Luke Nicholas Email & Phone Number

Tempe

• Source and evaluate high-potential education technology startups, participating in due diligence processes and contributing to investment decision-making.• Facilitate connections between RealmSpark and ASU departments, faculty, and external networks, supporting strategic investment opportunities and program outreach.• Gain exposure to the venture capital process by attending screening calls, supporting events, and shadowing investors, developing insights into startup evaluation and funding strategies.

Tempe, Arizona, United States

• Built comprehensive financial models by analyzing P&L statements and creating DCF projections to deliver accurate Broker Opinions of Value, providing property owners with up-to-date market valuations of storage investment properties.• Managed and verified property data by systematically reviewing the investment property database, flagging inaccuracies, verifying key details, and offering property owners valuable insights to strengthen client relationships.• Conducted thorough property owner research using county assessor websites to verify ownership and contact information, ensuring accuracy and supporting effective outreach for potential acquisitions.

Tempe, Arizona, United States

• Enhanced compliance and transparency through rigorous AML, KYC, and investor reporting for top Hedge Fund and Private Equity clients • Strengthened C-suite client relationships and conducted in-depth due diligence questionnaires, leading to successful cross-sell opportunities and executing strategies to exceed goals.• Managed client-facing teams, efficiently resolving complex issues and driving continuous improvement in quarterly service reviews and client satisfaction

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

• Collaborated with sales and underwriting teams to streamline operations, achieving 24-hour approval times and 48-hour funding.• Facilitated equipment financing and working capital solutions for sectors such as construction, trucking, and manufacturing, contributing to client satisfaction.• Conducted market research and client outreach, resulting in increased lead conversion rates through tailored financing solutions.

B.S. Finance

Activities and Societies: Sigma Tau Gamma | Sun Devil Leveraged Capital | The Real Estate Club

International Finance

Semester long study abroad program.