Ta'keda Eastern
About Ta'keda Eastern
Ta'keda Eastern is a Senior ESG Analyst with a strong background in environmental engineering and sustainability. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering and has worked in various roles focused on sustainability and data analysis.
Work at SAIA
Currently, Ta'keda Eastern serves as a Senior ESG Analyst at Saia Inc. since 2022. In this role, Eastern focuses on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, contributing to the company's sustainability efforts. The position involves analyzing data and developing strategies to enhance the company's ESG performance.
Education and Expertise
Ta'keda Eastern holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering from Mercer University, completed in 2019. Eastern furthered their education by earning a Master of Science in the same field from the University of California, Riverside in 2022. Additionally, an Associate of Science in Physics was obtained from Atlanta Metropolitan State College in 2016.
Background
Ta'keda Eastern has a diverse professional background in sustainability and environmental engineering. Prior to joining Saia Inc., Eastern worked at UPS as a Corporate Environmental & Sustainability Supervisor and as a Plant Engineering Environmental Compliance Supervisor. Previous roles also include positions at Veritiv Corporation and CH2M, where Eastern gained experience in data collection and sustainability management.
Achievements
During their career, Ta'keda Eastern has implemented streamlined data collection tools and processes for executive-level presentations. Eastern has also built multiple PowerBI reports to inform strategy and business decisions. Additionally, they created sustainability-focused marketing materials, including the inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report and ESG assessments, demonstrating a commitment to advancing sustainability initiatives.
Professional Involvement
Ta'keda Eastern has actively participated in professional organizations, including serving as the Region III Finance Chair for the National Society of Black Engineers in 2018. This role involved managing financial operations and supporting the organization's mission to promote diversity in engineering.