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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

I served as the Chapter President of the University of St. Thomas chapter of Omicron Delta Kappa, the national leadership honor society.ODK recognizes student excellence across five pillars of leadership: academics and research; athletics; service; communications; and, creative and performing arts. Members admitted to this society have a record of academic excellence and stand out amongst the student body as exemplary leaders within one or more of these pillars. As the Chapter President, it was my responsibility to oversee and direct all society operations, to maintain and expand the positive impact of the society upon our community, and to uphold ODK's principles of excellence, integrity, and service.

As the Chapter Vice President, I played a pivotal role and closely supported the Chapter President. I organized everything from professional development events to society meetings, enabling us to provide valuable personal development opportunities to our members and to give back to our community.

As the Chapter Treasurer, I was entrusted with overseeing financial operations and ensuring fiscal responsibility and regulatory compliance within the organization. Through prudent management of resources, I laid the foundations that enabled the society to uphold our commitments and empower leadership development.

The Aristotle Fund is a program at the University of St. Thomas that provides a unique opportunity for graduate students and undergraduate seniors to gain hands-on experience in portfolio management. Each year, a limited number of students are accepted to the program - generally, fourteen or fewer - and directly manage an eight-figure diversified equities portfolio on behalf of the University of St. Thomas endowment fund.Accepted student managers are assigned an industry to cover and an operational role to fulfill, rendering them responsible for researching, pitching, and monitoring equities within their industry while executing their operational responsibilities - which could include economic research and reporting, portfolio monitoring and trade execution, and others. Additionally, student managers receive one-on-one mentorship from industry professionals, access to financial industry events, and a study abroad trip. This real-world investment management experience is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to excel within the financial industry.I had the honor of being accepted to this program for the 2023 to 2024 academic year, during which time I covered the technology sector.

Chartwell Financial Advisory is a national leader in financial services for middle-market and employee stock option plan (ESOP) corporations across the U.S., providing consulting, valuation, and investment banking services.As a summer analyst, I began with an intensive one-week financial modeling training program with Training The Street. Subsequently, I spent the next three months gaining exposure to each of Chartwell's three core practices, enhancing my propensities for financial modeling, valuation analysis, presentation development, and numerous others. I prepared materials ranging from valuation models to confidential information memorandums (CIMs), and received direct feedback from established mentors throughout the entirety of the program.This comprehensive experience allowed me to work closely with seasoned professionals, developing strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. I gained valuable exposure to various facets of financial services, solidifying my passion for the industry. Cumulatively, the summer analyst program provided me with a solid foundation in valuation, management consulting, and investment banking.

District Of Columbia, United States

The Fund for American Studies is an educational nonprofit established to develop leadership through a diverse portfolio of programs and fellowships. Each program is tailored to a specific career path, with admitted students being placed into specialized education tracks, paired with a relevant internship, and offered a variety of supplementary activities such as tours of historical landmarks and museums, supplementary educational programs, and access to significant government, industry, and academic events. I had the privilege of being selected for the most competitive program, which is offered in partnership with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Institute, whose summer educational program focuses on executive leadership and economics. During my accompanying internship, I conducted economic policy research within the rail and industrial transportation sectors, employing analytical methods to estimate the effects of legislative changes on these industries.This experience deepened my understanding of economic and policy dynamics and developed my capacity to critically analyze multifaceted problems. The direct application of economic theories in practical, real-world settings helped deepen my analytical skills and fostered a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities within economic policymaking. The exposure to expert lectures and a variety of professional settings further broadened my perspective, equipping me with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute effectively to discussions and initiatives in my future career.

Spineology is a biotech corporation dedicated to developing minimally invasive spinal implants that improve patient outcomes and reduce recovery time and severity. As a summer intern, I supported laboratory and clinical data organization and storage functions, helping to maintain regulatory compliance with FDA guidelines for surgical implant data management.

B.S., Mathematical Economics & Business Economics

Activities and Societies: Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society Clubs: Economics, Finance, Accounting, Data Science & Analytics, Math.

Summer Program In Economics And Executive Leadership

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Institute is an educational organization established and operated by the Ronald Reagan Presidential.

High School Diploma