Simon Laird

Background

About Simon Laird

Business Analyst | Data Enthusiast | Economics MA | STATA Expert I am a results-driven Business Analyst with a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience in Business analysis and project management. My journey in economics, backed by a Master of Arts degree from George Mason University, has equipped me with a deep understanding of economic principles and analytical skills. I am passionate about Business analysis and research. I worked alongside renowned economists to investigate the "Effects of Immigration on Economic Policy." My contributions involved conducting multivariate regressions in STATA, reviewing existing economic literature, designing econometric models, and meticulously preparing and interpreting data from diverse sources, such as the US census and economic indices. Technical Skills-Excel: I am proficient in a range of Excel functions, including INDEX, MATCH, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and advanced data manipulation techniques-Salesforce: I possess elementary knowledge of the Salesforce interface, list views, and report generation-STATA: I am an expert in using "do" files, for loops, data cleaning, and data visualization, employing functions like IMPORT, SUMMARIZE, DISPLAY, LABEL, and more. I am dedicated to leveraging data-driven insights to facilitate informed decision-making. My commitment to excellence, coupled with a keen eye for detail, positions me as a valuable asset in any business analysis role. I am open to new opportunities and challenges in the field of business analysis. Contact Details:(720) 818-2785 SimonDLaird@gmail.com