Experience

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  3Z Brands

  • Data Scientist Intern

    • Apr 2024 - Present

    - Perform advanced analytics and techniques to glean insights for Marketing and Strategy to provide critical insight for better data-driven decision making

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  Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States

  • Graduate Research Assistant

    • Mar 2021 - Dec 2023
    • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States

    Delivered Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) fine-tuning project presentation at ASHS conference 2023 (Orlando) to explain the application of machine learning to non-technical audience 30+ in the agricultural/ horticultural fields, which sparked a series of productive discussions on innovative ways to leverage technology for improved field outcomes• Developed chatbot ecosystem using the OpenAI API, where LLM chatbots autonomously controlled 3 chatbots for task completion, showcasing potential for operational efficiencies and advancing frontier of automated workflow management in a research context• Spearheaded development and optimization of the MTSU Small Farm’s website and online business profile, leading to a significant boost in online customer engagement and a measurable increase in foot traffic during sales events, demonstrating the effective integration of digital marketing strategies with traditional retail operations.

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  Otis Floyd Nursery Research Center

  • McMinnville, Tennessee, United States

  • Laboratory Technician

    • Sep 2020 - Dec 2020
    • McMinnville, Tennessee, United States

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  US Army

  • Ft. Campbell

  • Platoon Sergeant

    • Nov 2017 - Dec 2018
    • Ft. Campbell

    Selected for interim role of Platoon Sergeant for Headquarters Platoon (position 2 ranks above current grade) for 1.5 years and mentored managers on leadership, decreasing conflicts and incidents with group by 80%• Managed discipline, accountability, and professional development for 14 soldiers and trained 4 managers on enhancing productivity, efficiency, and morale, decreasing mission preparation timelines by 10-20% and improving team cohesion• Ensured strict accountability for $4.8M+ in equipment and oversaw tactical operation command setup and operations in coordination with senior leadership, executing 2 field operations monthly within scheduled timelines• Oversaw all aspects of training (planning/executing briefs, seminars, team-building activities) and streamlined administrative and legal processes for 8 outgoing soldiers in unit, decreasing operational processes by 33%

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  US Army

  • Fort Campbell

  • Section Chief

    • May 2016 - Sep 2017
    • Fort Campbell

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  Bessie Thrasher - Keller Williams

  • Tampa, Florida

  • Office Assistant

    • Mar 2008 - May 2010
    • Tampa, Florida

    Extensive use of MLS, office software, file management. Also designed and maintained company website that led to a large increase in client leads and closings.