Analytics-Driven Finance & Policy Researcher

DONOVAN T. REYNOLDS

*******@******.*** 610-***-**** linkedin.com/in/donovanreynolds24 New Orleans, LA PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Analytical and driven, I bring a strong foundation in finance and business analytics, with hands-on training in SQL, Python, and Tableau. Through academic projects and professional roles in legal and legislative settings, I’ve learned how to uncover patterns, ask the right questions, and communicate insights clearly even when working with messy or incomplete data. I’m excited to grow with a collaborative team where I can turn numbers into strategy and help solve real world challenges in sectors like energy and operations.

EDUCATION

TULANE UNIVERSITY, A. B. FREEMAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS New Orleans, LA Master of Business Analytics GPA: 3.25 August 2024 – December 2025 Energy Fundamentals and Trading, Energy Modeling, Renewable Finance and Modeling SQL Data Fundamentals and Business Intelligence

BUSINESS ANALYTICS PROJECT (PREMIUM PARKING) January 2025 – May 2025 Data Analyst

● Partner with company leadership as part of a four-person team, utilizing SQL databases to analyze data and assess the feasibility of a loyalty program

BUSINESS ANALYTICS PRACTICUM August 2024 – December 2024 Data Analyst

● Collaborated as part of a three-person team to analyze NCAA data from 2003 onward, identifying trends in funding and gender equity at the Division I collegiate level.

● Created data driven recommendations based around ideal markets for revenue increase Supporting recommendations to tap into new revenue streams

TULANE UNIVERSITY, A. B. FREEMAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS New Orleans, LA Bachelor of Science in Management GPA: 3.1 August 2019 – May 2023

● Louisiana Legislative Scholarship

WORK EXPERIENCE

THE OFFICES OF STATE SENATOR GARY CARTER JR. New Orleans, LA Assistant June 2021 – Present

● Provided administrative support on campaign efforts, including document management and coordinating communications with state offices and officials

THE CARTER FIRM New Orleans, LA

Legal Assistant July 2023 - Present

● Communicated with courts, medical offices, and other firms to gather information and submit documentation in accordance with rules and regulation

● Organized and optimized digital and physical filing system for the firm

● Supported case management and ensured accurate record-keeping by attending court sessions, real estate title exchanges, and discovery meetings

LEADERSHIP & CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS

TULANE ALPHA KAPPA PSI PI CHI August 2022 – May 2023 Executive Vice President

● Organized diversity, equity and inclusion proceedings, and maintained active engagement for 150+ members Corporate Sponsorship Chair January 2021 – May 2021

• Raised over $2,400 for the chapter through a snack taste testing campaign and Jarritos sponsorship Volunteer, GREEN PROJECT July 2023 – August 2023

● Worked with management to recycle and reprocess paint-based materials for affordable repurchase SKILLS & INTERESTS

Certifications/Training: MOS Certification, Refinitiv Workspace, LinkedIn Learning Certification in Filtering, Pivot Tables, Formula, Solver, and VBAm, AABE Boot Camp (Entergy) Software: Python, R Programming, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Tableau, SQL Management Studio

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