Data Analysis and Visualization

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.

Peter Baumgartner is the Operational Excellence Director at the University at Buffalo's The Center for Industrial Effectiveness (TCIE), where he specializes in Lean Six Sigma methodologies. As a Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, he has successfully led numerous process improvement projects across various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and finance, achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. He holds a Master’s degree in Applied Statistics from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo.In his role at UB TCIE, Baumgartner focuses on developing others' potential through training in Lean and Six Sigma principles. He teaches courses such as "Data Analysis and Visualization" and "Data-Driven Process Improvement" on Coursera, equipping students with essential skills for effective data-driven decision-making in their organizations.