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Panthers on Wall Street
Resume Book
September 13-15, 2010
July 2010
Thank you for supporting our 3nd Annual Panthers on Wall Street program!
With your help, we have designed an outstanding experience which will immerse several of our most promising
students in the heart of America’s New York financial district. September 13, 14, and 15, 2010 we will visit
firms including AIG, Chartis, Bank of America, Deloitte, PWC, Keefe, Bruyette and Woods, JP Morgan
and tour the floor of the NYSE.
Our Panthers on Wall Street Resume Book includes the resumes of 18 top graduate and undergraduate students
participating in this experience. This outstanding group of students was identified through a rigourous
application and interview process. They have met regularly for the past several months in order to make the
most of this experience.
This resource was developed to pro-actively market our students for Internships and Full-Time jobs on Wall
Street. If you have any openings in your organization please feel free to contact any of these students directly to
learn more about their background and interests. Additionally, I encourage you to share this resource with
anyone in your network who might be able to help us accomplish this objective.
Please contact me directly if you have any questions about Panthers on Wall Street and thank you for helping us
continue to offer this valuable experience to our students.
Sincerely,
Jason Aldrich
Executive Director
Career Management Center
Robinson College of Business
jaldrich@gsu.edu
MICHAEL B. BUCHANAN
90 B Peachtree Hills Ave
Atlanta, GA 30305
770-560-3529
mbuchanan1@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta GA December 2011
Master of Business Administration, Finance
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL August 2005
Bachelors of Business Administration, Management
EXPERIENCE
Fleming Carpet Distributors Inc, Marietta, GA 2006-Present
Account Manager
• Manage relationship with the company’s largest customer, Traton Homes, which accounts for 25% of revenue
• Realigned Traton Homes as a collaborative business partner from a relationship of financial and operational tensions
• Implemented procedures to reduce the billing cycle from three months to one week
• Reconstructed accounts receivables to collect 100% of billed sales within 60 days
• Brought builder accounts to the company through relationship building and cold call success. Established accounts
include McNeel Builders, Sansea Properties, Capstone Communities, Byrd-Weatherstone Construction, Renner
Companies and Martin Dodson Homes
• Prepared flooring estimates for contractors such as RJ Griffin, Brasfield & Gorrie and Turner Construction
Operations Manager
• Managed all flooring installations, which included managing schedules for subcontractors, communicating with
sales team members and distributing inventory
• Communicated detailed information across many levels of employees from non-English speaking laborers to senior
level managers both inside and outside of the company
• Administered sales from the initial point of contact through to completion
• Analyzed and forecasted inventory needs to inform purchasing staff for price negotiations, distribution logistics and
payment terms with various suppliers for a large portfolio of products
• Represented the company as a liaison between subcontractors and customers
Classic Dots Inc., Canton, GA/Pembroke Pines, FL 2001-2005
Regional Manager
• Restructured a franchise that was dominated by competitors by expanding the sales territory and bringing a corporate
structure to the existing operation
• Established the largest account for Classic Dots at the Marriott at Ft. Lauderdale
• Handled large amounts of cash and was responsible for all sales, expenses, and cash flow management
• Creatively distributed and inventoried a sensitive ice cream product in warm south Florida
• Reduced inventory turnover from two months to one week
• Constantly handled environmental challenges (i.e. hurricanes and electrical outages) to maintain operations
Part-time Server
• Worked part-time during undergraduate studies in Atlanta area venues
• Recruited, hired and trained other servers
ADDITIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• NCAA baseball at Georgia State University and USC-Spartanburg 2000-2004
• Team Captain of Georgia State University’s baseball team 2003-2004
• Atlantic Sun Conference All Academic Team 2002-2004
YINGNAN (ANGELA) FANG
1322 Briarwood Rd. NE, A-12
Atlanta, GA 30319
404-451-8056
Yfang5@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA August 2011
Master of Business Administration, Finance
Relevant Coursework: Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Valuation of Financial Assets, Managerial Control and Cost
Systems, Statistical Business Analysis, Risk Management Modeling, Leadership and Organization Behavior
Shanghai International Studies University (SISU), Shanghai, China June 2002
Bachelor of Arts, English and American Language and Literature
Minor, International Finance, International Trade, and Commercial Bank Management
EXPERIENCE
Decatur Capital Management Inc, Decatur, GA 2010
Summer Intern
• Exposed to Multiple-Factor Models for portfolio risk, and systematic factors in equity returns
• Used Zacks database, DBM Power develop models to produces risk factors
• Evaluated criteria to test risk factors
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited, Shanghai, China 2006-2008
Assistant Manager- Commodity & Trade Finance
• Explored market by communicating with customers on business negotiation, and specific finance program planning
• Acquired strong knowledge of commodity finance products including discount, FTB/BTB LC, etc.
