Will Fording
Data Analyst Profile
******@*****.*** • 704-***-****
linkedin.com/in/will-fording/ • Charlotte, NC 28078
Proactive and highly organized individual, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Management Information Systems. Well-versed in translating raw data into viable business representations. Proven track record of improving strategic decision-making by executing data analysis initiatives. Critical and logical thinker with remarkable expertise in identifying, reviewing, and interpreting trends/patterns in complex data sets. Eloquent communicator; adept at liaising across all organizational levels by employing extraordinary interpersonal communication skills. Adaptable person with ability to expand skills and capabilities by continuously learning latest data analytics software.
Core Competencies
•Data Science & Analytics
•Team Leadership & Collaboration
•Time Management & Multitasking
•Machine Learning
•Analytical & Logical Thinking
•Data Visualization & Modelling
•Data Entry & Recordkeeping
•Financial Planning & Analysis
•Cross-functional Collaboration
Education
B.S.B.A in Finance & Management Information Systems, graduate May 2024
Belk Business School – University of North Carolina, Charlotte, NC
Honors: Deans List (Spring 2022)
Completed Coursework Towards Business Finance, 2021
Charleston Southern University, Charleston, SC
Honors: Big South Presidential Honors for Student Athletes (x2), Division 1 Athlete (Full Scholarship)
Technical Proficiencies
Operating Systems:
Microsoft Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Tools & Software:
Microsoft Office Suite, PowerBI
Career Experience
Puma & Associates Realty, Cornelius, NC Summer 2022
Residential Real Estate Intern
Ensured compliance with laws by maintaining various confidential documents. Prepared records with maximum accuracy by performing data entry. Increased product/service awareness and generated individual touch point with clients/potential customers by organizing and compiling articles into monthly newsletters.
Promoted team alignment to achieve timely completion of tasks by collaborating with general contractors.
Enabled accurate evaluation of business performance and supported sound decision-making by creating databases of 500+ property information, including location, property type, photos, and contact information.
Advantage Sales & Marketing, Charlotte, NC Summer 2021
Sales Analyst Intern
Contributed to maximizing efficiency within company among team members by providing data in Excel. Drove revenue growth by creating sales stories and organizational charts, while designing templates for sales team.
Generated new revenue streams by expanding product lines to new vendors via designing and implementing templates in PowerPoint.
Played a key role in attaining assigned goals by highlighting possible growth opportunities within company, while collaborating with sales team members.
Additional Experience
Valet Driver (2021 – 2022)
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Charlotte, NC
Laborer/Apprentice (2020)
Artisan Custom Homes, Cornelius, NC
Other
Division I Athlete-Defensive Back Football Player (full scholarship)- Charleston Southern University
President of UNCC Real Estate Club
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Member
Football Defensive Back Coach Volunteer- William A. Hough High School