Rick Xiu
About Rick Xiu
Rick Xiu is a Business Analyst specializing in Trade Development, currently working at Breakthru Beverage Group in Toronto. He has a strong background in data analysis and has held various analytical roles across multiple industries, including logistics and consumer packaged goods.
Current Role at Breakthru Beverage Group
Rick Xiu serves as a Business Analyst in Trade Development at Breakthru Beverage Group. He has been in this position since 2020, contributing to the company's analytical capabilities in the beverage industry. His role involves leveraging data analysis to support trade initiatives and enhance business performance.
Previous Experience in Analytics
Rick Xiu has accumulated diverse experience in analytics across various companies. He worked at DHL Express as an Analyst in Marketing Analytics for seven months in 2019 and later as a Pricing Analyst for nine months from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he held the position of Revenue Management Analyst at Diageo for six months in 2020. His earlier role included a Business Development Associate Intern at iMerciv Inc. from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Rick Xiu holds an Honor Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Statistics and Economics from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Management Analytics from the Smith School of Business at Queen's University in 2022. He is also a CFA Level III candidate, having been enrolled at the CFA Institute since 2018.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Rick Xiu possesses strong technical skills in data manipulation and analysis. He is proficient in using tools such as MS SQL, Power BI, and Excel VBA Macro. Additionally, he is skilled in programming languages R and Python, which enhances his ability to analyze large data sets effectively.
Industry Experience and Adaptability
Rick Xiu has over three years of experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and Logistics industries. His career reflects a demonstrated adaptability, successfully transitioning across various analytical roles in different sectors. This versatility has equipped him with a broad understanding of analytical practices in diverse business environments.