• Collaborated with other groups for cross-selling, applying for/extending credit line and writing up credit memo
• Acted as key liaison with headquarters for business discussion, participated in transfer of allocated regional business
• Implemented customers’ portfolio management and risk mitigation
Bank of America, Shanghai, China 2005-2006
Trade Operations Representative- Global Treasury Service Group
• Operated using the skills of trade business including: Documentary Check, Bills Discount, Global Inter-bank Finance,
LC transfer, LC confirmation, D/P// D/A collection, Advising, Payment, Telex handling, Monthly report, etc.
• Earned commendation from Operations Vice President for displaying a high level of competence and dedication to
work and work organization
Bank of China, Shanghai, China 2002-2005
Relationship and Operation Leader- International Settlement Dept.
• Assisted in measuring trade business by 39% over projected growth
• Acquired trade documentary knowledge, plus packing loan, forfeiting, shipping guarantee
• Became familiar with personal banking and card service
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
• Phi Beta Delta, Honor Society for International Scholars 2010
• ACG Cup Atlanta Merger & Acquisition Competition Participant 2010
• Honors designated by Education Committee of Shanghai Municipality 2002
• Directed “Best Drama of 1999” at Shakespeare Drama Festival in SISU 1999
SKILLS
• Diversified translator/interpreter experience working for media outlets including ELLE, Vogue, and Car & Driver
• Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and Shanghai Dialect
• Proficient computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SPSS
MICHAEL J. IVIE
2126 Hampton Locust Grove Road
Locust Grove, Georgia 30248
404- 934-9768
Michael.Ivie@ccfinvestments.com
EDUCATION
Georgia State University Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA
Master of Business Administration May 2011
• Dual Degree in Risk Management and Insurance and Finance
Clayton State University School of Business, Morrow, GA
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance and Logistics May 2009
• Dean’s list and Magna Cum Laude graduate
• 2009 School of Business Distinguished Graduate
• President’s Award for Academic Excellence and Superior Leadership
EXPERIENCE
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
Credit and Collateral Services Analyst 2009-Present
• Bank Analyst
Performing quarterly caseload reviews of credit risk Member banks including credit score validations, financial statement
analysis, adjustments to credit availability, and recommendations for physical possession of loan collateral if necessary
• 4th District Member Bank Failures Analyst
Completing detailed timelines of member bank failures for auditors and internal use
Outline major events and developments as well as actions taken by the FHLB and regulators from the first sign of trouble
until the banks enter into receivership
• Loan Servicers Analyst for Member Banks
Complete semi-annual credit analysis of Member bank’s loan servicers through the use of Bloomberg and the Dun and
Brad street database in order to assess the off balance sheet risk from third parties
• Third-Party and Mission Critical Vendor Reviews
Perform Annual review of the FHLB’s third party vendors and their ability to continue as a going concern
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Graduate Assistant 2009-Present
• Professional MBA Program assistant
• Business, finance, accounting, economics, and mathematics tutor
Research Assistant 2008
• Studied the application of econometric models in assessing risk and understanding trends
• Conducted round-table discussions with top undergraduate students from diverse geographic locations
• Completed a research paper for publication analyzing causal relationships in financial markets
Capital Choice Financial Group, Thomasville, GA
Regional Marketing Director
• Licensed Securities, Mortgage, Life, P&C, and Long Term Care agent 2006-Present
• Maintain all licenses and pertinent documentations and train new and existing agents
• Meet with clients and identify appropriate financial solutions
• Perform regular financial seminars in all areas of expertise
MEMBERSHIPS AND AWARDS
• President of the Clayton State University Society for Advancement of Management
