Ariana Novak

Experience

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  University of Waterloo

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Data Analyst

  Developed and interpreted code to analyze Canadian health data.Researched national and provincial trends and preformed comparative analysis.Worked with large data sets and used programming tools such as Visual Basic and C + + to eliminate outliers.

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  RBC

  Jun 2010 - Dec 2010

  Customer Service Representative

  Developed advanced knowledge of banking operations and fostered positive client relationships by presenting pleasant and polished service.

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  Trimac Transportation

  Dec 2010 - Feb 2013

  Pricing Analyst

  Work with excel, impromptu, and cognos to understand the profitability of current business, and to create future profitable ratesPresent weekly, monthly, and yearly reports which analyzes current business to senior managementComplete detailed analysis of financial statements and routinely conduct process improvement projects.

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  Be Yoga

  Sept 2012 - Sept 2018

  Yoga Instructor

  Contributed to creating a beautiful community of powerful people. Taught different styles of yoga, meditation & breath work. Led workshops on growth and transformational change.

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  Sun Life Financial

  Feb 2013 - Feb 2020

  As a Lean Solutions Consultant my main objective is to: Lead transformation and improve customer service; as well as eliminate waste through value stream and management system designs.My competencies are as follows:Drives for change through a strong ability to influence business partners and execute ideas Communicates openly and directly to prioritize work deliverables and competing prioritiesOperates with a strong understanding of the economics linking inputs to outputs and the value proposition of any work undertakenBuilds context by pushing beyond "how things are done" to understand "why" and uncover the underlying principles shaping the businessOptimizes operational productivity (eliminate waste, refine staffing models, off-shoring, etc.) and management system effectiveness (value stream alignment, continuous improvement, etc.)Excels in an ambiguous environment, developing structure and yielding consensus with a diverse client groupCreates and maintains strong relationships across the organization at all levels Show less Responsible for understanding business processes in order to research, analyze, interpret and advise managers on findings of analysis Provide support to Canadian Operations staff requesting assistance on understanding and interpreting data for decision making Work directly with business leaders to shape analytical direction and providing recommendations to the businessDevelop analysis and reporting tools to support leaders' accurate and timely assessment of productivity and customer service opportunities in the method that best supports the business.Participate in the technical design, development, and testing of analysis/reports and in the creation of user documentation and processes Participate in the technical design, development, and testing of analysis/reports and in the creation of user documentation and processesUse SQL, Microsoft suite tools, Access, and Minitab to manipulate & represent analytical findings Show less

  • Sr. Lean Solutions Consultant

    Dec 2015 - Feb 2020

  • Sr. Analytics Consultant

    Feb 2014 - Feb 2020

  • Business Data Analyst

    Feb 2013 - Sept 2018
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  GoodLife Fitness

  Jun 2016 - Sept 2018

  Yoga Instructor

  Led 100's of attendees through experiences of mind body connection. Contributed to building & uplifting community through health and wellness.

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  Hustl + Flow

  Sept 2018 - now

  Co-Owner of Hustl + Flow & Yoga Lead

  The role includes finding the appropriate teachers to raise the vibration and vision of the studio, as well as leading, inspiring, and helping the yoga teachers grow into their greatest potential - while working through obstacles and the vulnerabilities that go along with leading 100's of people through physical & energetic movement practices. Critical decision making on how the business should move, shift, grow, and change. Developed programming and unique experiences continuously for the growing community. Represented the community throughout the larger Kitchener-Waterloo community. Show less

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  Lululemon

  Apr 2019 - now

  Lululemon Ambassador
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  Why Not Wonder

  Feb 2020 - now

  Workplace Wellness & Goal Coach

  Founder of Why Not Wonder. Ariana is the founder of a platform that works with organizations to create a supportive and healthy work culture through coaching & mindset practices including meditation, reflection, & live workshops.