Christopher Stephens Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York City Metropolitan Area

Risk transformation mgmt. team

New York City Metropolitan Area

Risk Management Group- Worked with clients across the public (i.e., higher education) & private sector (i.e., financial services institutions)- Project topics included: research compliance, risk and compliance strategy, compliance operations (FinCrime), risk target operating model, and fraud capabilities assessment

New York City Metropolitan Area

Risk & Compliance

New York City Metropolitan Area

Internal Audit & Financial AdvisoryRisk & Compliance

Greater Atlanta Area

"The Scholarship Academy (TSA) is a comprehensive scholarship preparatory program that teaches low-income, first generation college students to navigate the maze of financial aid in order to fund their college education."• Facilitated sessions centered around The Scholarship Academy curriculum to 1,200 students ranging from 10th -12th grade, as well as counselors and teachers, within the Atlanta area through workshops, outreach sessions, and by-weekly in-school classes. • Developed… Show more "The Scholarship Academy (TSA) is a comprehensive scholarship preparatory program that teaches low-income, first generation college students to navigate the maze of financial aid in order to fund their college education."• Facilitated sessions centered around The Scholarship Academy curriculum to 1,200 students ranging from 10th -12th grade, as well as counselors and teachers, within the Atlanta area through workshops, outreach sessions, and by-weekly in-school classes. • Developed pre-and-post assessments, with a combination of TSA curriculum and benchmarked data created by the state surrounding student knowledge by grade, to track the progress of the students and effectiveness of the sessions, as well as to showcase the value of TSA to the current and potential partners. • Conducted virtual scholarship and essay support to the students we served through our online platform, The Virtual Scholarship Center, and assisted with initiatives such as The Scholarship Fair, increasing our volunteer base, and online marketing. Show less

New York, New York

• Evaluated day-to-day processes conducted by the client to identify regulatory, strategic, and operational risk, categorized their level of severity: critical, moderate, and low, that would leave the client susceptible to financial, operational, and reputation harm, and developed a presentation deck to present to the client.• Identified and tested existing controls used by the client designed to mitigated specific risk to ensure their validity and design, recommended language of… Show more • Evaluated day-to-day processes conducted by the client to identify regulatory, strategic, and operational risk, categorized their level of severity: critical, moderate, and low, that would leave the client susceptible to financial, operational, and reputation harm, and developed a presentation deck to present to the client.• Identified and tested existing controls used by the client designed to mitigated specific risk to ensure their validity and design, recommended language of control descriptions where there were none, and brought forth control candidates for automation.• Supported the Protiviti Digital team by attending meeting surrounding the use of UiPath, developing excel data used to test internal RPA creations before they go-to-market, and worked with Consultants to create mock-ups of systems to use for testing. Show less

Queens, Ny

• Supervise the activities, delegate responsibilities, and ensure the success of 14 standing committees that are extensions of Student Government. • Oversee the planning of annual student-driven events, such as Organization Congresses, Relay 4 Life, Student Leadership Conference, and Power to Organize and assist student organizations on campus. • Interact with higher administration through monthly meetings and serve as the student voice when planning university-wide events such as… Show more • Supervise the activities, delegate responsibilities, and ensure the success of 14 standing committees that are extensions of Student Government. • Oversee the planning of annual student-driven events, such as Organization Congresses, Relay 4 Life, Student Leadership Conference, and Power to Organize and assist student organizations on campus. • Interact with higher administration through monthly meetings and serve as the student voice when planning university-wide events such as Accepted Student’s Day. Show less

