About Me
I'm Sara Echeverry, a third-year Economics major at Simon Fraser University with a minor in Business Administration. I specialize in data analytics and business strategy, and I'm passionate about driving impactful solutions in consulting or analytics. With experience in e-commerce operations, sustainable business practices, and data analysis, I excel at turning data into actionable insights.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Minor in Business Administration, Simon Fraser University (Expected Graduation: 2025)
- Relevant Coursework: Business Analytics, Applied Econometrics, Business Technology Management, Managerial & Financial Accounting
- Tools: SQL, R, Excel, Access
- Dean’s Honour Roll (2nd Year), GPA: 3.5
Experience
- E-commerce Representative, Holt Renfrew (Oct 2022 - Present)
- Resolved customer issues, handling over 50 client inquiries weekly, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Investigated and mitigated suspicious activities, reducing potential risks to the platform.
- Coordinated a team of online sales associates, improving workflow efficiency by 15%.
- Teaching Assistant, BUS 275 (Jan 2024 – Apr 2024)
- Assisted in lesson planning, grading, and student mentorship for a class of 60 students.
- Facilitated discussions on sustainability and business ethics, enhancing student engagement.
- Provided feedback on project presentations and research initiatives.
- Sole Proprietorship - Rental Property Management (Aug 2020 – Jul 2024)
- Managed a portfolio of five rental properties, overseeing tenant relations, financial transactions, and property maintenance.
- Developed comprehensive spreadsheets for tracking rental income, property expenses, and budget allocations.
- Ensured accurate and timely processing of rent collection, utility payments, and vendor invoices.
- Server, White Spot (Jan 2022 – Dec 2022)
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, including order-taking, coordinating with the kitchen, and handling POS system transactions.
- Resolved customer concerns and implemented upselling strategies to increase revenue.
Projects
- Housing Affordability Analysis (Nov 2024) - Data Visualization and Economic Analysis (ECON334)
- Analyzed income and housing affordability trends across Canada using R.
- Built a Housing Affordability Index and developed regression models to assess key factors.
- Conducted data cleaning and exploratory analysis on datasets from Statistics Canada and the Canadian Real Estate Association.
- Product Selection Report (Apr 2024) - Business Technology Management (BUS237)
- Conducted profitability analysis to determine appropriate product mix for limited display space, maximizing potential contribution margins.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel and SQL to organize and analyze data for 2000 different products.
- Developed a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations to optimize product display strategy.
Skills
- Data Analytics: Proficient in SQL, R, Access, and Excel for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
- Research & Strategy: Experienced in collaborative projects with a focus on business insights and market trends.
- Communication & Leadership: Effective in team coordination, lesson planning, and setting performance benchmarks.
Contact
For Sara
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Happy Birthday!
To the lady that I met in a class that I wasn't planning on taking, with a smile that fills the room with joy, a heart that cares like no other, the eyes that show me why I love her, and a voice that drives me to strive further. You're the goofy princess that I have dreamt of being with and I can't wait to see the incredible things life has in store for you. As you step into this new chapter, I wish you success in all your endeavors, and know that I'll always be here for you whenever you need me.
I'm so happy to be spending your 22nd birthday with you, and look forward to spend many more as we see you blossom into the brave, independant, and pretty women you are destined to be.
Tu eres fuerte, valiente, caliente, y inteligente
Te amo