• Vice President of The International Business Honors Society: Beta Gamma Sigma
• Treasurer of the Honors Program and fundraising officer for the Accounting Club
• Led the 24th and 25th annual SAM National Case Competition, 3rd place in the undergraduate and graduate divisions
RYAN G. MCIVER
2612 Brookhaven View, NE
Atlanta, GA 30319
678-873-8772
ryanmciver@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA
Master of Business Administration August 2011
• Concentration: Financial Risk Management
• CFA Level II Candidate June 2011
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance December 2006
• Dean’s List Commendation
EXPERIENCE
Wells Real Estate Funds, Norcross, GA
Client Services Specialist 2007-Present
• Consistently recognized as a top-performing team member in inbound calls and resolution follow up
• Appointed as Regional Service Advocate to top-producing Sales region in the company
• One of two lead contacts for the resolution of DST FanMail troubleshooting and navigation
• Awarded increasing responsibilities including the management of inbound emails, DST resolution, DSS approvals,
and special task/project assignments
• Lead data tester for the conversion of 250,000+ investor accounts to SSB&T & Boston Financial Data Services
• Gained the communications skills for the accurate delivery of current industry, product, and market information
AFLAC, Lawrenceville, GA
Outside Sales Representative 2007
• Qualified for FastStart & Super FastStart programs within first 10 weeks of employment
• Generated new business through B2B sales, including tapping personal contacts, cold calls, and internet leads
• Conducted multiple benefit enrollments for small businesses, communicating to employees options for supplemental
health and life insurance benefits
AmeriPark, Atlanta, GA
Account Manager 2005-2007
• Fast-Tracked to Managerial status
• Accountable for hiring, training, conducting payroll, and staffing for a team of 15 employees
• Increased profits 15% by forecasting labor needs based on a model developed with historical productivity data.
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook), Oracle, MARCI Siebel, DST/DSS
RECOGNITION
• Wells Real Estate Funds Q1 2010 Service Excellence Award 2010
MICHAEL D. WILSON
7117 Hillcrest Chase Drive
Austell, GA 30168
404-784-2600
mwilson47@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA December 2010
Executive Master of Science in Finance
Concentration: Corporate Finance
Institutional GPA 3.87/4.0
Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance May 2003
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Institutional GPA: 3.81/4.0 Major GPA: 3.9/4.0
• Top Ranked Senior in Finance • Morgan Stanley Richard B. Fisher Scholar
• Phi Beta Kappa Society • J.P. Morgan Chase Scholar
• Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society • Golden Key National Honor Society
EXPERIENCE
Citizens Trust Bank, Atlanta, GA
Commercial Banking Officer 2006-Present
• Manage a $24MM commercial loan portfolio.
• Originate, underwrite, and manage commercial credit facilities, typical range of $100M to $4MM
• Lead Banker for Reynolds American $2.05B senior secured, syndicated bank credit facility and
Colgate Palmolive’s $40MM unsecured, syndicated credit facility
• Prepare credit memorandums for presentation to Bank CEO and Board of Directors detailing all
aspects of business and financial risk
• Design basic financial models for sensitivity analysis, cash flow models to evaluate historical and
projected financial performance and profitability models to analyze ROE and ROA
• Provide leadership, training, and support to a team of two credit analysts when evaluating credit
exposure and classifying internal risk ratings for the Bank’s $159MM commercial loan portfolio
Wachovia Corporation, Atlanta, GA
Business Financial Specialist 2005-2005
• Utilized lending expertise in real estate, consumer lending, and VISA credit and debit cards to
achieve Wachovia Bank’s profitability and market share growth
• Assisted the Branch Manager in managing the daily operations of the financial center which lead
to overall improvement in daily practices and financial center customer service ratings
Wachovia Corporation, Atlanta, GA
Small Business Banker 2003-2004
• Underwrote senior loan credit facilities for corporate entities with annual revenue up to $10MM.
