Yan Qi
About Yan Qi
Yan Qi is a Senior Analyst in Advanced Analytics at Ally with a background in business analytics and sports marketing.
Current Role at Ally
Yan Qi is currently serving as a Senior Analyst in Advanced Analytics at Ally. In this role, which began in 2023, he is responsible for utilizing advanced analytics to drive strategic insights and decision-making. The position is based remotely with an office in Lewisville. His expertise in analytics is pivotal in supporting Ally's business objectives through data-driven solutions.
Previous Positions at Discover Financial Services
Before joining Ally, Yan Qi worked at Discover Financial Services as a Modeler. He held this position for nine months, from 2022 to 2023, in a remote capacity. In this role, he focused on using statistical models to predict and analyze financial trends and customer behaviors, contributing to strategic decision-making within the company.
Education and Academic Background
Yan Qi holds a Master of Science (MS) in Business Analytics from SMU Cox School of Business, where he studied from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Sport Marketing and Management with minors in Coaching, Marketing, and Business from Indiana University Bloomington between 2015 and 2019. His robust educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both business and analytical skills.
Professional Experience in Data and Analytics
Yan Qi has held various roles in data and analytics across multiple companies. In 2022, he worked as a Data Analyst at Condire Investors, LLC for five months in Dallas, Texas. He also served as an IT Asset & Data Management Intern at SAP in Pennsylvania for six months in 2021. Additionally, he was a Marketing Analytics & Operation Coordinator at Indiana University Bloomington for four months in 2021. These roles have honed his skills in data management and analytics.
Sales and Marketing Roles
Yan Qi has a diverse background in sales and marketing roles. From 2019 to 2020, he was an Inside Sales Consultant for both the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans, achieving an impressive annual goal completion rate of 217% during the NBA/NFL season. Earlier, he worked at Learfield IMG College as a Properties Assistant from 2017 to 2019 in Bloomington, Indiana Area. These roles demonstrate his capability in sales and his understanding of the sports marketing industry.