Alexander Jossens Email & Phone Number

St Gallen, Switzerland

St Gallen, Switzerland

► I have been involved with the St. Gallen Symposium Programme Design Team (PDT) since August 2021, while pursuing my master's degree in economics at the University of St. Gallen.► Part of a small team responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and implementing the annual programme of the St. Gallen Symposium.► Collaborated with speakers and moderators to create impactful, cross-generational sessions on key issues facing society. ► Coordinated closely with speakers and their teams pre-event and on-site, ensuring their needs were met and sessions ran smoothly.► Hosted prominent c-suite executives, government officials, and dignitaries, ensuring seamless event experiences.► Strengthened organizational operations by liaising with symposium partners to enhance IT products and streamline program design processes.► Integrated program design team functions across the organization, optimizing operational efficiency and collaboration.Founded in 1969 in response to social unrest within Switzerland, the St. Gallen Symposium is a student-led initiative and the world’s most relevant organization and platform for cross-generational dialogue on economic, political, and social issues. Following its vision to “Lead with the Next Generation in Mind,” the symposium brings together current and future leaders from around the world and across all elements of society to foster mutual understanding and joint action on our most pressing challenges. The symposium takes place annually in May at the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland as well as through monthly year-round dialogue formats.

St Gallen, Switzerland

► The 52nd St. Gallen Symposium on "A New Generational Contract" took place from 4-5 May 2023.► After a successful 52nd St. Gallen Symposium, I took a hiatus from the symposium to concentrate on my Master's thesis.

St Gallen, Switzerland

► After a successful 51st St. Gallen Symposium, I transitioned to part-time in order to focus on my studies for the autumn semester.

St Gallen, Switzerland

► The 51st St. Gallen Symposium on #CollaborativeAdvantage took place from 5-6 May 2022.

► Seismically retrofitted a residential foundation and constructed a small art studio with windows, electricity, water, and drainage.► While working, I also studied for the GRE and U.S. State Department's Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) in preparation for future career opportunities.► In late 2019 / early 2020, I also began taking online courses in machine learning and data science while looking for opportunities in the Bay Area's tech sector.► Upon being accepted to the Master in Economics (MEcon) program at the University of St. Gallen in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, I began planning my relocation to St. Gallen Switzerland.

Geneva, Switzerland

► Division on Technology and Logistics - Science and Technology Section► Participated in the 20th session of The Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD).► Contributed to report writing for ECOSOC on issues related to STI policy, ICTs, and food security.► Conducted research on STI policy and for the Technology and Innovation Report (TIR) on R&D in developing countries, IoTs, and Big Data.► Prepared reports and conducted research on impact investment to facilitate the development of a “Financial Innovation for Sustainable Investment Lab.”

Los Angeles, California, United States

► Provided asset management services to high net worth individuals. Responsibilities included: account administration, investment research, drafting portfolio reviews, and indicating on syndicate offerings. ► Exceptional understanding of wide range of investment vehicles, including equities, structured products, and fixed income securities.► FINRA Series 7 licensed.

Century City

► Provided asset management services. Responsibilities included basic account administration, custodial work, and creating portfolio reviews.► Acquired extensive knowledge of private wealth management operations, security protocols, and compliance procedures.► Gained invaluable equity and bond market experience. ► Developed critical professional and communication skills.► Successfully attained a FINRA Series 7 license.

Los Angeles

► Admitted to Startengine LA, a premier tech startup Incubator► Headed seed funding operations, stock option allocation, and budget development of a social mobile media website and application.

Greater Los Angeles Area

► Front desk Greeter at Equinox Fitness in Westwood, Los Angeles.

► After completing my first year at UCLA, I worked at the Next Step Shoe Store as a summer job.► Performed basic small business tasks: cashiering, inventory, making orders, customer service, delivery, deposits.► Proficient in Microsoft word, excel and power point.

Master'S Degree, Economics

Activities and Societies: Ad-Hoc Economics ► Global Economy Specialization ► Thesis: Exploring Quantitative Tightening Dynamics - A New.

Master Of Laws - Llm, Chinese Politics, Foreign Policy, And International Relations

► CSC Scholarship (Full two-year scholarship, including room and board) ► Thesis: China-US Conflicts over Chinese Investment in the United.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Science Mathematics/Economics

► Subjects covered: single and multivariable calculus; linear algebra; differential equations; discrete structures; statistics.