Zhi Qi

· Contribute to a faculty-led research project analyzing the impact of U.S. presidential election days on aviation safety (1964-2024). · Manage and preprocess large-scale NTSB datasets for statistical modeling and time-series analysis. · Conduct hypothesis testing and regression analysis to evaluate operational risk patterns. · Apply Natural Language Processing (NLP) to accident reports to identify recurring themes and contributing factors.

· Founded and registered BASIC UNIT LLC in Michigan as an independent apparel company focused on men's athletic lifestyle wear, with women's product lines currently in development. · Define the brand's positioning to bridge the gap between performance-driven sportswear (e.g., Nike, Adidas) and athleisure-focused brands (e.g., Lululemon, Alo). · Lead end-to-end product development, including market research, fabric selection, fit testing, and design iteration, balancing comfort, everyday wearability, and athletic performance. · Oversee early-stage business operations, including brand strategy, supplier communication, pricing considerations, and go-to-market planning. · Develop apparel designed to transition seamlessly from daily casual wear to professional training and athletic use, emphasizing versatility and functionality.

· Serve as a U.S.-based business partner for a cross-border sportswear and sneaker resale business specializing in athletic apparel, footwear, and streetwear brands. · Monitor U.S. market pricing, product availability, and demand trends, supporting arbitrage and resale decisions across regions. · Coordinate with China-based partners on inventory sourcing, pricing strategy, and timing, leveraging market differences to capture margin opportunities. · Assist with product authentication, logistics coordination, and resale workflow optimization to support efficient secondary-market operations. · Gain hands-on experience in secondary markets, consumer demand analysis, and cross-border collaboration.

· Actively participate in student-led advocacy and public interest initiatives, focusing on environmental protection, consumer rights, and civic engagement. · Support campus outreach and awareness campaigns, engaging students through tabling, discussions, and informational events. · Collaborate with fellow members to promote policy-driven solutions and increase student participation in public-interest causes. · Gain hands-on experience in grassroots organizing, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

· Promoted club events through 200+ physical posters and digital campaigns, increasing attendance by ~30 participants per event. · Delivered career workshops on data science, data analytics, and data architecture, providing 1:1 guidance that helped 4 students secure internships or part-time roles. · Led a data visualization workshop for non-Data Science majors, teaching practical techniques using Excel and Apple Numbers. · Introduced Python fundamentals and visualization concepts; workshop attracted 70+ attendees with strong feedback.

· Analyzed 12,000+ financial records in Excel, identifying 480 data discrepancies and improving reporting accuracy. · Built Excel-based automation to streamline repetitive workflows, reducing processing time by ~8 hours per month. · Presented insurance profit trend analyses to senior leadership, proposing 5 data-driven operational strategies. · Contributed to the implementation of 3 approved recommendations improving efficiency and client outcomes.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Statistics with a minor in Geospatial Science, focusing on statistical analysis, quantitative reasoning, and interdisciplinary problem-solving in a rigorous academic environment.

Completed lower-division coursework in Statistics & Data Science and Geography (GIScience emphasis), building a strong foundation in probability theory, data analysis, spatial analysis, and data visualization. Actively engaged in student organizations and workshops, strengthening technical skills, data communication abilities, and interdisciplinary thinking.

Completed the A-Level curriculum with a strong focus on mathematics and academic competitions, while actively participating in student government, community service, and varsity athletics. Developed analytical thinking, discipline, and teamwork through a balance of rigorous academics and extracurricular involvement.