Matthew Altman

Matthew Altman

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  • About me

    Data Analyst

  • Education

    • Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

      2014 - 2017
      Master's degree Jewish Professional Studies with a concentration in Jewish Education
    • Northwestern University

      2006 - 2010
      Bachelor of Science Communication Studies

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Epsilon Pi, Hillel Communication studies is a focus of how individuals work and interact with each other in a variety of settings, ranging from relationships to organizations to friendships. Focused in relationship and organizational communication, with an area of concentration in mathematics.

  • Experience

    • Armstrong, Fleming, and Moore Financial Advisors

      Jun 2007 - Aug 2007
      Intern

      Transferred information to a new database on Microsoft Access, correcting errors in the program Provided administrative support assistance

    • GO Adventure Sports

      Jun 2008 - Aug 2008
      Adventure Facilitator

      Managed a zip line for corporate groupsCounseled campers in overcoming their fears of rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, caving, and biking.

    • CIVICUS

      Jun 2009 - Oct 2009
      Intern/Researcher

      Conducted research online on government contactsManaged database of contacts for selling serviceAssisted in administrative operations for quarterly briefing

    • Shimer College

      Nov 2010 - Sept 2011
      Admission Database Manager

      Managed Shimer admission database through Enrollment RX (a division of Salesforce)Managed communication flow with prospective studentsWorked with prospective students throughout process to aid in their admission to ShimerDeveloped and refined database to be more effective and efficientManaged student workers program through work study

    • Roosevelt University

      Oct 2011 - May 2012
      Admission Counselor

      Guided individuals through process from application to enrollment.Part of communication, social media, outreach, and file processing team - led team meetings.Gave and developed presentations for large group toursMonitored trends in social media to best reach and communicate with users.Collaborated with graduate faculty to modify and revamp graduate admissions.

    • Obama for America

      Jun 2012 - Nov 2012
      State Digital Lead at Obama for Illinois

      Managed all digital communication for state wide office, including Twitter, Facebook, and Blog. Created original content for the campaign.Contacted and connected with supporters throughout Illinois.Served as personal assistant to state digital media director.

    • Am Shalom

      May 2013 - Oct 2021
      Technology Specialist

      Served as sole technology specialist for the organization—managing and upgrading database, analyzing data to support decision making, handling tech issues, and working with providers.Transitioned website and database to ShulCloud, an online database system. Created custom programming for website to address new concerns and unlock features.Created innovative evaluation system using data analytics, which led to better class placement in the Hebrew School and fewer students switching classes than ever before; realized greater client satisfaction and higher retention rates. Built Python-based computer program using linear programming to efficiently assign optimal B’nai Mitzvah dates that maximized 80+ students’ preferences annually.Compiled Guide to ShulCloud database, website, and other tech issues to help office function completely without an in person tech manager.Steered seamless transition to remote work for the entire organization during pandemic. Transitioned services from in person to zoom and to our streaming provider, maintaining similar levels of attendance despite pandemic.Tracked and visualized virtual attendance rates to drive scheduling and programming decisions.Created and built high holy days spreadsheet to track numbers, analyze RSVPs and report projected attendance in real time.Updated and revamped audio and visual system to one that is customizable, easy to use, and works seamlessly with streaming. Set up zoom accounts, managed zoom meetings, set up security infrastructure, and taught office how to use zoom effectively; compiled zoom usage and hosting guides; oversaw events.Replaced technology vendor to drive lower costs and improve customer support.Previously served as Director of Youth Programming Show less

    • Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation

      Jul 2013 - Mar 2014
      Executive Assistant

      Serve as executive assistant to Mr. Larry Goodman, Owner and Manager of the Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation as well as American Asset Management Services.

    • CIBC

      Aug 2022 - now
      Data Management Analyst
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python

      Coursera
      Jun 2013
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