Alexandra Baptiste
About Alexandra Baptiste
Alexandra Baptiste is a Business Insights Manager at Merit America, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in data analytics and policy, with experience at Advance Illinois and other organizations, and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University.
Work at Merit America
Alexandra Baptiste has been serving as the Business Insights Manager at Merit America since 2021. In this role, she focuses on leveraging data to drive insights that support the organization's mission. Her responsibilities include analyzing business performance and providing strategic recommendations based on data trends. Her tenure at Merit America has contributed to the organization's ability to make informed decisions and enhance its operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Advance Illinois
Prior to her current role, Baptiste held multiple positions at Advance Illinois. She worked as a Policy and Communications Fellow for one year from 2013 to 2014, where she contributed to policy development and communication strategies. She then served as a Policy/Data Analytics Associate from 2015 to 2018, focusing on data analysis and policy evaluation. Baptiste also held the position of Senior Data Analytics Associate for eight months in 2018 and worked as a Policy Analyst for nine months in 2015.
Consulting Role at Dau Designs
Since 2018, Alexandra Baptiste has worked as a Data Visualization Consultant at Dau Designs. In this capacity, she applies her expertise in data visualization to create clear and impactful visual representations of data. Her work supports clients in understanding complex data sets and making data-driven decisions. This role complements her analytical skills and enhances her ability to communicate insights effectively.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Baptiste earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Princeton University, where she studied Comparative Politics and African American Studies. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in policy analysis and data analytics. Baptiste possesses advanced skills in software tools such as Tableau, ArcGis, and Excel, which she utilizes to perform data analysis and visualization tasks.
Background in Education Policy
Baptiste has significant experience in the education policy sector. Her roles have involved working with various organizations focused on educational improvement and policy advocacy. This background has equipped her with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the education system, allowing her to contribute effectively to policy discussions and data-driven initiatives.