A/SAKASAMSON
Banking operations · Project management · Business building

I build data-driven systems,better workflows, and businesses that can grow.

I’m Samson Assefa, a project and operations professional who enjoys turning ideas into organized, practical systems.

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What I do

Different roles. The same focus on getting things done.

My experience covers project management, analytics, operations, management, and entrepreneurship. In every role, I focus on making the work clearer and more organized.

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Wells Fargo · Branch Operations Coordinator (Offer Accepted)

Accepted an offer for a Branch Operations Coordinator position in Falls Church, Virginia; onboarding and pre-employment review are in progress.

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Project & Program Management

I turn plans into organized work with clear ownership and visible progress.

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Analytics & Power Platform

I build dashboards, apps, and automations that make work easier and decisions clearer.

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Operations & Process Improvement

I look for what slows people down and improve the process so the team can keep moving.

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Founder, Ainsley Transport

I am building a transportation company with a focus on compliance, service, and long-term growth.

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Hospitality Operations, Desta

I bring a hands-on, organized approach to my experience in restaurant operations at Desta.

Selected systems

A few examples of work I’m proud of.

These projects show how I use planning, data, technology, and operations to solve real business problems.

00Transportation · Project management · Venture developmentAinsley TransportAs founder and project lead, I coordinate the launch of a Virginia non-emergency medical transportation business, managing workstreams across operating authority, compliance documentation, vendor coordination, and driver recruitment planning.Explore project

Project outcomeBuilt a structured launch roadmap and operating foundation; regulatory approval and commercial operations remain pending.

  • Project planning
  • Regulatory coordination
  • Vendor management
01Financial services · Program enablementU.S. Bank / ElavonI supported project delivery, team engagement, and operational reporting in a large financial services environment.Explore project

Project outcomeI helped make priorities, progress, and information easier to understand.

  • Program coordination
  • Stakeholder alignment
  • Operational reporting
02Analytics · Decision intelligencePower BI & onboarding analyticsI used Power BI to organize onboarding data and make participation, engagement, and follow-up needs easier to see.Explore project

Project outcomeI turned scattered information into a dashboard people could actually use.

  • Power BI
  • Data modeling
  • Executive dashboards
03Knowledge systems · Digital workplaceEducation & Engagement HubI helped build a SharePoint hub where team members could find resources, understand priorities, and stay connected.Explore project

Project outcomeThe goal was simple: less searching and easier access to the right information.

  • SharePoint
  • Information architecture
  • Change enablement
04Automation · Process improvementPower Automate workflowsI mapped repetitive tasks and built automated flows that moved information to the right people at the right time.Explore project

Project outcomeI reduced manual steps while keeping ownership clear.

  • Power Automate
  • Workflow design
  • Process governance

I’ve kept these examples at a high level to respect company and project confidentiality.

Career progression

Experience, built step by step.

Explore the work behind each chapter. Titles and status reflect the roles actually held.

2026Ainsley TransportFounder & Project Manager

Coordinating a Virginia non-emergency medical transportation startup: regulatory filings, supplier relationships, operational documentation, and recruitment planning. Authorization and service launch remain pending.

2026Wells FargoBranch Operations Coordinator · Offer accepted

Accepted a branch operations role in Falls Church, Virginia. Pre-employment processing is underway; employment has not yet commenced.

2025U.S. Bank / ElavonProject Coordinator Intern

Supported onboarding and education initiatives through Power BI reporting, SharePoint information architecture, and Power Automate workflows.

2021–presentDesta Ethiopian KitchenHospitality operations

Experience in high-volume hospitality, customer service, daily coordination, and operational execution.

Project in progress / Ainsley

Building the operating foundation.

A launch roadmap, not a claim of completed authorization or active service.

  1. 01 / EstablishedBusiness formation and launch planning

    Entity setup, operating model, and initial launch infrastructure.

  2. 02 / In progressRegulatory and compliance review

    Operating authority documentation, bond requirements, and regulator correspondence.

  3. 03 / PreparingDriver and vendor readiness

    Recruitment planning, service procedures, and partner onboarding.

  4. 04 / FutureService launch and measurement

    Begin operations only after required approvals, insurance, and readiness checks.

How I work

I make complicated work easier to manage.

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Understand the problem

I start by learning how the work happens, who is involved, and where things get stuck.

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Make it clear

I organize complicated information so people can understand it and act on it.

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Build for the team

I create workflows with clear ownership so people know what happens next.

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Keep improving

I use results and feedback to see what is working and what needs to change.

Samson Assefa / Northern Virginia

About me

I like building things that work in the real world.

I’m at my best when I can take an idea, organize it, and help move it from a plan into something useful.

My background includes project and program management, Microsoft Power Platform, process improvement, entrepreneurship, and management at Desta. I’m always learning, and I care about doing dependable work that helps people and businesses improve.

Power BIPower AppsPower AutomateSharePointExcelSQLAgile deliveryBusiness operations

Résumé

Experience built around operations, projects, and measurable results.

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Samson Assefa

Project Coordination · Banking Operations · Entrepreneurship

Résumé / 2026

Professional summary

Results-driven operations professional with 4+ years of experience leading teams, improving workflows, managing daily operations, and translating data into practical business improvements.

Branch Operations Coordinator — Offer Accepted

Wells Fargo · Falls Church, Virginia

Accepted a position supporting branch operations. Onboarding and pre-employment requirements are in progress; employment has not yet commenced.

Founder & Project Manager

Ainsley Trade Group LLC · DBA Ainsley Transport

Lead the NEMT business launch project, coordinating regulatory submissions, vendor relationships, operating processes, and hiring preparation. Operating authority and service launch are pending.

Restaurant Operations & Guest Service

Desta Ethiopian Kitchen

Lead high-volume daily operations, revenue accountability, team development, onboarding, and service workflow improvement.

Project Coordinator Intern

U.S. Bank / Elavon

Built Power BI, SharePoint, and Power Automate solutions that supported onboarding operations, engagement, and leadership reporting.

Program Manager

48IN48 at Cox Enterprises

Co-led a cross-functional team that delivered a nonprofit donation and outreach website within a 48-hour build.

Core tools

Power BI · Power Automate · SharePoint · SQL · Excel · Microsoft Project

Education & certification

Business Management Certificate · Professional Scrum Master I

Get in touch

Let’s talk about what we can build.

I’m open to opportunities and conversations about project operations, analytics, automation, business improvement, and partnerships.

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Northern Virginia(571) 789-8968AKASAMSON.COM