Data-driven researcher. Business-focused thinker. Lifelong student.

I’m David Wolfe Bender, currently a Business Development Associate and Client Operations Analyst at Chrysalis Global, a full-service consulting firm. I've led major projects, including the aviation industry's largest administrative move in 2024.

🧠 Skills & Tools

Strategic Domains

  • Operational Readiness
  • Forecasting
  • Security Planning
  • Move Management
  • Transition Planning

Analytical Expertise

  • Statistics
  • Research
  • Data Analysis

Technical Proficiency

  • Python
  • R
  • TypeScript
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Google Suite
  • Adobe Suite

Communication and Leadership

  • Public Speaking
  • Logistical Planning
  • Research
  • Writing

🛠️ Notable Projects

  1. Los Angeles International Airport(Los Angeles, CA)

    • Challenge: Coordinate the logistics and operations for a temporary move of 450+ people, equipment, furniture, and specialized items.
    • Solution: Multi-phased move management effort over a six-week period, mitigating operational downtime and security concerns.
    • Impact: Successfully moved all personnel, completing client engagement on time and on budget.

  2. Speedway Signature Event(Indianapolis, IN)

    • Overview: I am the Tournament Director for the Speedway Signature Event, an internationally recognized, high-intensity robotics competition themed to the Indianapolis 500. As Tournament Director, I am in charge of developing an event plan, coordinating event logistics, overseeing a Steering Committee, creating an exciting live production, and handling all aspects of the event's operations. Since starting this role in 2019, the Speedway event has grown in sponsorship revenue and team attendance each year.

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💼 Work

  1. Company
    Chrysalis Global
    Role
    Business Dev. Associate Client Operations Analyst
    Date
  2. Company
    Robotics Education and Competition Foundation
    Role
    Regional Support Specialist
    Date
  3. Company
    Niskanen Center
    Role
    Public Affairs Intern
    Date
  4. Company
    U.S. Government Accountability Office
    Role
    Intern, Office of Public Affairs
    Date

🎓 Education

  1. Institution
    Indiana University — Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering
    Master of Science (Data Science)
  2. Institution
    Indiana University
    Bachelor of Arts (Economics, Political Science, and Journalism)
  3. Institution
    Park Tudor School
    Secondary School Degree

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