IDOWU LONGE
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A highly motivated and results-driven Data Scientist/Business Analyst/Research Assistant with a passion for leveraging advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and business intelligence tools to enable data-driven decision-making and achieve impactful outcomes. I am skilled in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing complex datasets to uncover actionable insights, identify trends, and optimize business processes. Dedicated to fostering business growth and enhancing operational efficiency through data-driven strategies.
COMPETENCIES TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Morgan State University: Department of Industrial and Computational Mathematics. Research Assistant Oct 2024 – Present
• Collect, clean, and analyze datasets to identify trends and develop insights using advanced statistical and computational techniques.
• Design and implement mathematical models, machine learning algorithms and simulations to address key research objectives.
• Prepare visualizations, technical reports, and presentations to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain computational tools to enhance research efficiency and reproducibility.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on research papers, grant proposals, and innovative projects.
MBA Growth Partners (Business consulting firm) May 2024 – Oct 2024 Business Analyst
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including IT, marketing, and finance, to integrate analytics solutions aligned with business goals, streamline workflows, and define key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Developed and deployed machine learning models and statistical analyses to solve business challenges, forecast market trends, and uncover actionable insights.
• Python
• Data modeling and analysis
• Financial modeling
• Business Strategy
• Tableau
• Power BI
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
(Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• SQL
• Business Development
• Fraud & Policy Awareness
• Regulatory Compliance
• Investment Management
• Alteryx Developer
• JIRA
• Internet networking
• System security
• Multi cloud Migration
• AWS Solution Architect
• Alteryx Black Belt
• Data Migration
• Cisco (CCNA, CCNP)
• CompTIA S+
• Synthesize raw data into digestible and actionable information using SQL in Azure Databricks
• Develop requirements, user stories, user acceptance criteria, test plans and support overall project
• Built and optimized interactive dashboards in Tableau and Power BI, providing a 360- degree view of business performance and enhancing decision-making efficiency.
• Automated data pipelines to improve ingestion and processing workflows, reducing manual effort and data reporting turnaround time by 30%.
• Conducted in-depth data analysis to identify trends, drive growth strategies, and enhance customer retention efforts.
• Presented complex findings through detailed reports and interactive presentations, improving stakeholder engagement and buy-in for data-driven initiatives. Directorate for Continuous Education and Skill Acquisition (CESA), Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji, Nigeria 2015 - 2024
Academic Program Analyst/ Director
• Designed and launched academic and skill acquisition programs aligned with institutional goals and community needs, including theoretical and practical curricula.
• Conducted data-driven analyses, compiled performance reports, and recommended improvements to enhance program effectiveness.
• Formulated strategic plans and drafted policies to align programs with national standards and workforce demands.
• Partnered with industries, government bodies, and educational institutions to align programs with market needs and facilitate workshops.
• Supervised multidisciplinary teams, managed budgets, and optimized resource allocation for cost-effective program delivery.
• Promoted skill acquisition and education programs through campaigns, improving community engagement and participation.
• Established KPIs and conducted evaluations to monitor program success and ensure continuous improvement.
• Secured funding and strengthened partnerships to expand CESA’s capacity, boosting internships, employment opportunities, and enrollment growth.
• Optimized workflows through data-driven strategies, reducing operational costs and improving efficiency.
EDUCATION
Morgan State University
Ph. D in Industrial and Computational Mathematics 2022 – in view University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Ph. D in Applied Mathematics 2021 - 2024
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Masters (M.Sc.) in Mathematics 2010 - 2022
Obafemi Awolowo University (A.C.E), Nigeria
Degree (B.Sc. Edu) Mathematics Education 2002 - 2006