Emily Chase Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on cutting-edge technology, data driven decisions and automation. Our core competency is providing liquidity as an options market-maker – meaning we provide competitive quotes that we are willing to both buy and sell. To do this successfully we design and implement our own low latency technologies, trading strategies and mathematical models.Almost everything we are doing is brand new for Akuna, providing our employees with endless opportunities for individual growth and ownership. Whether it’s market dynamics, mathematical models, or new technologies, we are applying new logic that has not previously been used in the company.If you are passionate about innovation, are committed to making a meaningful impact at Akuna, and have a desire to win, we invite you to apply for one of our open positions. We provide both internship and full-time positions for students and recent graduates, as well as more advanced roles for experienced talent.

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

• Assisted in managing the recruitment process by screening candidates, scheduling and coordinating phone screens & on-site interviews, and gathering feedback from hiring managers• Maintained Jobvite applicant tracking system by posting requisitions, organizing candidate data, and monitoring incoming applications• Coordinated employee onboarding by creating orientation schedules, preparing office supplies and technology needs, and serving as a main point of contact for welcoming new hires• Maintained office by ordering supplies, corresponding with building management, welcoming guests & clients, implementing & enforcing company policies, and supporting staff as needed• Assisted in planning all company-wide events including semi-annual meetings and social events• Acted as project manager during our 4-month office expansion and renovation project bycoordinating with building staff, contractors, and our entire Chicago team

New York, Ny, Us

• Managed internal recruitment process by posting job opportunities, monitoring careers inbox, maintaining Recruiterbox candidate database, and scheduling candidate interviews• Responsible for HR practices including completing employment eligibility verification, enrolling & terminating employee health insurance, benefits, and other corporate accounts• Assisted HR Manager with health and benefit administration and annual open enrollment• Maintained employee benefit files & contact information using HRIS Namely• Coordinated employee onboarding by completing background checks, conducting office tours, and reviewing company policies & benefits with new hires• Managed and organized office including maintaining stock of necessary supplies, corresponding with building management and vendors, and implementing office, health & safety policies• Assisted Finance Manager with monthly American Express reconciliation, entering vendor invoices, and completing bimonthly accounts payable run using AccountEdge accounting software• Organized catering, meeting room, and technology needs for meetings with Fortune 500 clients

New York, Ny, Us

• Managed recruitment of 10+ interns per semester, including interviewing, hiring, and training• Coordinated employee on-boarding and filed company paperwork for employees & vendors• Assisted with accounting by invoicing vendors and preparing expense reports• Drove sales for 15 brands by assisting sales reps with return authorizations, order extensions, style swaps, and reorders• Coordinated all regional tradeshows including Coterie, Intermezzo, and Coast Shows• Assisted in managing business with all major accounts including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue, and specialty stores such as Shopbop.com & Intermix• Managed office by ordering supplies and preparing showroom for appointments with buyers• Provided support to the president by arranging travel and scheduling appointments• Handled front desk activities including mail, couriers, answering phones, and greeting clients• Built and maintained relationships with major department stores, specialty stores, and vendors

New York, Ny, Us

• Arranged appointments for tradeshows & assisted sales reps in appointments with buyers• Merchandised showroom and maintained sample closets• Performed daily office tasks including tracking & shipping samples and filing purchase orders• Entered purchase orders and invoices using Showroom Exchange

New York, New York, Us

• Assisted production and design teams in sourcing and approving fabrics & trims• Created, managed, and filed tech packs• Created and edited costing sheets for garments

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Apparel & Textile Design

Study Abroad, Fashion Styling, Trend Forecasting