• Personally chosen by Hugh Long, Georgia President of Wachovia Bank, to attend one of the
top ranking management training programs in the financial services industry
• Successfully completed a fast-paced and comprehensive curriculum spanning from commercial
credit analysis to relationship management
• Graduated from the Management Training Program in the top five percent of the class
NICHOLAS ALEXANDER
125 Chalmers Way
Fayetteville, GA 30215
678-296-7396
Nalexander3@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta GA December 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
Cumulative GPA: 3.36/4.0
• Dean’s List, 3 semesters
• University Involvement Award, Emerging Leader of the Year Award, Monster DLP Scholarship
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
• Introduction to Corporation Finance
• Managerial Science-Business Analysis
EXPERIENCE
Deloitte Consulting LLP, Atlanta, GA June 2010-August 2010
Project Controller Summer Scholar
• Provided engagement management for teams by assisting with the organizational and logistical aspects of projects
• Monitored project expenditures by maintaining invoice records and accounts
• Analyzed financial data while providing forecasting and budget analysis for clients
The Economic Empowerment Initiative, Atlanta, GA May 2009-August 2009
Program Specialist Intern
• Updated a student database of over 500 students to increase outreach efficiency
• Corresponded with Corporate Partners to plan, promote, and develop a financial summit that hosted 400 students
• Coordinated community outreach projects designed to teach hundreds of community members financial literacy
LEADERSHIP
Student Government Association, Georgia State University May 2010-May2011
Vice President of Budget and Finance
• Maintained the student governments’ new Excel model and budgeting system to manage a budget of $170,000
• Led committee of 6 people to increase transparency in financial records kept by the student government
• Represented the interests of the student body on the student activity fee council which allocates over $1,100,000
Panther Breakaway Alternative Break Projects March 2009-December 2009
Service Project Participant
• Tutored children in low income areas in the cities of Birmingham, AL and Orlando, FL
• Provided maintenance and administrative services at Give Kids the World, a theme park for terminally ill children
• Worked with a team of peers to clean and maintain a shelter for abused women and their families
ACTIVITIES
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars
• Omicron Delta Kappa-National Leadership Fraternity
• Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated
• Monster Diversity Leadership Program Participant
• Spotlight Programming Board-Director
• Emerging Leaders Program-Mentor and Participant
JONATHAN COURTOIS
106 McEthel Dr.
Griffin Ga. 30224
770-468-6483
jccourtois@yahoo.com
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta GA December 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Overall GPA: 3.89/4.0 Accounting GPA: 4.04/4.0 Finance GPA: 3.93/4.0
• Dean’s List
• President’s List
• Hope Scholarship
EXPERIENCE
Parkmobile USA, Inc., Atlanta, GA August 2010 - Present
Accounting Intern
• Assist the finance manager with monthly closing and financial reporting requirements
• Process accounts payable and receivables
• Create monthly revenue summary reports and expense analyses
• Created and implemented an efficient credit card reconciliation process utilizing Microsoft Excel
United Parcel Service, Griffin GA January 2005-May 2010
Controller of Air Operations; Air Shuttle Driver
• Ranked number 1 out of 25 other UPS centers in Georgia for top Air Operations
• Trained and mentored two employees on the air operations
• Successfully met aggressive deadlines to ensure trailers were loaded before set deadline
Sharpe-Miller Tax Service, Griffin GA Seasonal 2002-2004
Tax Assistant
• Data entry of basic tax returns in the computer, using Drake software
• Reviewed and organized up 12 tax returns per day
• Maintained client filing system (around 1500 clients)
• Assisted clients with basic tax questions
LEADERSHIP
Beta Alpha Psi – Beta Mu Chapter
Vice President of Business Development
• Fostered new relationships between new accounting firms and Beta Alpha Psi
• Helped maintain relationships with existing firms in Beta Alpha Psi
Discover – KPMG Leadership Program
Participant
• Attended a 2 day seminar hosted by KPMG in Atlanta
• Participated in several team assignments, leadership projects and networking sessions
