Business Intelligence Analyst

ANJALI KANSARA

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst with a strong background in administrative leadership, system analysis, and hospitality operations. Experienced in interpreting and implementing compliance requirements, gathering functional and technical requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver business solutions. Skilled in data analysis, privacy regulations, and workflow optimization.

CORE COMPETENCIES

•Business & Technical Requirements Gathering

•Privacy & Compliance Regulations

•Data Analysis & Reporting (Excel, Tableau)

•Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration

•Project Documentation & Status Tracking

•Microsoft Azure SQL Python QuickBooks

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

XTechnologies LLC DBA XForge - Data Analyst & Business Intelligence Intern

Dallas, TX 2024 - Present

Support cross-functional data projects to enhance business intelligence and decision-making frameworks.

Conduct data cleaning, transformation, and analysis using tools such as Excel, SQL, and Python.

Develop interactive dashboards and visual reports using Power BI and Tableau to communicate insights.

Collaborate with stakeholders to define key metrics, KPIs, and data governance strategies.

Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities from datasets to support strategic business initiatives.

Assist in documenting data processes and ensuring adherence to data privacy and quality standards.

Apply analytical thinking to solve real-world business problems, supporting operational efficiency.

Enhance understanding of data pipelines, reporting systems, and business intelligence best practices.

Adept Computer Consultants – System Analyst / System Architect

Dallas, TX 2017 – 2023

Led the identification, documentation, and analysis of business and technical requirements for various IT and business transformation projects.

Interpreted and translated privacy regulations and compliance standards into actionable project plans and application enhancements.

Engaged in process modeling, workflow analysis, and solution testing to ensure systems met privacy, security, and user experience standards.

Acted as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of project goals with compliance mandates.

Designed data workflows and system architecture frameworks to improve performance, data integrity, and policy adherence.

Created training documentation and conducted end-user training sessions to ensure successful system rollouts.

Project Example: Collaborated with development teams on the Amazio project—a digital marketing firm—where she drove solution architecture and client onboarding processes, aligning digital solutions with marketing compliance and customer experience goals.

Perfect Hospitality Solutions LLC – Business Analyst

Dallas, TX 2012 – 2017

Partnered with management teams to analyze operational and financial performance, using Excel and reporting tools to derive key insights.

Created dashboards and data models to support data-driven decisions on staffing, revenue optimization, and operational costs.

Assisted with semi-monthly payroll processing and efficiency evaluations, aligning work hours with productivity metrics.

Researched and documented trends affecting business operations and customer satisfaction; proposed solutions for improvement.

Supported marketing strategies with data forecasts and trend analytics, helping to enhance customer engagement and reduce churn.

Collaborated in cross-functional meetings to track project progress, identify risks, and deliver requirement-based project reports.

Contributed to internal audit readiness by maintaining accurate digital records of transactions and compliance documentation.

Royal Hotel Holding Corp – Assistant General Manager

Dallas, TX 2011 – 2012

Directed daily operations across departments including front desk, housekeeping, maintenance, and finance.

Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policy standards.

Designed and managed financial reporting systems to monitor budget performance, variance analysis, and monthly closings.

Coordinated with the General Manager to maintain service excellence and meet quality control benchmarks.

Played a key role in payroll processing, tax filings, and reconciliation of financial accounts and vendor payments.

Used audit tools and reporting systems to ensure data integrity and streamline back-office procedures.

Newstar Hospitality LLC (Wingate by Wyndham DFW North) –Budget Analyst (OPT)

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX May 2010 – May 2011

Supported budget forecasting and financial planning, especially during peak travel and corporate seasons.

Contributed to internal controls for cash handling, audit logs, and reporting as part of financial compliance.

Served as acting manager during evening shifts, ensuring team adherence to policy and service delivery KPIs.

K.N.K Engineering Works (Mumbai, India) – Administrative Manager

Mumbai, India May 2000 – Nov 2003

Directed daily administrative and operational functions, overseeing finance, HR, procurement, and production support.

Managed the development of annual reports, budgets, and audits to track financial health and regulatory compliance.

Supervised document control systems and ensured accuracy of A/P, A/R, and inventory records.

Recommended strategies for cash flow management, debt utilization, and vendor relations.

Ensured complete and accurate documentation of production and quality assurance standards.

Jitendra & Bros (Mumbai, India) – Office Assistant

Mumbai, India Oct 1996 – Dec 1999

Supported document management and administrative operations, including data entry, correspondence, and filing.

Coordinated appointment scheduling and document distribution for internal teams.

Managed financial ledger maintenance and helped process billing, deposits, and customer inquiries.

Maintained confidential records and ensured organized digital and paper filing systems.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration (Data Analytics & Business Intelligence IT & Innovation) Dallas Baptist University – May 2024

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology University of Mumbai – May 2000

Associate Degrees

•Business Management & Administration Tarrant County College – May 2007

•Hospitality Management Tarrant County College – May 2010

•Associate in Science Dallas Community College – May 2013

•Business Office Support System Dallas Community College – December 2017

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

•SAFe Scrum Master Certification (Project Management Institution)

•Agile Project Management (Project Management Institution)

•Generative AI Overview for Project Managers (Project Management Institute)

•Fundamentals of Predictive Project Management (Project Management Institute)

•Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner (IBM)

•Oracle Database (SQL, PL/SQL, PowerCenter)

•Data Visualization (Tableau)

•Microsoft Azure Python

•QuickBooks E-Commerce Management Restaurant Operations

•Certified Hotel Operator (CHO)

•CHIA – Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics

•Sales Champion – Best Western & Carlson Rezidor

PROJECTS

Amazio – Digital Marketing Platform Role: System Analyst 2017 – 2023

•Evaluated technical requirements, coordinated with developers, and validated deliverables for a digital marketing company.

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

•Digital Marketing for Samaj Saves Lives (Organ Donation)

•Charity Work (Arlington Charities, Methodist Hospital)

•Spelling Bee Proctor

AFFILIATIONS

•Attend Small Business Development Administration of Dallas

•Member of Asian American Hotel Owner Association (AAHOA)

•Member of American Hotel Lodging Association (AHLA)

•Member of Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI)

•Member of Hospitality Association Financial & Tech Professional (HFTP)

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