About Me

Hi, I’m Richard Ballinger, a data analytics professional with a passion for uncovering actionable insights from data and helping businesses make informed decisions. My journey into data analytics started with my experience in sales and marketing, where I worked on developing strategies, analyzing market trends, and optimizing pricing and SEO efforts. These experiences sparked my curiosity about how data can drive business success.

To deepen my expertise, I enrolled in CareerFoundry, where I gained hands-on experience in tools such as SQL, Tableau, Python, and Excel. During the program, I worked on several real-world projects, including analyzing customer purchasing behavior for Instacart and forecasting profitability for retail businesses. These experiences allowed me to refine my skills in data cleaning, visualization, and statistical analysis.

My love for learning and exploration extends beyond data. I have lived and studied in Japan, where I immersed myself in the culture, learned the language, and even gained valuable work experience. This period of my life not only strengthened my adaptability and problem-solving skills but also fueled my passion for traveling and experiencing new things.

I thrive on solving complex problems and bringing clarity to decision-making through data. My goal is to use my technical skills and global perspective to help organizations turn data into impactful strategies. I’m excited to connect with like-minded professionals and share my portfolio of projects that showcase my analytical journey.