Queens, Ny

• Create an inclusive community through the daily supervision of over 60 students by offering engaging programs, along with personal growth.• Develop a holistic culture among the RA staff by conducting team-builders, bi-weekly 1:1, and weekly staff meetings, which result in personal and team success.• Mentor and build relationships with students through weekly check-ins and assisting Resident Director with fellow up. • Advise student leaders through 1:1 with hall government… Show more • Create an inclusive community through the daily supervision of over 60 students by offering engaging programs, along with personal growth.• Develop a holistic culture among the RA staff by conducting team-builders, bi-weekly 1:1, and weekly staff meetings, which result in personal and team success.• Mentor and build relationships with students through weekly check-ins and assisting Resident Director with fellow up. • Advise student leaders through 1:1 with hall government executive board and overseeing the hall meetings, programs, and budget.• Evaluate potential candidates for the department by serving as a student representative on professional recruitment interview panels. • Support students in crisis though on-call duty rotation for approximately 450 students • Mediate conflict when roommate issues arise through facilitating dialogue to achieve compromise. • Represent the university for current and perspective students and families at events such as open house, admitted student day, family weekend, and red carpet welcome events. Show less

Queens, Ny

• Spearhead weekly programs and activities for 12,000+ students at St. John’s University designed to help them build lasting relationships and bonds with each other, while relieving stress. • Research and evaluate religiously affiliated institutions initiative and programs for potential events at St. John’s. • Advise and increase awareness and participation at activities and events through flyer and poster design. • Assist the Director of Student Engagement by offering… Show more • Spearhead weekly programs and activities for 12,000+ students at St. John’s University designed to help them build lasting relationships and bonds with each other, while relieving stress. • Research and evaluate religiously affiliated institutions initiative and programs for potential events at St. John’s. • Advise and increase awareness and participation at activities and events through flyer and poster design. • Assist the Director of Student Engagement by offering administrative support such as answering phones, making copies, filing paperwork, and contacting outside vendors as needed. Show less

Queens, Ny

• Allocate funds to university-recognized organizations for their various events and programs on campus.• Ensure accuracy and proper monitoring of the Student Government, Inc. operating budget of $90,000. • Liaison with organizations by responding to inquires regarding the allocation process, any concerns, and scheduling appointment times for budget request.• Revitalize university discount program through new venture partnerships, streamlining processes, and increasing promotional… Show more • Allocate funds to university-recognized organizations for their various events and programs on campus.• Ensure accuracy and proper monitoring of the Student Government, Inc. operating budget of $90,000. • Liaison with organizations by responding to inquires regarding the allocation process, any concerns, and scheduling appointment times for budget request.• Revitalize university discount program through new venture partnerships, streamlining processes, and increasing promotional efforts. Show less

Greater Atlanta Area

INROADS is an internship company decidated to helping minority students gain experience in various industries of the market. INROADS believes their are three keys to success for their students: Selection, Education & Training, and Performance.

Alpharetta, Georgia

• Currently the company has no educational assistance program in place. I was tasked to create a tuition reimbursement plan; therefore I gathered statistics , created a SWOT analysis, & recommended a full plan. • Worked on job title harmonization due to the inconsistent titles within the company. Much of it is a result of the company's many acquisitions; therefore a standard structure of titles & descriptions must be put in place to help combat this issue because the company will only… Show more • Currently the company has no educational assistance program in place. I was tasked to create a tuition reimbursement plan; therefore I gathered statistics , created a SWOT analysis, & recommended a full plan. • Worked on job title harmonization due to the inconsistent titles within the company. Much of it is a result of the company's many acquisitions; therefore a standard structure of titles & descriptions must be put in place to help combat this issue because the company will only continue to grow. This is a multi-tiered project that will impact the company internally & externally.• I attended monthly informational and strategy meetings designed for accountability efforts, to acknowledge outstanding achievements, and express goals and initiatives for the upcoming quarter Show less

Stone Mountain, Georgia

• Assisted guests in operating and wearing personal floatation devices.• Sold company tickets, merchandise, and passes through an online system and cash register.• Answered phones, made copies, and counted down the register each night.

Stone Mountain, Ga

• Provided supervision and support to a team of 43 volunteers.• Provided guidance and spiritual direction to youth through group mentoring.• Helped write ministry related classes.• Worked closely with the youth ministry to plan events

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Sociology, 3.8/4.0 - Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Campus Activities, Resident Life, President’s Society, Student Government Inc., and Student Conduct Board

3.8/4.0 - 7Th/280

Activities and Societies: President of National Honor Society, Beta Club member, Men of Redan, Men's Golf team, Varsity Football team