CHRIS MORAN

Data Analyst | Transforming Raw Data into Actionable Insights

FEATURED PROJECTS

Bellabeat: Fitness Tracker Usage Analysis in R

Explored smart device data to uncover user behavior patterns in activity, sleep, and calorie burn. Delivered actionable insights via interactive visualizations.

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Claims Diary Merger: Excel Automation Tool

Built a dynamic Excel dashboard merging diary tasks from two claims systems using VLOOKUP and pivot tables

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Moon Fraction: NFL Performance Analysis

Investigating lunar correlations with NFL game outcomes using R data analysis and statistical methods.

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Summary

Transitioning from a successful career in insurance claims adjusting to data analysis, leveraging a Bachelor's in Finance, a Google Data Analytics certification, and hands-on experience analyzing injury and claims data to drive data-informed insights.

Core Competencies

  • • Leveraging technology to drive insights and efficiency
  • • Researching and analyzing information to solve problems
  • • Communicating complex ideas effectively to diverse stakeholders
  • • Delivering accurate results under tight deadlines
  • • Proactive pursuit of continuous learning and skill development

Skills

Spreadsheets
SQL
R and R Studio
Python
Tableau
Data Visualization
Forecasting
Pattern Recognition
Fraud Detection

Professional Experience

Meemic Insurance, MI

Claims Specialist - Bodily Injury Claims | September 2021 – Current

  • Serve as our team subject matter expert for time-limited demand handling procedures and new claim software integrations
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to analyze complex injury claims, identifying patterns to support pre-litigation settlements
  • Negotiate pre-litigation settlements with attorneys, averting costly disputes
  • Review insurance policies and analyze claims to determine coverage
  • Conducted thorough analysis of claims data to detect fraud patterns and trends
  • Evaluate injury and claim data to assess fair settlement values

Progressive Insurance, MI

Claims Generalist Associate | October 2013 – May 2016

Medical Rep Intermediate | May 2016 – October 2017

Medical Rep Large Loss | October 2017 – March 2019

Senior Medical and Litigation Rep | March 2019 – September 2021

  • Developed machine learning proof-of-concept model for accurate injury reserve forecasting
  • Implemented streamlined large-loss reserving process, enhancing team efficiency
  • Coordinated with management, attorneys, and other third parties to settle complex, litigated claims
  • Independently troubleshot and addressed claim discrepancies, minimizing escalations
  • Delivered prompt, empathetic service to insureds, building trust and satisfaction

Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Several Locations, IL and IN

Management Assistant | December 2010 – October 2013

  • Managed high-volume daily customer inquiries and complaints professionally
  • Completed Enterprise's 'Best Person' leadership program at Midway Airport, honing management skills
  • Effectively solved problems as they arose

FedEx Freight East, Chicago Heights, IL

Dock Associate | July 2003 – February 2009

  • Routed shipments in response to customer requests and company needs
  • Coordinated with freight dispatchers to expedite shipments
  • Forecasted equipment needs via workload and equipment analysis, supporting seamless operations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Finance, Purdue University Northwest, Hammond, IN | 2007

Certifications

Google Data Analytics Specialization, Coursera | October 2025

Get in Touch

I'm excited to connect and discuss how my skills can contribute to your data analytics needs. Connect with me on LinkedIn.