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Keiana Samoy

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Pasadena, CA 91109

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Keiana Samoy

Business Analyst

Biography

Keiana Samoy is a Business Analyst at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), where she generates data-driven insights for the Mobility and Robotic Systems Section. Her role encompasses business administration, operations, financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting. In addition to these responsibilities, Keiana serves as a Project Schedule Analyst for two of JPL's internal investment projects: ENGAGE and Chopper. She is also a passionate advocate for expanding opportunities in STEM, particularly for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Education

  • M.S. Computational Data Analytics, Georgia Institute of Technology (Present)
  • B.S. Business Analytics & Honors in Business, California State University, Northridge (2023)

Professional Experience

  • NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA - June 2022 to Present
    • Business Analyst (Mobility & Robotics, May 2023 to Present)
    • Year-round Business Operations Intern (Mobility & Robotics, August 2022 to May 2023)
    • Summer Business Operations Intern (Autonomous Systems Division, June 2022 to August 2022)
  • Research Fellow - Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM, Northridge, CA - January 2022 to May 2023

Research Interests

  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Science & Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis

Awards

  • JPL Team Award - 347 High Profile Visits, September 2024
    • In recognition of outstanding contributions to ensuring 347's FY24 high profile visits & workshops were executed seamlessly and successfully.
  • JPL Team Award - Division 34 Investment Showcase, September 2024
    • In recognition of outstanding contributions to the Division 34 (Autonomous Systems) Showcase, ensuring a successful executed event.
  • JPL Team Award - JPL Holiday Party, December 2023
    • For exceptional planning and execution of the inaugural JPL "Holiday on the Arroyo" party.
  • JPL Team Award - Special Events 3417 Business Team, September 2023
    • For hosting and providing logistical support for two high visibility events (DARPA NOMAD and DARTS) with over 120 attendees from JPL, government agencies, and guests from around the world.
  • 347 NOVA Award - Space Camp, August 2023
    • For designing and successfully executing the section's pilot run of Space Camp by engaging 90+ interns, guiding small group discussions, and participating on panels.