• Demonstrated my ability to work in teams as well as individually
ACTIVITIES
• PricewaterhouseCoopers xTax Competition Participant 2009
• PricewaterhouseCoopers Ethics Case Competition Participant (1st Place) 2010
• Member, Internal Audit Student Chapter of GSU
DOMENIC INNOCENTI
164 Le Paradis Blvd.
Sharpsburg, GA 30277
(678) 416-3076
dinnocenti1@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, Georgia May 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance
Accounting GPA: 4.16/4.0
Risk Management and Insurance GPA: 4.15/4.0
• Georgia State University Honors and Robinson College of Business Honors
• Member, Beta Alpha Psi
• Gamma Iota Sigma Service Award
• Emory Undergraduate Business School Leadership Conference Nominee
• Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. Scholarship Recipient
• Berner Award Recipient, GSU Foundation Scholarship Recipient
• Nita Robinson Scholarship Recipient, Mills B. Lane Scholarship Recipient
EXPERIENCE
Southern Company- Atlanta, GA July 2009-April 2010
Risk Management Intern
• Prepared underwriting submissions and renewal applications for non-profits.
• Analyzed various insurance policies and vendor contracts.
• Achieved up to 15% in premium reductions for non-profits.
J. Mack Robinson College of Business- Atlanta, GA
Center for Risk Management and Insurance Research Assistant August 2007- May 2009
• Converted old risk management and insurance and actuarial science data into an updated format.
• Explored applications for Second Life into risk management curriculum.
• Assisted faculty and administration with day-to-day activities.
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. 2007-present
Academic Chairman and Treasurer
• Created a $25,000 semester budget to work with and maintain.
• Initiated new payment plan that increased collection rate to 110%.
• Developed study plan that increased overall GPA over 6%
Phi Beta Lambda 2008-2009
Co-Founder and Vice President
• Phi Beta Lambda is American career and technical student organization that helps students transition to the business
world through competitive events, conferences, etc.
• One of two initial founders
Senator, Robinson College of Business 2009-2010
GSU Ambassador, 1913 Society 2009-present
Member, Alpha Lambda Delta 2008-present
Member, Golden Key Society 2008-2009
Member, Gamma Iota Sigma 2008-2009
JASIYAH KHALIL
2000 Jayson Way
Snellville, GA 30078
404-451-2633
Jkhalil1@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business December 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance & Business Economics,
Major GPA: 3.59/4.0
• Hope Scholarship Recipient
• Mills B. Lane/Bank of America Scholarship Recipient
• Dean’s List
• Student Government Association (2008-2009)
EXPERIENCE
Strafford Publishing – Atlanta, GA November 2009 – Present
Contract Employee
• Data Entry
• Sourcing prospective clients from online databases
• Update Access files
Merrill Lynch (Global Wealth Management) – Atlanta, GA June 2009 – August 2009
Client Associate/Intern
• Attended seminars geared towards different careers in the investment industry
• Established a streamlined client scheduling system using Salesforce
• Translated schedule into monthly calendar hard copies
• Assisted with phone coverage
• Filed documents based on existing system
• Interacted with various levels of employees
Martin & Orr, LLC (CPA Firm) – Atlanta, GA February 2008 – June 2009
Administrative Assistant
• Processed and proofread paperwork related to tax returns
• Assisted with phone coverage
• Issued and recorded invoices
• Managed internal and external mail
• Checked and maintained office supplies and equipment
• Organized files for quick retrieval and review
• Prepared documents using Microsoft Excel and Word
Calvin Klein – Atlanta, GA November 2007 – February 2008
Sales Associate
• Handled financial transactions at service counter
• Provided support to the sales team, ensuring all sales and customer service objectives were met
