the highest standards of service and professionalism in protecting lives and property.