About me

I am Ricardo Saca, a curious, critical thinker with a passion for learning and data analytics. I apply my analytical skills and curiosity to grow my understanding of our complex world. I have taught myself how to code via college courses, medium tutorials, trial and error, and plenty of googling/Stack Overflow. Below I list some of my education journey, memorable experiences, and skills I have acquired.

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Education

  • MBA with a certificate in Business Analytics
    Providence College, 2021. (GPA: 3.91/4.00)

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance
    with a minor in Computer Science

    Providence College, 2020. (GPA: 3.63/4.00)

Skills

  • Languages:
    • Spanish - Native
    • English - Fluent

  • Programming/Software:
    • Excel (7yrs)
    • Python (>5yrs)
    • SQL (5yrs)
    • Tableau (4yrs)
    • HTML/CSS (4yrs)
    • Git (~3yr)
    • Heroku (~3yr)

  • Business Concepts:
    • Financial Modeling
    • Management Strategy
    • Financial Statements

Experience

  • Data Analyst
    Pentagono, S.A. de C.V. | February 2022 - Present

    Developed and implemented a tailored data analytics platform with multiple dashboards using Flask populated by real-time data from multiple Microsoft SQL Servers; data visualization using Plotly Dash and Pandas; and user authorization and authentication using Azure Active Directory and Flask Login.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Consulting Project
    Providence College | Spring 2021.

    In this project we used various data analytics techniques to analyze ten data set of healthcare customer data with the goal of identifying patiens who would be best suited to utilize a smartwatch. News Story.

  • Financial Research Intern
    IntelleXt | Febraury 2021 - July 2021

    During my internship, I performed financial research on term dependencies and conducted market research to improve the tailoring of the firm’s product to its customers. I also created a python web scraper to automate client data extraction for the development of buyer personas.

  • Citizens Bank Consulting Project
    Providence College | Fall 2020.

    Utilized data analytics techniques on human resources data to identify firm's top talent. Based on our analysis, we suggested strategies to retain top talent. News Story.

  • MBA 651 - Marketing Management
    Providence College | Spring 2021.

    Course taught by Mark Defanti. This class was one of the most demanding courses I have taken; however, it taught me how to think and apply class concept. It also challenged me beyond my limits to think critically in our Emerging Career Assignment.

  • Graduate Field Technician
    Providence College Helpdesk | August 2020 - July 2021

    During my graduate assistantship, I completed device set up for staff and faculty, including imaging, updating, and software installation. I resolved technological issues for staff and faculty via tickets with intentional guidance and personalized solutions. I also created and managed the technology transition process for faculty and staff, which included coordination with supervisors.

  • Student Leader
    Providnece College Peer Ministry | 2018-2020

    As a student leader, I facilitated small group discussions about complex questions and contemporary issues with peers, counseled peers through life problems by providing strategies to implement better life decisions and habits, and provided a safe environment using intentional listening during group discussions and one-on-one assistance.

  • Helpdesk Consultant
    Providence College Helpdesk | August 2017 - May 2020

    I guided faculty, staff, and students through their technological issues. To quickly solve problems, I learned the troubleshooting protocols and organization structure. In this time, I developed my communication skills and patience in phone calls.

  • Financial Analyst Intern
    Factoraje Pentagono | May 2017 - August 2017 | May 2019 - July 2019

    I audited various corporate financial merits to summarize key data metrics and aided potential client screening. I then assisted with recommending clients for approved funding at Board of Directors level meetings. I also created Excel worksheets using VBA and recommended modifications to facilitate the evaluation of client data.