Research Analyst

MICHELLE S. KIM

BERKELEY, CA 951-***-**** *******@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Analytical and detail-oriented individual with experience impacting organizational performance through economic analysis, data collection, and industry research. Results-oriented and dedicated analyst who possesses the ability to create reports, evaluate market conditions, and maintain a high level of communication to support all levels of management.

EXPERIENCE

Department of Industrial Relations, State of California Sept 2014 – present Research Analyst I (Economics)

• Prepare and present reports, Bill Analysis, and special projects related to California Prevailing Wages

(CPW) to research managers

• Analyze Union collective bargaining agreements and investigate variances in contracts to ensure terms are in compliance with CPW laws and requirements

• Update CPW determination indices utilizing Microsoft Excel, Access and Oracle

• Collaborate and communicate research findings with team members and managers to ensure publication of accurate and consistent information

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of CPW and act as subject matter expert on behalf of the Research Unit by formulating policy recommendations and providing consultation services to businesses, public and private agencies, and employers working on California Public Works projects Eniac Ventures Jul 2014 – Dec 2014

Associate

• Supported deal origination and was responsible for performing substantial follow-up research on current and potential company investments

• Prepared research and presented portfolio recommendations, industry trends and upcoming technology reports to senior level executives

• Assisted with relationship development between select portfolio companies by attending client meetings with partners and developing a strong understanding of venture capital systems

• Formed hypotheses on investment opportunities based on key facts and market research

• Continually monitored and communicated industry trends to executives to ensure reliable and current information

University Relations, University of California, Berkeley Sept 2013 – May 2014 Student Assistant

• Performed administrative duties for the Annual and Regional Program office and established positive relations between individual departments to ensure clear communication

• Coordinated and helped to organize events such as Alumni and Family Weekend and Senior Gift Campaign

• Prepared meeting notes for Executive Director of Annual Giving Bar&Bean, Lolli and Pops, Inc. Sept 2013 – Nov 2013 E-Commerce Intern

• Managed an entire marketing campaign and increased Bar&Bean exposure on 8 different food blogs

• Created a strategy for and grew company social media presence through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

• Researched and implemented marketing tools in order to identify critical trends and patterns for audience growth and retention

• Organized data in Excel utilizing pivot tables for data analysis EDUCATION

University of California, Berkeley – College of Natural Resources May 2014 Bachelor of Science, Environmental Economics & Policy

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Fluent in Korean, conversational Spanish

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