Junior Project Manager & BI Analyst

Kennedy Slade

Houston, TX • 410-***-**** • *******.*******@*****.***

Project Analyst Business Intelligence Specialist PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Insight-driven Junior Project Manager and Business Analyst with experience supporting Fortune 500 clients across sales, supply chain, energy, and hospitality. Skilled in bridging business needs with technology through data analysis, BI reporting, and project management frameworks. Proficient in Tableau, Power BI, Python, SQL, Salesforce, and AWS S3/Redshift, delivering actionable insights that improve forecasting and decision-making. Recognized for translating complex data into clear business strategies, driving Agile delivery, cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. Seeking to leverage a hybrid PM + BA background to enhance efficiency and support data-driven enterprise initiatives. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Programming & Data Tools: SQL, Python (basic), R (basic)

• Project Management Tools: Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence, SharePoint, Trello

• Business & Enterprise Systems: Citrix, SAP, Workday, Kronos, Salesforce (CRM), Microsoft Dynamics

• Microsoft 365 Suite: Microsoft Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Word, PowerPoint Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Gantt Charts, Dashboards, Data Visualization)

• Methodologies & Frameworks: Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Change Management, Process Improvement

• Communication & Collaboration: Report Development, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Presentations, Meeting Facilitation

• Other Skills: Strong Work Ethic, Attention to Detail, Time Management & Prioritization, Problem- Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments, Initiative, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Resolution, Decision-Making, Relationship Building, Fast Learner, Team Player CERTIFICATIONS

Tableau Desktop Specialist (In Progress)

CAPM® – Certified Associate in Project Management

PMI-ACP® – Agile Certified Practitioner

PMI-PBA®– Professional in Business Analysis

PMI-RMP®– Risk Management Professional

EXPERIENCE

Lancesoft Inc, (Contactor) Client: Constellation Energy Corp., April 2025 – December 2025 Business Intelligence Specialist

• Supported the deployment and optimization of Constellation Energy’s REPS application within a Citrix environment, enabling secure data entry, compliance reporting, and workflow consistency across business units.

• Coordinated with cross-team testing and feedback cycles, identifying workflow gaps in Citrix delivery and contributed to fixes that improved system stability by 15% in Q4.

• Conducted stakeholder analysis and tailored presentations for Constellation internal teams by using market research, product data, and customer insights to align reporting needs with compliance and operational KPIs.

• Facilitated Agile ceremonies to monitor AI-Automation progress and adapt workflows, improving team velocity and cross-functional collaboration.

• Lead user onboarding and training sessions for Constellation Energy’s REPS application, developing quick-reference guides and SOPs that accelerated adoption within the network and supported continuous improvement.

Lancesoft Inc, (Contactor) Client: PepsiCo. March 2024 – April 2025 Project Coordinator (November 2024 – April 2025)

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives within sales, supply chain, and marketing to support product development and go-to-market strategies.

• Assist in planning and executing project timelines, ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule and within scope.

• Analyze cross-functional data from sales, supply chain, and marketing to uncover trends, measure KPIs, and support decision-making.

• Organized cross-functional alignment with Microsoft PowerPoint, creating appealing visual frameworks that promoted cooperation among business departments by turning complicated findings from Power- BI and Excel into strategic slides and cohesive action plans.

• Conducted in-depth data research leveraging Salesforce CRM, extracting and analyzing sales, marketing, and customer insights to identify actionable trends.

• Collaborate with business units to translate data findings into strategic actions aligned with company objectives.

Project Analyst (March 2024 – November 2024)

• Conducted performance and market analysis using SQL queries and Excel to support business development strategies.

• Delivered weekly and monthly reports tracking key metrics, customer trends, and sales pipeline performance.

• Partnered with project managers to gather and clean data for enterprise initiatives.

• Played a key role in data-driven evaluations for three go-to-market product launches.

• Provided administrative and analytical support for project planning activities, including task tracking, dependency management, and risk identification.

• Played a key role in standardizing documentation procedures and training new team members on internal tools and reporting templates.

• Contributed to the successful launch of 3 product marketing initiatives by aligning project milestones with departmental KPIs and deadlines.

Maryland Live! Casino & Hotel, July 2022 – February 2024 Event Coordinator & Project Assistant

• Using Microsoft Project, I coordinated stakeholder alignment and event execution; created and maintained thorough project timelines, settled disputes, and illustrated logistical scenarios to expedite decision-making, elevate important concerns, and guarantee timely, transparent updates.

• Using Microsoft Project, I oversaw and established integrated workstreams with marketing and operations, organized task dependencies and timeframes, and produced synchronized deliverables to guarantee strategic alignment and effective execution while coordinating cross-functional teams.

• Managed pre- and post-event data analysis for 100+ corporate and hospitality events, tracking attendance, revenue impact, and vendor performance.

• Developed reports to evaluate ROI, customer satisfaction, and engagement, using Excel and Smartsheet.

• Streamlined data collection processes and standardized reporting templates, reducing turnaround time by 20%.

• Built dashboards that helped leadership make evidence-based decisions on resource allocation and vendor contracts.

• Managed vendor sourcing, procurement, and day-of execution logistics, coordinating up to 15 vendors per event and ensuring 100% fulfillment of service-level agreements.

• Monitored event budgets ranging from $10K to $100K, tracked expenditures, and reconciled invoices to maintain financial accuracy and avoid overages.

• Implemented process improvements such as standardized planning templates and centralized documentation systems, resulting in a 20% reduction in planning time and a 15% increase in team efficiency during peak event seasons.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems minor Project Management University of Maryland Global Campus Graduation Date: January 2026 GPA: 3.5

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