Sidney Thomas

Sidney Thomas

Doctoral Candidate

Louisiana Tech University

Biography

Hey there! My name is Sidney Thomas I am an Advanced Analytics Senior Consultant at Allstate, specializing in People Analytics. My work involves using data to drive strategic decisions that optimize organizational performance. With a B.S. in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and currently pursuing a doctoral degree in the same field, I have extensive knowledge and experience in applying psychological principles and data analytics to solve complex business problems. Throughout my career, I have worked with organizations across various industries to improve talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and overall workforce optimization. My expertise in advanced analytics and data visualization has allowed me to effectively communicate insights to executives, business leaders, and HR professionals to drive informed decision-making. I am highly proficient in statistical programs and languages like R, Tableau, SQL, Python, and Shell, enabling me to manipulate and analyze large sets of data with ease. My ability to combine analytical skills with technical expertise enables me to create custom analytical solutions that meet the specific needs of my clients. In addition to my work at Allstate, I have experience with research and have presented at various industry conferences. My passion for advancing the field of Industrial-Organizational Psychology has led me to join professional organizations like SIOP and participate in continuous learning through many data and statistics courses. Overall, I am a highly skilled and experienced professional who brings a unique blend of expertise in psychology, data analytics, and business strategy to every project I undertake. My proficiency in statistical programs and languages makes me a valuable asset in solving complex business problems using data-driven approaches.

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Interests
  • People analytics
  • Diversity, equity, & inclusion
  • Organizational change management
  • Employee motivation
  • Leadership and decision making
Education
  • Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, 2023 (tentative)

    Louisiana Tech University

  • M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, 2022

    Louisiana Tech University

  • B.S. in Psychology, 2019

    Louisiana State University

Skills

R
Statistics
Python

Experience

 
 
 
 
 
Advanced Analytics Senior Consultant
People Analytics @ Allstate
Apr 2022 – Present Remote
 
 
 
 
 
Director
AROS Consulting
May 2021 – May 2022 Ruston, LA

Responsibilities include:

  • Set the tone, vision, and overall mission of AROS
  • Initiation and implementation of an organizational transformation
  • Solicit and assess the needs of individuals through a competency survey; use results to inform project staffing and acquisition
  • Administer, score, and share results of annual climate survey; discuss and implement changes as necessary
 
 
 
 
 
Subject Matter Expert (Contract)
SkillSource Learning Partners
Mar 2020 – Aug 2020 San Francisco, CA (Remote)

Responsibilities include:

  • Piloted a virtual project for Amazon.com, Inc.
  • Rated interpersonal skills by listening to audio recording and transcripts
 
 
 
 
 
Project Lead
AROS Consulting
Sep 2019 – May 2022 Ruston, LA

Responsibilities include:

  • Assessment services: business development strategy research and creation of an assessment center for public safety personnel
  • State education dashboard: building of a dashboard in RMarkdown of annual teacher retention report for Kansas education department
  • University climate survey: developed and administered a climate survey; conducted focus groups/interviews; analyzed quantitative data to find climate trends, created a codebook for best practices in analyzing qualitative data
  • External evaluation of NSF grant: managed a team of three; coordinated with project investigators; gathered and analyzed work done by project team; wrote a technical report to document project processes and findings, evaluated and formative feedback; presented results to grant team

Accomplish­ments

Inclusive Excellence Advisory Council
Campus Life Foundation Award for Service
Tom Dutton Service Award
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Leadership LSU
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