About
I am a creative problem solver that has developed an interdisciplinary set of skills to solve complex issues and help those I mentor to do the same. A native Utahan, my mission is to encourage and empower our Utah communities to be healthy and vibrant. My passions are exploring unique datasets, history, anthropology photography, strategic thinking, river running, and outdoor science based education.
Analytics Engineer
- Home Base: Moab, UT
- Email: resford1@gmail.com
- Degree: Master of Information Systems
- Degree: Master of Environmental Humanities
Skills
With two years of experience at a Healthcare Tech SAAS startup I have a aquired many skills centered around the modern data tech stack.
Resume
Professional Experience
Program Manager
2021
Kado Inc.
- This capstone project brought together a wide variety of concepts developed during the MSIS program
- Our objective was to buildout the framework and website for Kado's webapp to connect thousands of students to microinternship opportunities through their college or secondary school
- Development included using Ruby, Ruby on Rails, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Github, Heroku
Marketing & Communications Director
2015 - 2020
Canyonlands Field Institute, Moab, UT
- Created, budgeted, researched, and oversaw all communication campaigns
- Implemented CRM Database to provide better analytical data about our donors and led to an increase in donor retention and new donations year after year from 2018-2020
- Work closely with a team of directors to achieve CFI’s mission and prepare for substantial growth through an upcoming capital campaign and facility buildout
- Researched and implemented new reservation system to streamline office systems and increase program sales
Education
dbt Coalesce 2023
2023
San Diego, California
To continue expanding my skillset and extending my knowledge of dbt I attended the annual dbt Coalesce Conference.
Master of Science, Information Systems
2021
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
To compliment my humanities background in analytical research the MSIS degree provided a foundation in which to begin developing systems oriented approach to analysis. My objective in this degree was to further round out my skillset while expanding my understanding of how data is used in a modern business setting.
Master of Science, Environmental Humanities
2010 - 2014
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Using an oral history methodology I interviewed numerous community members in my hometown of Moab regarding the Greater Canyonlands Monument Proposal. This project required strong public engagement, extensive research, long-term planning, strong interpersonal skills, meticulous organization, and a strong sense of refinement.
