About Me

My name is Olivia Shipley and I am a Data Analyst with a deep curiosity for how data can drive meaningful change.

Passionate about transforming information into insight, I thrive in collaborative environments. I take pride in asking the right questions, uncovering patterns others might overlook, and creating systems that make complex processes more efficient and transparent!

My ultimate goal is to use data to design smarter, more sustainable solutions. Not only to optimize performance, but to create measurable, positive impact for people and communities!

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GitHub

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RPubs

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Tableau

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Let’s connect!

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[email protected]

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Education

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MS - Data Analytics

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BS - Marine Science

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Skills

Skills

Work Experience

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Data Analyst I Matrix Design Group (Jan 2025 - Present)

Architect Power BI dashboards consolidating enterprise data across 26+ Air Force installations managing $150M+ in annual contracts. Build R and SQL pipelines for multi-source data validation and automate statistical workflows, translating analytical findings into executive-ready insights for program managers. Recognized with Matrix Design Group's Rookie of the Year (2024) and Hybrid Hero (2023) awards.

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Environmental Scientist Matrix Design Group (Jan 2023 - Jan 2025)

Administered environmental databases across 6+ contamination sites with rigorous validation against EPA National Functional Guidelines and lab QC limits. Owned master data management for a 20+ year environmental monitoring program — redesigned statistical methodology, corrected systemic errors, and achieved 25% process optimization. Served as Deputy PM on multiple Arizona Department of Environmental Quality projects, managing budgets, schedules, and monthly reporting.

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Research Assistant Texas A&M University — Galveston (Aug 2017 - Dec 2020)

Managed data collection, processing, and integration for three NSF- and National Geographic-funded marine science projects in collaboration with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Performed Q-mode cluster analysis in R, MATLAB, and ArcGIS, producing dendrograms and bathymetry maps to communicate complex findings to diverse stakeholder audiences. Contributed to grant proposals that secured ~$100K in climate research funding; presented at the AGU Fall 2019 Conference.

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Certifications & Awards

Certified Carbon Management Leader (CCML), 2024

HAZWHOPER 40HR - 10020623 with Q Safety Consultants

Rookie of the Year Award — 2024 @ Matrix Design Group

Ray of Sunshine Award — 2024 @ Matrix Design Group

Hybrid Hero Award — 2023 @ Matrix Design Group

Case Study & Project Gallery (WIP)

Case Studies

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