SKILLS
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce software
• Effective time management and organizational skills; able to multi task
• Intermediate Spanish Reading and Writing
SEARE KIDANE
4418 John Dr.
Norcross, GA 30093
678-294-4695
Skidane4@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA May 2012
Bachelors of Business Administration, Economics and Finance
GPA 3.47/4.0
• Dean’s List: 2 semesters
RELEVANT COURSWORK
• Intro Economics, Principles of Accounting I & II, Business Law, Managerial Science: Organizational Behavior,
and Basic Marketing
WORK EXPERIENCE
Georgia State University, Student Support Services, Atlanta, GA
Tutor September 2009-Present
• Developed a plan for students to help increase their test scores by over 10 percent
• Identified weaknesses in students’ skills in order to better address the needs of the individual
• Communicate effectively with students to ensure they comprehend course material within the specific course
Walgreens, Lilburn, GA May 2009-August 2009
Service Clerk
• Facilitated over 100 sales daily using a point of sales system
• Performed merchandising, store inventory and product ordering for the store which contained
approximately 25,000 items for sale
• Maintained store signage and display by updating advertising tags on a routine basis
• Implemented cost saving methods to reduce expenses and thus increase store profit
LEADERSHIP
Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity Marketing Committee
• Collected data from students to create events that catered to the interests of college students
• Maintained adequate display outside of the Brother Room to present Organization in a positive manner
• Won first place in the Annual Homecoming Golf Cart Design Contest
RELEVANT SKILLS
• Proficient in Microsoft office, Access Tools, and Mac OSX
• French- Beginner/Intermediate
ACTIVITIES
• Alpha Kappa Business Fraternity
• Tighter Grip, Inc.
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars
• Student Support Services
CHRISTOPHER RICHARD MYLENBUSCH
3559 West Hampton Dr.
Marietta, GA 30064
770-377-4242
Cmylenbusch1@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Economics May 2012
Overall GPA: 3.55/4.0 Major GPA: 3.47/4.0
HONORS AND AWARDS
• Dean’s List
• Golden Key International Honors Society
• Alpha Lambda Delta
• Georgia State University Honors Program
• Robinson College of Business Honors Program
• President’s List – Fall 2008
• Hope Scholarship recipient
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Intro to Macroeconomics, Intro to Microeconomics, Comparative Economic Systems
EXPERIENCE
Georgia State University Neuroscience Institute, Atlanta, Georgia December 2010
Student Assistant
• Aid in conducting research on the affects of high fructose corn syrup on memory
• Currently researching high fructose corn syrup’s affects on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Haller Summer Intern with Capital Research Center, Washington, D.C. June-July 2010
• Researched nonprofit support for the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
• Wrote a newsletter for the CRC on the Dodd-Frank bill, released September 2010.
