Elaine Bellucci is a private practice consultant based in Southern California. She has over 20 years of experience in creating data and information solutions for industries ranging from governmental agencies and corporations, to start-up companies and individual researchers.

In addition to her technical expertise, Elaine possesses a talent for conveying statistical concepts and results in a way that people can intuitively understand.

Elaine's love of numbers began in elementary school where she placed in regional and statewide mathematics competitions. She attended University of California, Riverside, as a National Science Foundation Scholar, where she earned a B.S. in Statistics with a minor in Quantitative Management, Accounting. Elaine continues her studies while raising her family and growing her business. She is completing her graduate studies in statistics online with Texas A & M University. GO AGGIES!

Elaine is a member of The American Statistical Association as well as many other professional organizations. She is also a member of the Mensa High IQ Society. Elaine is also a member in good standing with the Better Business Bureau.

Current areas of interest include bootstrapping techniques, Markov Chain theory, and modeling odd or "everyday" concepts with regression analysis.

When she isn't crunching numbers you can find Elaine on her fishing boat, in her vegetable garden, playing her violin, or cooking.

Curriculum Vitae

Feel free to peruse my training and qualfications, or click on a category below to jump to that section:

Education/Honors/Professional Memberships
Statistical Abilities
Computer/Programming Abilities
Professional Accomplishments

Education/Honors/Professional Memberships:
Graduate studies, Applied Statistics, Texas A&M University.

University of California, Riverside, Major: B.S., Statistics, with minor in Quantitative Management, Accounting.

National Science Foundation Scholar.
Member Omicron Delta Kappa
Member of Mensa High I.Q. Society
Member The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics
Member American Statistical Association
Member Society of Actuaries
National Science Foundation Scholar
Member Better Business Bureau

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Statistical Abilities:

Modeling/Simulation:Numerical methods, maximum likelihood estimation, EM methods, optimization, bootstrap techniques, simulation and construction of statistical models.

Regression Analysis: Definition, fitting, inference, prediction, and interpretation of linear regression models. Variable selection, residual and influential diagnostics, transformations on response, generalized least squares and weighted least squares, derived predictors (polynomial regression, log transformation, indicator variables, etc.), multicollinearity. Multiple regression analysis including standard, stepwise, and hierarchical regression models. Logistic regression, Bayesian regression, non-parametric regression.

Sampling Surveys: Simple random sampling. Stratified sampling. Cluster sampling. Ratio and regression estimates. Random response, capture-recapture and jackknife techniques. Survey design with a focus on reliability and validity. Likert and other item-response scale development and analysis.

Mathematical Probability: Statistical regularity, probability spaces. Fundamental theorems in discrete probability. Bayes' theorem. Random variables; densities and distribution functions. Continuous distributions. Transformations of random variables. Central limit theorem. Distributions of sample statistics. Statistical inference; estimation, hypothesis testing. Chi-Square tests. Sequential inference. Decision theory. Nonparametric methods. Correlation.

Design and Analysis of Experiments: ANOVA including: Model assessment, Multiple comparison, Choice of sample size, Nonparametric alternative, Nonnormal response, transformation. Randomized complete block design, The Latin Square design, Balanced incomplete block design, Factorial design including analysis and unbalanced data, 2k design, Random effects models, Nested Designs, Split- plot designs and variations, MANOVA, ANCOVA, MANCOVA, repeated measure, regression, time- series, Kaplan-Meier and survival analysis.

Nonparametric Techniques: Randomization tests. Rank tests. Methods of association. Distribution-free tests.

Quality Control/Improvements: Deming's 14 points for management, Six Sigma theory and application, Taguchi method, graphical methods, fishbone diagram, Pareto analysis, control charts for attributes and variables, custom and moving average charts, process capability, economic design, acceptance sampling, parameter design, tolerance design, reliability, hazard rate, censoring, accelerated life testing.

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Computer/Programming Abilities:

Statistical programming and software:

SAS, Minitab, R, SPSS, STATA, MATLAB, LISREL, HLM, PASS: Data analysis and statistical inference including input, output, and editing of data; advanced graphical procedures; descriptive statistics; cross- tabulation; inferential statistical techniques including estimation and testing; linear models (regression and analysis of variance), multivariate techniques, and SAS macros.

Other programming and software:

C++ programming: Structured programming of various algorithms using the C++ object-oriented language. Design of variables, expressions, nput/output (I/O), branches, loops, functions, parameters, arrays, strings, file I/O, and classes. In addition to design, able to perform testing and debugging of existing program code.

(X)HTML programming: Web page and site design, Search Engine optimization (SEO) techniques, update and maintenance of existing sites.

All Microsoft software applications including programming using:
-- Excel: Extensive experience in the use of Excel software utilities, including macros.
-- Access: Data base design for inventory control, contact management, and/or report generation with optimized data mining/query performance. Creation of user-friendly forms to enhance data entry. Design of custom macros and functions. Data analysis with pivot tables and charts, descriptive statistics, scheduling and batch analysis.

QuickBooks: All aspects of software usage including account management, billing/invoicing, report generation.

Statistician, Private Practice, Bellucci Company LLC, Murrieta, CA.

Previously:

University of California, Riverside, Ca.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT INTERNSHIP/ENTOMOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Assisted faculty with laboratory, field, and greenhouse research, including: maintenance and propagation of plants for use in experiments; conducting laboratory bioassays and chemical analyses; census and identification of insects collected from plants grown in the field. Conducted extensive fieldwork in study set-up, including digging trenches and installation of insect cages. Developed Excel spreadsheet to store and calculate various quantitative information. Performed statistical analyses of information collected.

San Bernardino County, Ca.
SUPERVISOR/SUPERIOR COURT
Supervised and planned work of 8 regular and 3 temporary employees in the Document Control Department. Hired and trained new employees. Monitored work and implemented strategies to save time, boost morale, and increase the effectiveness of the department.

DATA TECHNCIAN/ MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION SERVICES
Data management of hospital billing. Troubleshooting and correction of account charges. Design and compilation of various reports as requested utilizing data base information. Assisted personnel in other departments with various billing and computer problems. Maintained paper, microfiche and computer files. Completed special projects as assigned.

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER/AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER
Liaison between department and public. Maintained data for the following County and State programs: Apiary, Gypsy Moth, Quarantine Rejection, Nursery, Seed, and Fruit and Nut Crop Acreage. Using data base information, prepared and submitted ten monthly reports to the State of California. Performed other projects as requested.

TCI Design Center, Corona, Ca.
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER/CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Performed all administrative and clerical functions necessary to operate the customer service department including, but not limited to, inventory, purchase of materials, job-order, process, and operations costing, scheduling of work, forecasting future work needs, invoicing of work completed, customer contact and problem solving. Compiled weekly and monthly reports, as well as various accounting statements. Responsible for 4-man crew. With application of managerial accounting and budgeting techniques, minimized the costs of department operations. Performed data mining techniques to extract relevant information for reporting and decision making purposes.

Pacific Bell, Bakersfield, Ca.
SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/RESIDENCE TELEPHONE ORDER CENTER
Provided assistance to new and existing customers regarding residential telephone service. Annoyance Call Specialist and Unbilled Toll Charges Specialist. Utilization of data research techniques to solve call annoyance problems and recover funds. Sales Committee member. Received outstanding performance and customer service commendations.

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