Professional Experience
A comprehensive overview of my professional journey, education, and key achievements in business analysis, project management, and strategic leadership.
Education
Current
Harvard University Cambridge, MA
Program
Certification of Project Management & Information Technology
Currently Enrolled
Advanced certification program focusing on strategic project management methodologies, IT infrastructure, and digital transformation leadership. Curriculum includes Agile/Scrum frameworks, risk management, and emerging technology integration.
2021
Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Biology & Business/Health Administration
Dual-concentration program combining scientific rigor with business acumen, specializing in healthcare administration and strategic management. Graduated with honors while serving as Head Captain of NCAA Division I Badminton team.
Professional Experience
2024-2025
Quest Diagnostics New York, NY
Role
Senior Financial Analyst, Strategic Pricing (Contract)
December 2024 - March 2025
Key Achievements
Spearheaded pricing optimization for a $3.5B+ healthcare service portfolio, improving gross margin by 18%
Automated financial data pipelines via ETL integrations, reducing reporting turnaround by 81%
Enhanced Power BI dashboard performance, increasing user engagement by 40%
Led pricing optimization initiatives for a multi-billion dollar healthcare service portfolio, leveraging SQL and SAP S/4HANA to build sophisticated multi-scenario financial models. Collaborated cross-functionally with Product, Legal, and Go-to-Market teams to align payor contract strategy with alternative reimbursement models and value-based care metrics.
Identified and resolved backend processing bottlenecks in Power BI dashboards that were causing significant delays in analytics requests. Implemented SAP and ETL automation solutions to streamline data pipelines, dramatically reducing turnaround times and improving user experience across the organization.
2023-2024
Prudential Financial Newark, NJ
Role
Project Manager
February 2023 - April 2024
Key Achievements
Directed strategic initiatives across enterprise IT portfolio supporting 250+ internal clients
Implemented compliance automation via SAP GRC, reducing manual updates by 35%
Applied operational analytics to optimize annual IT investment planning and eliminate redundant workflows
Led strategic initiatives across enterprise IT portfolio using SAP PPM and Azure DevOps, providing comprehensive project management support for over 250 internal clients. Focused on aligning IT strategy with business objectives through data-driven decision making and process optimization.
Implemented compliance automation solutions via SAP GRC to improve audit-readiness and streamline policy management. Successfully reduced manual updates in TRID policies by 35%, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing compliance risk.
Applied operational analytics to identify inefficiencies in annual IT investment planning processes. Developed strategic recommendations that eliminated redundant workflows and better aligned technology investments with organizational priorities.
2021-2023
United Health Group San Antonio, TX
Role
Business Process/Strategy Analyst
June 2021 - February 2023
Key Achievements
Developed custom financial forecasting model in SAP S/HANA, improving forecasting precision by 25%
Embedded with operations and actuarial teams to identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks
Utilized SAP Signavio Process Intelligence to optimize workflows and reduce redundancies
Developed a custom financial forecasting model in SAP S/HANA to address systemic inaccuracies in revenue projections, significantly improving forecasting precision and supporting better business decision-making across the organization.
Embedded directly with operations and actuarial teams to conduct comprehensive analysis of existing workflows and processes. Identified critical operational bottlenecks and developed strategic recommendations to eliminate redundancies and improve efficiency.
Leveraged SAP Signavio Process Intelligence to map, analyze, and optimize business processes, resulting in streamlined operations and reduced operational costs across multiple business units.
Leadership Experience
2025-Present
Game Grid Lewes, DE
Role
Co-Founder & Managing Director
February 2025 - Present
Key Achievements
Launched sports-tech startup with API-first stat-tracking and scheduling engine for amateur leagues
Grew to 150+ active users in under one year using Firebase, SQL, and role-based admin controls
Designed MVP stat-tracking system enabling real-time data input across 16 basketball teams
Co-founded and launched Game Grid, a comprehensive sports-tech startup providing API-first stat-tracking and scheduling solutions for amateur leagues. Built the platform using modern technologies including Firebase and SQL with sophisticated role-based admin controls.
Led UX strategy development for a gamified "My Player" system featuring dynamic dashboards, comprehensive player KPIs, and detailed matchup history to enhance user engagement and retention.
Designed and launched GameGrid's MVP stat-tracking system from the ground up, enabling real-time data input, live score updates, and automated team/player analytics, successfully serving 16 basketball teams with seamless performance.
2017-2021
NCAA Division I BadmintonRutgers UniversityNew Brunswick, NJ
Role
Head Captain
September 2017 - June 2021
Key Achievements
Led Rutgers to Historic 1st ever Top 3 Placement at National Tournaments
Silver Medal: 2019 National Division I Eastern Collegiate Tournament
Trained a team of 18 players with 5am sessions, endurance conditioning, and team rapport building
Served as Head Captain for Rutgers University's NCAA Division I Badminton team, leading the program to unprecedented success including their first-ever Top 3 placement at National Tournaments.
Achieved historic Silver Medal at the 2019 National Division I Eastern Collegiate Tournament, marking a significant milestone in the program's competitive history and establishing new standards of excellence.
Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for 18 team members, including rigorous 5am training sessions, specialized endurance conditioning, and team-building initiatives that built resilience and fostered strong team rapport.
Skills
Data Analysis & Visualization
- Excel (Advanced: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros)
- Power BI & Tableau
- Microsoft Access
- SAP S/4HANA
Programming & Software
- Java, Python, SQL
- Salesforce, Jira, Git, Bitbucket
- UML, Apache Maven
- Epic Systems
Languages
- Fluent: English, Urdu
- Proficient: Arabic, French, Spanish
Awards & Recognition
2021
Top 5 UnitedHealth Group Central Regional Analyst
Recognized as one of the top 5 performing analysts in the Central Regional division for exceptional performance in business analysis, strategic insights, and operational excellence.
2019-2021
Rutgers University Athlete of The Year
Awarded Rutgers University Athlete of The Year for outstanding athletic performance, leadership, and contribution to the university's sports programs during tenure as Head Captain of the NCAA Division I Badminton team.