Stories from the Hackery

Mia Soza graduated with Full-Time Data Analytics Cohort 2.

I'm a storyteller and designer with an interest in exploring the intersections between data and the world. My journalism background has taught me not only how to ask pertinent questions, but how to share my findings with every kind of audience - a skill boosted by my new technical knowledge. I enjoy research, collaboration and visualizing and am looking forward to a career where I can create beautiful pieces of interactive information.

Katie Kosfeld graduated with Full-Time Data Analytics Cohort 2.

After several diverse careers ranging from call centers to veterinary clinics, and most recently research compliance, I realized that what I enjoyed most in all of my positions was data and reports. Data Analytics allows me to orchestrate my organization, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to wrangle and interpret data while also utilizing communication and creativity to design visualizations that can be easily understood. I am looking forward to a career where the majority of my workday will be focused on data cleaning, analysis, and visualizing, allowing me to grow my skills in the field.

Jean Berlin Tchampo graduated with Full-Time Data Analytics Cohort 2.

I am an avid learner taking pride into honing new skills. I have a thorough understanding of business operations on a bigger scale being on the operational side with American Express and analytical end of the spectrum with Floor and Décor recently. I've been developing problem-solving, critical thinking, and now data analysis skills throughout my journey. I am excited to leverage my Python, SQL and visualization tools to drive any company's success.

Sarah Beth Ivester graduated with Full-Time Data Analytics Cohort 2.

I am a creative leader that loves to bring data to life with visualizations that drive action. I enjoy leveraging my five years of exploring datasets and working with diverse teams to collaborate and impact change.

Greg Bolan graduated with Full-Time Data Analytics Cohort 2.

Highly motivated and goal-driven Senior Financial Analyst with 13 years' experience and skilled in collecting, monitoring and studying data to analyze financial status and recommend investment strategy. As an aspiring Data Analyst, practicing use of Tableau, Excel spreadsheets, and other software to help provide insights and support optimal business decision making. Astute business owner with three years of experience in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Honorably served in the United States Army.

Brendan Abernathy graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 41.

John Hester graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 41.

Before diving into software development I gathered experience across multiple industries ranging from customer service, to construction, to logistics, to life-guarding & life-guard instruction, and even a short stint as a Bellman. Whether it's assisting a customer through dealing with multiple departments in a call center, laying gas lines under a house, or tracking orders for a construction site, every experience has a lesson or skill that can lead to growth, and I believe this gives me a distinct advantage stepping into the world of software development.

James Su-Shum graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 41.

I began my professional career in the Investment Banking and Private Equity industry where I had the opportunity to not only hone my analytical skills but also work with many diverse clients and cross-functional teams. During my time in these industries I have taken ownership of several ancillary projects automating and improving workflow efficiency. The results and impact of these projects led me to pursue a career transition into software development where I strive to leverage my analytical and process-oriented mindset to help others solve challenging problems.

James Su-Shum graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 41.

I began my professional career in the Investment Banking and Private Equity industry where I had the opportunity to not only hone my analytical skills but also work with many diverse clients and cross-functional teams. During my time in these industries I have taken ownership of several ancillary projects automating and improving workflow efficiency. The results and impact of these projects led me to pursue a career transition into software development where I strive to leverage my analytical and process-oriented mindset to help others solve challenging problems.

Drew Harper graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 41.

UI/UX Designer, Front-End. Worked in Ad agencies for years, including TBWA-Omnicom in London. I design and produce websites, interactive prototypes, wireframes, and chunks of UI juiciness. CSS/SASS, Figma, Sketch, Adobe CS. Teaching myself Vue.js, Next.js, Netlify, fun stuff. P.S. Love "to explore strange new worlds" and have travelled all over the world.