Quality Assurance Market Research

WESLEY J. HICKS

Hockessin, DE ***** 302-***-**** ******@******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-hicks-4a6a39177/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven record of leveraging GIS expertise and transportation planning acumen to deliver impactful solutions for urban mobility and infrastructure projects. Adept at designing advanced GIS mapping systems, synthesizing complex datasets, and developing tailored geospatial models to address urban planning challenges. Strong analytical abilities complemented by a strategic mindset in conducting market research, producing technical reports, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. Proficient in visual communication, ensuring clarity in presenting geospatial insights through compelling graphics and interactive tools. Collaborative and resourceful with a history of mentoring teams, optimizing workflows, and driving innovation in spatial analysis. Extensive experience with transportation planning, cycling advocacy, and sustainable urban initiatives supported by a strong portfolio of GIS and planning projects.

CORE COMPETENCIES

GIS Mapping Geospatial Analysis Data Integration Urban Planning Transportation Planning Spatial Data Modeling Report Writing Visual Communication Community Engagement Project Coordination Market Research Strategic Planning Data Refinement Quality Assurance Program Development Technical Mentorship Inventory Management Sustainable Development Stakeholder Collaboration Workflow Optimization Technical Skills: Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online Field Maps Survey123 ArcGIS Urban Story Maps GeoDa Microsoft Excel SketchUp WORK HISTORY

Century Engineering a Kleinfelder Company – New Castle, DE Jul 2023 – Present Planner

• GIS Visualization: Design and execute advanced GIS mapping and geospatial graphics to document and analyze Sussex County infrastructure, enabling precise visualizations for critical planning initiatives.

• Data Integration: Acquire, process, and optimize complex geospatial datasets, reducing processing time and ensuring seamless integration into project frameworks.

• Model Development: Develop and implement tailored GIS models in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, delivering solutions that meet stringent project requirements.

• Quality Assurance: Perform rigorous audits of GIS data and outputs, ensuring accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and quality control in all deliverables.

Traffic Planning & Design – West Chester, PA May 2022 – Jun 2023 Planning Specialist

• Project Coordination: Handle GIS mapping projects to document pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in Western North Carolina, empowering urban planning and infrastructure enhancement efforts.

• Data Refinement: Synthesize and refine geospatial datasets with reliability for mapping, analysis, and project execution.

• Report Development: Craft comprehensive technical reports by integrating GIS insights and presenting actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

• Visual Communication: Illustrate complex data through dynamic graphics and visual elements, elevating the clarity and engagement of project reports.

• Team Integration: Partner with interdisciplinary teams to harmonize GIS initiatives with broader organizational goals while fostering seamless project alignment.

• Skill Mentorship: Mentor team members in GIS tools and best practices, cultivating a culture of efficiency and innovation in spatial analysis.

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MicroFridge by Danby (Sara J. Hollis LLC) (Campus Specialties INC) – West Grove, PA May 2019 – May 2022 Independent Contractor

• Logistics Management: Coordinated logistical efforts by navigating company vehicles to retrieve, distribute, and unload rental units at colleges in Greater Philadelphia with precision and punctuality in delivery processes.

• Unit Renovation: Refurbished rental units through detailed cleaning, inspection, and preparation to maintain superior quality standards for customer use.

• Inventory Streamlining: Streamlined inventory handling by unpacking, assembling, and arranging new rental units to optimize distribution workflows.

• Operational Maintenance: Sustained warehouse functionality by organizing and maintaining a tidy, efficient environment, enabling smooth daily operations.

West Chester University (Office of Sustainability) – West Chester, PA Feb 2020 – May 2022 Bike Cooperative Intern/ Graduate Assistant

• Event Coordination: Organized and facilitated bike rodeos and urban safe cycling workshops, promoting cycling education and awareness within the campus community.

• Strategic Communication: Composed strategic responses to the League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly University program, supporting the campus’s recognition as a cycling-friendly institution.

• Community Engagement: Engaged with bicycle commuters and recreational cyclists to cultivate advocacy for safer cycling environments on campus and in the surrounding borough.

• Program Development: Conceptualized and developed a preliminary framework for a campus-based bicycle coop and lending library, enhancing access to cycling resources. Wattabit – Barcelona, Spain Jul 2019 – Aug 2019

Smart Cities Research Intern

• Market Research: Conducted in-depth market analyses, evaluating competitors' strategies, customer needs in European and Latin American markets, and SWOT factors to identify trends, opportunities, and actionable insights.

• Strategic Communication: Defined and presented comprehensive findings to leadership, providing strategic recommendations that enhanced competitive positioning and informed marketing initiatives. EDUCATION

Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning

West Chester University West Chester, PA

Bachelor of Science in Urban and Environmental Planning; Minor: Studio Art West Chester University West Chester, PA

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Legacy Team / Team Sparring Member

ATA Martial Arts, Oct 2008 – Present

PORTFOLIO & SAMPLE PROJECTS

Fenwick Island: GIS Graphics

PA 272 Story Map: Arc GIS Online Story Maps

PA 272 Report: Technical Writing

PA 272 Corridor Survey: Arc GIS Online Survey 123

PA 272 Improvement Plan: GIS Graphics

PA 272 Widening Concept: Cross Section

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