Arnav Hasija
Data Professional
Based in Toronto, Ontario
About
On a quest to unveil the untapped potential within data, I excel in the art of converting raw information into potent insights that drive business success or address critical societal challenges. As an analytics professional, I am dedicated to empowering data-driven decision-making and propelling organizations to reach new heights.
Skills
Projects
Experience
October 2021 - Present
Senior Data Lead
• Lead strategic data initiatives by designing and implementing executive dashboards in Tableau and PowerBI, enabling leadership to monitor key performance metrics and make data-driven decisions. • Oversee cross-functional teams to execute data science projects, aligning objectives with organizational goals and ensuring timely delivery. • Use SQL to extract, analyze and interpret large data sets to support business decisions. • Apply machine learning techniques to extract deeper insights from business data, leading to heightened efficiency in catering to customer needs. • Drive collaboration by facilitating training and presenting data-driven strategies that address business challenges and identify growth opportunities.
April 2020 - October 2021
Consultant, Business Systems Analysis
• Developed reporting and executive dashboards to provide business performance metrics to the leadership team • Used SQL to provide analytical solutions to queries and ad hoc data requests from branch managers and regional directors • Implemented data models using Alteryx Designer that could scale across multiple analytical use cases • Designed workflows to transform transactional and master data into business insights
October 2018 - April 2020
TGRP Associate
18-month rotational program for recent graduates with 3 different technology teams with the following rotations: Rotation 1 – Reporting Analyst, Technology Operations • Produced consolidated reports summarizing metrics for project health, intake volumes, service level objective (SLO), and vendor governance. Rotation 2 – Data Analyst, Enterprise Solution Design, Technology Operations • Produced management reports for intake and financial data. • Created workflows in Alteryx Designer to cleanse, join, summarize, and transform raw data. Rotation 3 – Consultant, Quality Assurance, Digital and Contact Centre Technology • Designed visualizations to track monthly financials for QA, Dev, and PMO. • Analyzed quarterly defect data to calculate KPI’s using pivot tables to measure SIT test.
Education
2021 - 2022
Master of Management Analytics from Queen's University
MMA program is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of data analytics and its application in the business world. The program helped me in gaining a comprehensive understanding of advanced analytical techniques and tools, such as Python, R, Tableau, and SQL. Upon completing this program, I acquired a compelling blend of expertise in analytics, business acumen, and problem-solving. This versatile skill set positions me at the forefront of driving innovation, efficiency, and growth in today's data-driven business landscape.
2013-2018
Engineering from University of Waterloo
While pursuing the Engineering program, I developed a keen aptitude for data analysis by honing my skills in handling complex datasets. The rigorous coursework and research projects demanded precision and a data-driven approach, and I thrived in this environment. The problem-solving mindset and technical expertise acquired during the program served as a solid foundation for my career as an analytics professional.
January 2025 - Present
Data Strategy: Leveraging Data as a Competitive Advantage
Program offered by UC Berkeley covers frameworks for harnessing data, building competitive roadmaps, and driving business value. It emphasizes practical skills through case studies and a capstone project, enabling me to design impactful data strategies and tangible business outcomes.
September 2024 - Present
Advanced Artificial Intelligence Certification from University of Toronto
Building on my foundational knowledge of AI, this certification dives deeper with courses such as deep learning with reinforcement learning, language models, and causal AI, further enhancing my expertise in cutting-edge AI applications.