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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Modeled long-term cash flow for consolidated portfolio of renewable development, construction, & operating entities• Developed one & five-year budgets to identify cash and credit requirements for Invenergy’s strategic business plan • Presented comprehensive forecast review at quarterly investor board meetings, focusing on variances from approved budget and upcoming milestones• Directly supported ~$3bln equity investment from Blackstone Inc. through cash flow forecast, valuation… Show more • Modeled long-term cash flow for consolidated portfolio of renewable development, construction, & operating entities• Developed one & five-year budgets to identify cash and credit requirements for Invenergy’s strategic business plan • Presented comprehensive forecast review at quarterly investor board meetings, focusing on variances from approved budget and upcoming milestones• Directly supported ~$3bln equity investment from Blackstone Inc. through cash flow forecast, valuation support, and financial statement analysis• Owned 20-yr operating asset cash flow model to calculate sizing for a multi-lender corporate cash revolver• Provided due diligence for up-sizing of multiple corporate credit facilities, leading to > $500mm in additional capacity Show less

Chicago, Il

• Managed long-term cash flow models for thermal (natural gas) and corporate level entities• Created annual budget and presented quarterly updates at board meetings with outside investors• Presented monthly to senior leadership on cash flow trends and upcoming forecasted spend• Consolidated corporate guaranty exposure to advise lenders and disclose in year-end audited financial statements• Supported and tracked a credit support and reimbursement agreement to minimize cash backed… Show more • Managed long-term cash flow models for thermal (natural gas) and corporate level entities• Created annual budget and presented quarterly updates at board meetings with outside investors• Presented monthly to senior leadership on cash flow trends and upcoming forecasted spend• Consolidated corporate guaranty exposure to advise lenders and disclose in year-end audited financial statements• Supported and tracked a credit support and reimbursement agreement to minimize cash backed security deposits• Collaborated with Treasury team to forecast near-term requirements and determine appropriate allocation of cash Show less

Northbrook, Illinois

• Analyzed and reported on the results of factors influencing the Standard Auto P&L (Allstate’s largest line of business worth ~$20B)• Met with senior leaders across the corporation monthly to present and discuss financial results and new insights• Deep dived into ad hoc analysis to better inform product partners of developing trends and influence strategic decisions• Managed one new to Allstate direct report through training and creating new projects to foster development•… Show more • Analyzed and reported on the results of factors influencing the Standard Auto P&L (Allstate’s largest line of business worth ~$20B)• Met with senior leaders across the corporation monthly to present and discuss financial results and new insights• Deep dived into ad hoc analysis to better inform product partners of developing trends and influence strategic decisions• Managed one new to Allstate direct report through training and creating new projects to foster development• Planned three years of customer retention by analyzing internal trends and external factors• Developed automated Tableau dashboards as the initial reporting infrastructure for a new product offering• Improved leadership skills through nomination and completion of the Allstate One Finance Leadership Academy, a six-month developmental program for high performing financial analysts Show less

Northbrook, Illinois

• Managed all financial factors for three lines of business (worth ~$600M in annual premium) through analyzing, story lining and presenting results to leadership• Planned three years of financial results through analyzing historical trends and quantifying the impact of initiatives• Consolidated large amounts of data into dynamic and easy to interpret tools to improve tracking of key metrics• Created multi-scenario cost-benefit-analyses of potential internal investments to ensure… Show more • Managed all financial factors for three lines of business (worth ~$600M in annual premium) through analyzing, story lining and presenting results to leadership• Planned three years of financial results through analyzing historical trends and quantifying the impact of initiatives• Consolidated large amounts of data into dynamic and easy to interpret tools to improve tracking of key metrics• Created multi-scenario cost-benefit-analyses of potential internal investments to ensure efficient allocation of resources• Prepared C-Suite executives for quarterly earnings calls through communicating Allstate rate and competitive analysis• Led the on-boarding of two new employees by facilitating training sessions and assisting with questions Show less

Northbrook, Illinois

• Facilitated strategic underwriting expense decision making through story lining/presenting results to leadership• Consulted on behalf of the 14 regional offices and their six supporting organizations to help them better understand trends, develop forecasts and determine opportunities to redistribute funding• Improved effectiveness of corporate initiatives through developing Excel based models to track changes in key expenses• Implemented internal infrastructure to increase the… Show more • Facilitated strategic underwriting expense decision making through story lining/presenting results to leadership• Consulted on behalf of the 14 regional offices and their six supporting organizations to help them better understand trends, develop forecasts and determine opportunities to redistribute funding• Improved effectiveness of corporate initiatives through developing Excel based models to track changes in key expenses• Implemented internal infrastructure to increase the efficiency and accuracy of the business unit expense plan review process, allowing for more time to be spent on strategic planning Show less

Vernon Hills, Illinois

• Managed and analyzed website feedback response data to deep-dive into the CDW.com user experience and presented key findings to site experience and senior leadership• Collaborated with intern team to research, analyze and present recommendations for a multimillion dollar asset to C-Suite executives and 75+ marketing coworkers• Utilized primary and secondary research to create and present a counterproposal for a professional sports sponsorship offering• Responsible for organizing… Show more • Managed and analyzed website feedback response data to deep-dive into the CDW.com user experience and presented key findings to site experience and senior leadership• Collaborated with intern team to research, analyze and present recommendations for a multimillion dollar asset to C-Suite executives and 75+ marketing coworkers• Utilized primary and secondary research to create and present a counterproposal for a professional sports sponsorship offering• Responsible for organizing, troubleshooting and implementing multiple online research activities through Qualtrics software• Designed and implemented a centralized organizational system to increase accessibility to research content to complete a strategic goal of the research team Show less

Chicago, Illinois

• Tested programmed surveys for accuracy and helped with the respondent experience • Worked with project managers to create PowerPoint reports• Assisted team members in verification and proofing of project processes and deliverables• Proofread questionnaires, reports, and proposals for spelling, grammar, and content• Worked with intern team to design, program, and field a survey about customer satisfaction surveys

Buffalo Grove, Il

• Lead and responsible for a group of 10 third to fifth grade children in daily games and activities• Planned weekly games and activities focusing on teamwork and sportsmanship• Instilled confidence and knowledge into children through providing positive experiences• Implemented the Buffalo Grove Park District’s mission of meeting recreational needs and enriching the quality of life of the community

Bachelor’S Degree, Las Economics Major, Natural Resource And Environmental Science Minor

GPA: 3.76/4.00

High School

Activities and Societies: GIVE, Intramural Sports