Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making

Akshay Sivadas is the co-founder and CEO of Quicware, where he supports startups and small-to-medium businesses in developing software products and building effective teams. With a background in mechanical engineering from the University at Buffalo, he previously worked with manufacturers to enhance operational efficiency by applying ISO standards, lean practices, and six sigma methodologies.

Brittany O'Dea is a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst at Delaware North, a global hospitality company, where she leads the analytics team for the gaming division. In her role, she focuses on evaluating and implementing analytics and data visualization platforms, developing best practices for onboarding and training new analysts. Brittany's background includes serving as the marketing director for one of the largest auction houses in the Buffalo-Niagara region. She holds an MBA from the University at Buffalo, specializing in finance and analytics.On Coursera, Brittany teaches courses such as "Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making" and "Data Analysis and Visualization," aimed at equipping professionals with essential skills for data-driven decision-making. Her expertise in analytics and commitment to fostering a data-centric culture in organizations make her a valuable resource for students looking to enhance their analytical capabilities.