Hello! Welcome to my professional website. My name is Hoda Elsawy. This website is to illustrate my skills and experience throughout my professional career. As you navigate through the tabs, I have added sample writings and programming expertise to showcase my knowledge. I am happy you stopped by!
Hoda Elsawy
BS in Management Information Systems and Supply Chain & Operations Management. Minneapolis, MN
Education
University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management
Management Information Systems & Supply Chain & Operations Management
Strategic Management Minor
GPA: 3.60/4.0
Supply Chain and Operations Management
Management Information Systems
Sep 2017– May 2019
Saint Paul College
Associate of Arts Degree
GPA: 4.0/4.0
"The program prepares students to plan for, design, analyze, use, manage digital assets of an organization. Those that include not only technology, but also IT-enabled processes governing business activities." -Carlson School of Management
Read more about the program here:
https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/degrees/undergraduate/majors-and-minors/management-information-systems
This program prepares students to be supply chain and operations (SCO) professionals that "manage the flow of goods, services, and information both within and across organizations." -Carlson School of Managementt
Read more about the major here:
Strategic Management Minor
This program guides students to make "decisions about the set of goal-directed, coordinated commitments and actions that a firm undertakes to gain and sustain superior performance relative to competitors." -The Carlson School of Management
Read more about the minor here:
https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/degrees/undergraduate/majors-and-minors/strategic-management
Relevant Experience
CHS Inc Oct 2021- Present
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Work closely with data scientists to design and develop data cubes in Power BI tools to report key business information.
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Participate in engagement and discovery sessions to identify problems as well as innovation opportunities that can be solved with data analytics.
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Research and test solutions in a proof of concept scale to operationalize the outcomes and validate the results in the real-world.
Data Analytics Intern
Blue Cross Blue Shield June 2021 - Sep 2021
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Provided constant support to the Business Analyst team by compiling large data sets weekly to present to the Project Manager.
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Monitored the implementation of a Distribution Strategy project through continuous processes mapping and system testing.
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Supported small continuous process improvement engagements, performed research, analyzed findings, and identified solution options to present to leadership.
Continuous Improvement Intern
Executive Assistant Intern
Black Women Speak Mar 2021 - May 2021
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Collaborated with the founder in conducting vendor interviews and feedback for various events that focused on the healing of Black women.
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Supported the founder in executing strategic initiatives by setting goals and researching the tools necessary to center the voices of Black women around the twin cities.
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Aligned strategic objectives of the organization with the financial budget through continuous analysis and planning for various events.
Operations Intern
C-TEQ Data Consultants Mar 2021 - May 2021
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Assisted the Chief Operating Officer in converting over 25+ projects by utilizing data discovery software to aid in the creation of data driven solutions.
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Reviewed and identified discrepancies in project submissions that increased the value of the organization by 2% in quarter two.
Additional Experience
Style Consultant
Target Aug 2019 - Present
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Continuously build business acumen to stay ahead of product sell-through, promotional sales, and clearanced items so guests always experience an organized shopping destination.
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Effectively handle auditing for over 3000 inventory items resulting in increased data integrity and $5000 in cost reductions.
Carlson School of Management Sep 2021 - Dec 2021
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Assisted the professor with grading and In-class participation to ensure students are attending and participating.
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Held office hours to assist students with questions and provide support in their learning experience.
Peer Assistant
Best Buy Nov 2020 - Sep 2021
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Performed over 5 complex hardware, software, and network diagnostics daily by accurately resolving the issue and preparing the necessary reports to summarize it.
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Partnered with other team members to ensure consistent and accurate documentation of customer requests and repairs.
Geek Squad Repair Agent
Library Assistant
Saint Paul College Oct 2018 - Aug 2019
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Advised over 1000 resource-seeking students navigate library resources to ensure full accessibility to library information.
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Acted as a resource for students by providing educational guidance for both print and multitude information resources.
Leadership
Student Ambassador
Saint Paul College Jan 2018- May 2019
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Coordinated with the Director of Marketing & Recruitment and Recruitment team to create information session for prospective students.
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Analyzed prospective student data collected from previous events to promote Open House events.
Peer Mentor
Saint Paul College Sep 2018- May 2019
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Mentored two first year students with their transition to college.
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Connected the students to resources on campus and supported them on their new journeys.
Engagement Leader
Women In Business Sep 2018- May 2019
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Fostered open dialogue with a 5-member team to create engaging events that united women around campus.
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Increased club awareness through targeted social media campaigns about events.
Committee Member
Student Services Fee Committee Sep 2021-Dec 2021
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Engaged in discussions with committee members and leaders that focus on allocating funds to clubs around campus.
Upward Bound Oct 2021-Present
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Respond to letters from student by sharing academic, career, and life experiences with mentee.
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Encourage pursuit of academic goals and further education of student by discussing and sharing issues related to education, careers, and other appropriate topics.
Upward Bound Mentor
Tech Writing
Analysis on Responsible Supply Chains
This is an analysis on Han Solar's Supply Chain. I presented possible solutions to ensure social and environmental objectives are achieved throughout the supply chain.
Analysis on Supply Chain Risk
This is an analysis on Honda's Supply Chain. I presented possible solutions for risk identification and response strategies.
Applications & Programming
SQL Programming Language
Microsoft Applications
Proficient
Outlook, Word, Visio, Access
R
Visual Basic
Power BI
Tableau
Awards & Achievements
Phi Theta Kappa Member
Saint Paul College
Presidential Honor for Academic Achievement
Saint Paul College