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Ryan Richardson

Ryan Richardson

Data Scientist

2u, Inc.

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My New Track

Machine Learning Scientist

My New Track

Associate Data Analyst in SQL (previously Data Analyst in SQL)

My New Track

Machine Learning Scientist

All things Data: Analyst | Narrator | Interpreter | Decision Maker | Leader

My Work

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DataLab

February Monthly Mini

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github

Spark Pipeline Analyzing Spotify Data

github

Predicting Poker Bluffs

DataLab

February Monthly Mini

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My Certifications

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Other Certificates

DataCamp Associate Data Scientist

DataCamp Course Completion

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Courses

Introduction to Python
Introduction to SQL
Intermediate Python
Intermediate SQL

My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

2U | Jan 2024 - Present

Analyst II, Revenue Strategy & Analytics

Design and implement SQL-based analytics pipelines and Tableau dashboards to derive actionable insights that drive macro-level strategy across multiple product lines. Ensure data quality and maintain resources to uphold data veracity, enabling accurate, reliable decision-making. Cleanse and analyze datasets to extract insights, communicating findings to stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives. Support degree programs and multiple business lines by delivering tailored analytics solutions. ✓ Developed new Net Promoter Score analytical dashboards in Tableau to drive $150 million investment in business-to-business portfolio strategies. ✓ Built Salesforce reporting tools for sales and customer success teams to identify critical opportunities to drive a 75% year-over-year improvement in revenue. ✓ Served as subject matter expert with the data engineering team to identify malfunctioning data pipelines and ideate cost-effective solutions. ✓ Worked as a liaison to marketing team to identify new lead generation opportunities and develop 40% increase in organic lead volume and a 20% increase in lead acquisition. ✓ Running AB tests in Optimizely that drive product design and decision- making. ✓ Develop dashboards to assess the effectiveness of AI-driven text identification and classification solutions, providing insights to inform management strategies that incorporate these tools.
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2U | Jan 2020 - Jan 2024

Sr. Enrollment Counselor

Qualify prospective students for the Harvard Business Analytics Program and Columbia Artificial Intelligence Program by assessing skills, backgrounds, and goals. Situate students within the context of the programs. Serve as a stakeholder liaison with program analytics to strategize around performance and product implementation to seamlessly roll out and train the team on new technologies. Notable Accomplishments: ✓ Increased the contact rate for prospective students 10%, achieving a 48% opt-in rate, and doubled the applicant submission rate by pioneering and managing the rollout of an SMS system and new process. ✓ Deployed analytical solutions in Excel and Tableau to aid Columbia University’s applicant pipeline, identifying opportunities to standardize admission criteria, improve class composition, and increase student satisfaction.

Source Energy Partners, LLC | Jan 2018 - Jan 2020

Acquisitions

Communicated with the mineral holders to streamline the process of determining the transaction viability through gathering data and assisting in asset value analysis in attempts to satisfy clients and the expected returns of our private equity fund. Conducted legal research to analyze the size of prospective mineral acquisitions as well as determine accurate ownership and clarity in title. Notable Accomplishments: ✓ Served as technical lead and subject matter expert with third-party consultants to assist in the adoption and implementation of a Salesforce database solution, improving the speed in contacting clients and the efficiency and reliability of the data analysis of client assets.

Reformed Theological Seminary | Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

Director Of Student Services

Consulted with prospective and current students about Reformed Theological Seminary - Global, assisting with the application process and course of study. Managed the database of current and prospective students, inputting grades, and maintaining deadlines.

Welch & Wright, PLLC | Jan 2011 - Jan 2015

Legal Assistant

Worked closely with clients, attorneys, and other paralegals to oversee all trust and estate administration phases, including organizing and analyzing asset information; valuation of assets; preparation of inventories, asset allocation agreements, and asset transfer documents. Researched and drafted grant deeds, trust transfer deeds, and supporting documents; drafted probate pleadings, including fiduciary reports/accountings, Spousal Property petitions, etc.; and assisted with Estate and Gift Tax return preparation.

My Education

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Master of Science in Data ScienceSyracuse University | 2024
Master of Arts - MA, Dual Degree - Biblical Studies and Theological StudiesReformed Theological Seminary | 2018
Bachelor of Science - BS, Dual Degree - Biology and Biochemistry; Minor in EnglishWest Texas A&M University | 2011

About Me

Ryan Richardson

Diligent Data Analyst with 10+ years of experience spanning the legal, energy, higher education, and technology sectors. Practiced in public speaking and project management for a holistic perspective on data strategy. Open to offers.

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