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Data-driven data scientist candidate delivering analytics and strategic marketing insights.
What I'm looking for
I am a data-driven tech professional and MSc Data Science candidate with a BSc in Business Innovation & Technology, specializing in hospitality data analytics and technical marketing.
I have transformed occupancy and revenue data into actionable intelligence at Cresta Marakanelo, automating reporting with SQL and advanced Excel to save time and improve decision-making.
As an entrepreneur and digital marketer, I launched and managed an e-commerce brand, planned international campaigns, and optimized social media performance to increase engagement and conversions.
I combine technical skills (Python, SQL, Power BI/Tableau, Advanced Excel) with strategic communication and leadership to drive operational efficiency and measurable business outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Analyst
Cresta Marakanelo Limited
Oct 2025 - Present (3 months)
Automated reporting with Excel and SQL to cut manual entry time by 30%, developed dashboards and analyzed occupancy/revenue trends that contributed to a 10% increase in RevPAR and 15% higher campaign conversion.
Compliance Officer
P&C Reinsurance
Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 (5 months)
Collected and organized KYC documentation, assisted in risk assessments and policy implementation to support regulatory adherence and identify high-risk customers.
Founder & Manager
TML Store
Jan 2020 - Dec 2024 (4 years 11 months)
Launched and managed a profitable e-commerce store targeting international markets, directing end-to-end operations and executing digital marketing campaigns that drove sustained sales growth over a 3-year period.
Social Media Manager
New Times Digital
Feb 2023 - Dec 2023 (10 months)
Managed organic and paid social campaigns across Facebook, Instagram and Google, implementing data-driven content strategies that increased brand visibility by 10% and audience engagement by 30%.
Operations Assistant
Moe's Bar and Carwash
Mar 2022 - Jan 2023 (10 months)
Spearheaded digitization of inventory and customer feedback systems, improving operational efficiency by 30%, and supported event service, cash handling, and marketing outreach at high-volume shifts.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IU International University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science, Data Science
Pursuing an MSc in Data Science with focus on Python for Data Science, advanced statistics, and machine learning.
AFDA, The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance
Bachelor's Degree, Business Innovation & Technology
2021 - 2024
Activities and societies: Led a team in launching a mock company; Captain of athletics and soccer teams; 2nd Best Marketing Plan (University).
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Innovation and Technology with project work on business plans and marketing strategies, achieving high marks for viability and creativity.
Pecanwood College
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Activities and societies: Captain of athletics and soccer teams for four years.
Secondary school education with coursework in marketing, accounting, business management, and IT.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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