Hello, my name is Ryan Ferguson, and I am from Waxhaw, NC. Currently, I’m a third-year student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, pursuing a degree in Business with a focus on Finance. My academic journey has taken me through South Piedmont Community College and East Carolina University, where I built a strong foundation for my current studies.Upon completing my degree, I plan to pursue a career in investment banking and am actively seeking internship opportunities in this field for the upcoming summer to gain hands-on experience and insight into the industry.Contact InformationEmail: ry.ferguson@icloud.comProfessional ExperienceI have spent the last three years working at Best Buy, where I have held two key roles:Sales Associate (2 Years): Gained expertise in direct sales, providing excellent customer service by offering tailored solutions to meet their needs.Product Flow Specialist (1 Year): Led inventory management in the warehouse, overseeing product flow and training new employees in operational procedures.During my time at Best Buy, I have honed several key skills that I’m eager to bring into the financial sector:Leadership: I have trained new hires, guiding them through day-to-day tasks, and teaching them how to efficiently navigate the company’s systems.Problem-Solving: I’ve resolved customer issues, such as handling appliance damage during delivery and offering satisfactory solutions like discounts or replacements to ensure customer satisfaction.Other Skills includeSales and MarketingDirect Sales Team Building Group work Team LeadershipHard workerCritical Thinker Extracurricular ActivitiesOutside of work and academics, I am passionate about staying active and involved in various extracurriculars:Golf: Played competitively on teams and held the position of number one golfer, leading my school team to a conference championship.Weightlifting: Committed to maintaining physical fitness and personal growth.Pickleball Club: Active participant in the sport.YoungLife: Engaged in faith-based community activities.Spending Time with Friends and FamilyJet Skiing