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Shanghai City, China

Through the MBA program at Georgetown University, I was selected to work on a team to consult for AIG China. The main goal was to find a creative strategy involving FinTech solutions to drive AIG China's profitability in the short and long-term future. Although I had no prior background in the Property and Casualty Insurance industry, much less the Chinese P&C industry, my team and I were able to make a strong presentation to the executive board of AIG China in Shanghai showcasing our excellent research, analysis and presentation skills.• Conducted thorough research and analysis on the Chinese P&C Insurance industry and Chinese market, as well as on AIG China’s financial statements and historical performance.• Administered weekly interviews with several high-ranking members of the organization to gather additional insight, including regular meetings with the CEO and Head of Strategic Planning.• Developed several strategic solutions involving relevant Fintech elements to drive continuing top-line revenue growth and/or reduce operating costs, which included changes to the Sales and Underwriting processes.• Presented solutions, analysis and in-depth projections to several AIG China executives in Shanghai, including the CEO, head of sales and head of underwriting.

Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

As a Foreign Exchange Financial Analyst and Team Lead, I was able to expand my existing client base while assisting Citigroup's front office to onboard new clients, as well as taking on many existing clients. I was able to maintain a high level of trust with my clients and Citigroup sales team by effectively solving issues daily, while still minimizing risk and meeting all deadlines. My ability to thrive in a high pressure environment allowed me the experience to train and manage several other analysts who became high performing individuals themselves. • Supervised and led a team of up to four analysts regarding the processing of FX spot and forward trades for hundreds of platinum level and emerging market clients.• Managed FX accounts for up to 50 high-volume platinum level clients such as Brown Brothers, State Street, GE, and Vanguard.• Analyzed trade patterns of Citi clients to predict FX cash flows, ensuring timely trade confirmation and delivery of all accounts payable.• Acted as the primary liaison between Citi’s front office and potential new clients to onboard new accounts.• Mitigated Risk by delegating time sensitive tasks regarding specific currency cutoffs pending daily, saving the organization millions of dollars in fees. • Designed and delivered engaging presentations to train teams and new hires on department systems and processes.

Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

As a Foreign Exchange Securities Analyst, I was able to leverage my undergraduate education, concentrating in Finance and International Business, to excel in a fast paced environment with multiple hourly deadlines moving billions of dollars daily. My analytical and interpersonal skills allowed me to cultivate a culture of trust with my clients by minimizing risk for both Citigroup and my clients.• Managed up to 100 Emerging Market clients spanning several continents by reinforcing strong customer service and addressing client concerns efficiently, advancing Citi’s overall reputation in the FX market. • Coordinated the onboarding of new systems such as Bloomberg, which included testing and implementing the systems and creating new departmental procedures and processes to ensure correct functional use. • Championed a new process for FX trades leveraging a maker/checker processing system to ensure compliance with the Dodd-Frank Act and the avoidance of financial penalties.• Reduced risk with Emerging Market clients by streamlining and improving daily processes to combat the large influx of FX trades totaling over a billion dollars daily.• Fostered cross functional growth across the business through interdepartmental projects and presentations.

• Designed and delivered engaging presentations to university students advocating the office including workshops and classes• Critiqued and guided students regarding resumes and cover letters at an average of 120 students per semester• Directed students and alumni to information sources regarding their career search• Created/updated documents detailing registration, promotion and execution of sponsored events

• Directed more than 100 university clubs to additional sources of revenue to fund large club events• Managed donations given to university clubs by corporations• Promoted events and advertising space of major university events to outside corporations

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration, May 2010, Finance, General

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration, May 2010, International Business