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Overview
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Gaige J. Deaton

Gaige J. Deaton

Fayetteville

Summary

Versatile and detail-oriented student with experience in SQL, Java, Python, R, Tableau, and Excel for data analysis and problem-solving. Quick to adapt to new technologies and challenges, with strong critical thinking and teamwork skills. Able to break down complex data into clear insights to support better decision-making. Passionate about learning, improving processes, and finding efficient solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Todd Woods
09.2020 - 10.2021

Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items while maintaining food safety standards and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Rec Basketball Official

Chelsea Day
10.2021 - 06.2022

Officiated recreational basketball games, enforcing rules, ensuring fair play, and managing game flow. Also worked the recreational facility daycare as a mentor when needed.

Delivery Driver

Doordash
03.2024 - Current

I delivered food and essentials as a DoorDash driver, ensuring timely and accurate orders while navigating local routes efficiently.

Volunteer

Five.12 Foundation Food Pantry
- 04.2022

Packed food for a foundation that feeds Title 1 schools.

Volunteer

Men's Basketball Statistician
10.2022 - 03.2023

I used excel to analyze in-game statistics, which I then applied to create strategic game plans and detailed game recaps for team analysis.

Volunteer

Hillside Auditorium Roof
02.2024 - 03.2024

I removed invasive species and cared for desired plants on the Hillside Auditorium rooftop at the University of Arkansas, maintaining its green space.

Education

University of Arkansas - Data Science

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05.2027

High School Graduate -

John Hersey High School
Arlington Heights, IL
05.2023

Skills

  • Python
  • R
  • Java
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Tableau Software
  • SQL Software
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Positive attitude

Activities And Acknowledgements

  • Theranos Case Study (10/23)

Conducted an in-depth group case study analyzing the downfall of Theranos, evaluating key business failures, ethical concerns, and financial mismanagement.


  • NBA Data Analysis Project (12/23)

Processed and analyzed a large dataset of NBA statistics (1990s–2020s) using programming languages, generating a detailed report, presentation, and video summarizing key trends and insights.


  • Stock Market Prediction Project (02/24)

Utilized coding and data analysis techniques to examine multiple stock market datasets, identifying trends and making predictive models, culminating in a group report and presentation.


  • Lending Club Loan Analysis (04/24)

Conducted exploratory data analysis on a large Lending Club dataset, refining and visualizing key financial variables related to fully paid loans to create a comprehensive report and presentation.


  • Tableau Natural Disaster Project (12/24)

Utilized Tableau to visualize and analyze global natural disaster data, identifying patterns and trends in disaster frequency, impact, and geographic distribution to create an interactive dashboard and report.


Timeline

Delivery Driver

Doordash
03.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Hillside Auditorium Roof
02.2024 - 03.2024

Volunteer

Men's Basketball Statistician
10.2022 - 03.2023

Rec Basketball Official

Chelsea Day
10.2021 - 06.2022

Cook

Todd Woods
09.2020 - 10.2021

Volunteer

Five.12 Foundation Food Pantry
- 04.2022

University of Arkansas - Data Science

University of Arkansas

High School Graduate -

John Hersey High School
Gaige J. Deaton