Shelleen Akin

Data analyst with deep knowledge in qualitative and quantitative research, specializing in transforming complex, large datasets into actionable insights. Skilled in SQL, Python, and R for data extraction and cleaning, modeling, and automation, with additional expertise in geospatial and behavioral data analysis. Skilled in programs Excel, Tableau, Stata, SPSS, and R for data analysis, workflows, and decision‑ready outcomes and data-based dashboards. A clear, concise storyteller practiced in delivering insights to leadership and cross‑functional teams across academic, federal, and industry environments. Driven to enhance data and evidence-based decision‑making and customer or stakeholder experience through rigorous analysis and strategic learning.

I’m a doctoral student in Criminal Justice and Criminology with a strong foundation in applied research, intelligence analysis, and data strategy. Since 2021, I’ve contributed to a range of high-impact projects that span cybercrime victimology and AI surveillance to firearms intelligence and policing research. My work often involves synthesizing complex geospatial, behavioral, and institutional data to uncover patterns and inform research and policy. I’ve collaborated with academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and federal agencies to develop scalable, ethical, and actionable analysis, intelligence, and solutions.

In my recent roles, I’ve conducted predictive modeling of check thefts and firearm movement, led intelligence-gathering efforts on the dark and clear web, and trained students in ethical data extraction and analysis. I’ve supported grant development for emerging surveillance technologies, coordinated the collection of synthetic data, and contributed to scientific and market research on intelligent policing. As part of a federally funded initiative, I helped align non-standardized criminal justice data with NIBRS classifications, improving interoperability and analytical clarity across justice agencies. I’ve also worked on clearance-level projects assessing undocumented data collection processes and refining public-facing documentation to align with evolving program goals.

Beyond research, I bring a passion for education and communication. I’ve designed and taught a university course on cybercrime victimization, which included teaching undergraduate students about current cybercrime trends, offender methodologies, and victim outcomes in an accessible, no-cost curriculum. Whether I’m building a curriculum, mentoring students, or academically writing, I approach every challenge with a systems-oriented mindset and a commitment to producing ethical and impactful work.

Doctoral student (ABD) in Criminal Justice and Criminology at Georgia State University, specializing in data analytics, geospatial analysis, and research methodology. Earned a Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Completed dual bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Psychology, both with Cum Laude distinction and consistent placement on the Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists. Began academic training at Central Piedmont Community College, earning an Associate in Arts in Psychology along with a certification in Business Administration and Business Operations