RODDAR

ROD   SARDARI

A blend array of [BI analyst, GIS lecturer, photographer, marathon runner].

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYST

As a member of the City of Plano's GIS and Business Intelligence (BI) team, I have collaborated with diverse city departments to analyze, visualize, and refine data, ensuring the highest quality of information is available for analysis. This BI position involves streamlining data processes by leveraging tools like Tableau Prep, providing clear, actionable insights through dynamic and interactive visual dashboards that drive decision-making and support the city's strategic goals.

UTD

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD)

The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS)

Parallel to my analytical pursuits, I am also nurturing the next wave of GIS and data professionals as an instructor at the University of Texas at Dallas. Here, I get to impart the intricacies of spatial data science, emphasizing practical skills that will empower my students to leave a significant impact in the rapidly evolving world of geographic information systems.

PHOTOGRAPHY & RUNNING

Photography and running are my meditations to clear my mind! Through the lens of the camera and the stride of my run, I explore the world from different perspectives, capturing fleeting moments of beauty and enduring the rigor of long-distance runs.