Data Analyst | Business Analyst

Hi, I'm Enrique Merino.

Bilingual (native Spanish) Data Analyst and engineer with a Master of Data Analytics, With Distinction, from the University of Niagara Falls, Canada. I partner with SMEs to deliver data-driven solutions, from SQL on large multi-source datasets to Power BI dashboards and the analysis behind 20+ government contracts worth $2M+ USD. Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals.

Python & SQL
Power BI & Tableau
Machine Learning
ETL/ELT & Data Pipelines
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👋About Me

Who I am and how I work.

I am an engineer with a solid background in technical support, project coordination, and customer service, and a Master of Data Analytics, With Distinction, from the University of Niagara Falls, Canada. My experience combines analytical thinking with practical problem-solving, allowing me to manage complex tasks and support data-driven decision-making.

During my master’s degree, I strengthened my skills in Python, Power BI, Tableau, and statistical analysis, focusing on predictive modeling, data visualization, and business intelligence. I am passionate about using data to optimize processes, uncover insights, and drive measurable improvements in organizational performance.

What I bring to a team: clear communication, structured analysis, and a strong sense of ownership from start to finish of a project.
  • Experience collaborating in Agile teams with Git/GitHub and project boards.
  • Comfortable presenting technical results to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Enjoy learning continuously and mentoring peers.
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📊Featured Projects

Selected work in Python, Power BI, and Machine Learning.

Los Angeles Crime Case Analysis (Python)

EDA · Feature Engineering · Random Forest · Spatial Insights

Performed predictive and exploratory analysis on LAPD crime data, combining EDA, demographic and spatial patterns, and Random Forest modeling to understand factors influencing crime solvability.

Iris Species Classification (Power BI)

Data Visualization · Classification · Dashboard Design

Built interactive dashboards to explore Iris dataset morphology and support species classification through insightful visualizations.

Forecasting Sales Using Power BI

Time Series · DAX · Profitability Analysis

Developed a forecasting model and profitability analysis using DAX, uncovering customer behavior, high-value product segments, and long-term revenue trends.

ANN Seeds Classification (Keras)

Multiclass Classification · Dropout Comparison

Built a two-hidden-layer ANN with dropout analysis, training curves, confusion matrix, and macro-average metrics for wheat seed classification.

🛠Technical Skills

Core capabilities for data and analytics projects.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Data Engineering: ETL/ELT pipelines, data integration, data modeling, Airflow, Kafka, Databricks
  • Databases: SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, DB2), data warehousing concepts
  • Programming: Python (Pandas, NumPy), R
  • Analytics & BI: Power BI (DAX, modeling), Tableau, Excel (Power Query)
  • Analytics Methods: Statistical analysis, A/B testing, regression, clustering
  • Tools: Git, GitHub
  • Business: KPI frameworks, stakeholder communication, data storytelling
  • Languages: English, Spanish

🎓Education

Academic background and formal studies.

EDUCATION

Master in Data Analytics
University of Niagara Falls, Canada (2024–2026)
President’s Academic Distinction List: Fall 2024, Winter 2025, Spring 2025 (GPA 4.0).
Electronic Engineering
National University of Callao (2007–2012)
Project Management Specialist
Technological University of Peru (2019–2020)
Telecommunications Engineering
National Institute for Telecommunications Research and Training (2020)

📄 View full experience on LinkedIn or download my resume.

📜Certifications

Relevant credentials in data engineering and analytics.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900), ID 21D90536E97A13FE
  • IBM: ETL and Data Pipelines with Shell, Airflow, and Kafka
  • IBM: Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python
  • Google: The Power of Statistics
  • University of Michigan: Intermediate PostgreSQL

📬Contact

Let’s connect and talk about data.