Ravi Patel
Atlanta
Summary
Results-driven IT and business analysis professional with 4+ years of experience delivering data-driven insights, optimizing operational processes, and supporting enterprise technology initiatives. Proven ability to analyze business requirements, develop reporting solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve operational performance and regulatory compliance. Currently pursuing an MBA to further strengthen leadership, analytics, and strategic decision-making capabilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Operator
Eagles Liquor & Wine
Boiling Springs
12.2024 - Current
- Manage all aspects of retail business operations including inventory management, vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, and financial performance
- Implemented POS reporting systems and daily cash reconciliation processes, enhancing financial tracking and margin visibility
- Analyze sales trends and product performance to optimize purchasing decisions and improve profitability
- Oversaw employee scheduling and payroll tracking while ensuring compliance with South Carolina regulatory requirements
- Introduced operational process improvements that streamlined daily store operations and enhanced overall efficiency
Business Analyst
D&M Hospitality
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Produced executive-level performance and compliance reports that contributed to 10% quarterly revenue growth
- Identify system and process inefficiencies, reducing time-to-market by 20%
- Collaborated with operations and supply chain teams to implement process improvements, reducing delivery delays by 35% and fulfillment costs by 25%
- Analyzed operational data to support data-driven decision making
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and operational reports to monitor business performance across 10 hotel properties
IT Project Manager
Shell Oil
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated IT project planning, deliverables, and budgets across a $300M+ infrastructure portfolio
- Monitored KPI performance and reporting for a $500M capital portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
- Facilitated collaboration between technical and business stakeholders, driving successful systems implementation
- Analyzed operational and compliance data, enhancing accuracy of reporting and audit readiness
- Developed governance documentation and audit materials, ensuring maintenance of regulatory compliance
Project Analyst
Shell Oil
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Designed and developed a Power BI dashboard for real-time cybersecurity metrics tracking
- Facilitated implementation of enterprise cybersecurity awareness program for 400+ employees
- Delivered 10+ training sessions on security best practices and phishing prevention for employees
- Achieved recognition through multiple company awards, ranking among the top 10% of enterprise initiatives in 2023.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Lamar University
05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Clemson University
01.2021
Skills
- Power BI
- KPI Development
- Executive Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Agile Methodologies
- Project Timelines
- Risk Management
- Statement of Work (SOW)
- Operations & Process Improvement
- Stakeholder & Executive Communication
- Financial & Operational Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ServiceNow
- Basic Adobe Suite
Timeline
Owner / Operator
Eagles Liquor & Wine
12.2024 - Current
Business Analyst
D&M Hospitality
12.2023 - 11.2024
IT Project Manager
Shell Oil
12.2022 - 12.2023
Project Analyst
Shell Oil
11.2021 - 12.2022
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Clemson University