Tharunika Ashok Kumar is a versatile professional with a strong background in research, data analytics, and project management. Currently serving as a Research Analyst at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Tharunika contributes significantly to the LL-DCN lab by managing data, conducting statistical analyses, and interpreting research results. Prior experience includes a Technical Process and Operations Management Co-op at Bose Corporation, where Tharunika enhanced quality management, and a Supply Chain Data Analyst Co-op at ITT Inc., where innovative applications were developed to improve competitive intelligence. Additionally, Tharunika participated in the Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Summer Program, gaining insights into financial services and investment banking. Educational qualifications consist of an MBA and a Bachelor's in Management Information Systems from the Rochester Institute of Technology, complemented by a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Vellore Institute of Technology.