Sam Layman

Dependable, attentive professional with a background in high-volume, public-facing work, from a historic public market to busy restaurant and cafe floors, and a proven record of reliability, composure under pressure, and clear communication. Comfortable working with cash, technology, and diverse members of the public. Seeking a 2nd-shift Security Associate role at the Taft Museum of Art, helping keep guests, staff, and the collection safe.

Data Scientist – Health and Wellness at 84.51° (2024-01 – 2026-02)

• Delivered daily reporting reliably and met strict deadlines within a collaborative team environment.
• Trusted to build and maintain a Power BI dashboard used by senior leadership to inform key business decisions.
• Troubleshot and resolved workflow issues for internal teams and external partners, keeping daily operations running smoothly.

Academic Coach at University of Cincinnati – Learning Commons (2022-08 – 2022-11)

• Met one-on-one with first-year students, communicating clearly and offering supportive, professional guidance.
• Managed and optimized students' weekly schedules to balance productivity and time management.

Server at Drunken Tacos (2021-08 – 2022-03)

• Managed a 6–8 table section, balancing multiple guest requests at once with a sense of urgency and a calm demeanor.
• Coordinated with back-of-house and support staff to keep service safe, efficient, and seamless.

Grocer at ETC Produce & Provisions, Findlay Market (2020-08 – 2021-08)

Worked in a busy public market, staying attentive and helpful through high-traffic weekend crowds of locals and tourists.

• Processed rapid cash and card transactions with accuracy and secure cash-handling practices.
• Maintained a clean, organized retail space and monitored product quality and display.

Barista at Starbucks (2020-01 – 2020-08)

• Maintained quality and order accuracy through peak morning rushes while engaging a diverse customer base.
• Resolved customer issues immediately; operated POS systems and followed cash handling procedures.

Master of Science in Applied Economics – University of Cincinnati (2023-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Economics – University of Cincinnati (2022-12)