LEADERSHIP
Georgia State Habitat for Humanity May 2011
Vice President
• Led group meetings, general body meetings, and coordinate build dates for the club
• Planned activities for Act! Speak! Build! Week, as well as other social events our organization held
• Increased volunteer events by 50% and average volunteer participation by 60%
• Helped build six houses in the 2009-2010 school year
Georgia State Golden Key International December 2010
Outreach Liaison
• Coordinate community service activities for Golden Key members
• Hosted a Home Depot workshop opportunity for members, as well as a Trees Atlanta plant opportunity
• Attended Golden Key Regional Conference which aided in member’s leadership abilities and allowed us to network
with other Golden Key organizations in the Southeast
SKILLS
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Basic knowledge of Spanish
LINDSEY P. SIMPSON
1475 Haddenham Drive
Cumming, GA 30041
678-891-7751
lsimpson8@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA May 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance Minor, Spanish
Overall GPA: 3.46/ 4.0 Major GPA: 3.92/4.0
RELAVENT COURSEWORK
• Fundamentals of Valuation
• Introduction to Derivatives
• Global Portfolio Management
EXPERIENCE
Georgia State University, Finance Department, Atlanta, GA
Supplemental Instruction Leader January 2010-Present
• Increased participating student exam averages by 9.5%
• Created a variety of materials and exercises outside of class to ensure the mastery of this course
• Encouraged and assisted students in need of help
Lobby Restaurant Twelve Hotel, Atlanta, GA
Hostess January 2009-Present
• Initiate and maintain customer relationships with clientele and employees
• Increased sales by 13% by using promotional techniques and restaurant specials to local businesses
Gentry Financial, LLC, Alpharetta, GA
Personal Assistant May 2008-August 2008
• Administrative and payroll support to President
• Maintained books including inventory and expenses
LEADERSHIP
The Georgia State University Finance Society
Executive Officer, Events Manager
• Lead all events and activities administered by the society
• Assist the VP Communication to increase student membership and service activities
Portfolio Management Team
Senior Analyst
• Research, develop and produce investment strategies for Georgia State student managed fund
• Make stock recommendations for portfolio and conduct research for the team
Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity
Member
• Selected as sole representative of Chapter based on leadership, personality and assertiveness
• Served as Intramurals Chair and motivated a four-year losing team to win flag football championships in 2008
Race for the Cure
Volunteer
• Assist in set up and clean up for Breast Cancer survivor tent in 2007, 2008 and 2009
SKILLS
Proficient in Spanish
Proficient in Excel and Learning Bloomberg and Telemet
BRANDON A. TYLER
156 Bethesda Church Rd.
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
770-375-6531
Btyler1@vzw.blackberry.net
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA May 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
Cumulative GPA: 3.52/4.0 Finance GPA: 3.9/4.0
• Hope Scholarship Recipient
• Finance Society Member
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
• Business Communication
• Fundamentals of Valuation
• Intro to Financial Analysis and Loan Structuring
• Global Portfolio Construction
EXPERIENCE
O’Reilly Auto Parts, Atlanta, GA December 2005-Present
Night Manager
• Participated in sales calls, transactions, and account research for local shops
• Manage activities and oversight in the absence of store manager
• Met or exceeded monthly sales targets consistently
• Chosen to participated in the store setup at 2 new locations: inventory startup, new account acquisitions, and
training
Geek Express, Duluth, GA May 2009-August 2009
Accounting Intern
• Participated in a variety of basic accounting functions including ledger maintenance and accounts payable/receivable
• Maintained expense records and filing system
• Researched current tax policy and assisted in monthly account reconciliations
Solo Cup Co., Augusta, GA May 2006-January 2006
Warehouse Clerk
• Manage the activities of forklift drivers
• Kept and updated purchasing records for manufacturing, repair, and warehouse
• Maintained filing systems and proper warehouse inventory counts
• Chosen to assist set up of new inventory maintenance systems for Social Circle Distribution Center
SKILLS
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access
• Spanish-Intermediate
• Proficient with all versions of Microsoft Windows and several Linux OS
• Strong written and oral communication skills
MARIA VELIOTIS
3239 Legion Drive
Covington, GA 30014
770-328-4388
maria.veliotis@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA December 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
GPA 3.89/4.0
• Honors Program
Emory University, Goizueta Business School, Atlanta, GA May 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
GPA 3.02/4.0, Golden Key Society
EXPERIENCE
Van Go’s Art Studio, LLC, Covington, Georgia 2008-Present
Co-Manager
• Assist in managing and representing artwork for over forty artists
• Plan and co-host quarterly marketing functions with potential clients, new artists, and local newspapers
• Maintain accounting records for monthly cash disbursements to artists and contracted employees
• Designed and implemented $10,000 financial plan to open a brick-and-mortar operation
Zep Manufacturing Co., Atlanta, Georgia 2007-2008
Accounts Receivable Specialist
• Assisted in managing client accounts for the Southeastern region
• Processed daily cash posting, followed up with customer collections, and handled general customer inquiries
• Researched and rectified cash inaccuracies with large accounts
• Reviewed and assessed client requests to increase credit limits or remove holds on the account
Ballard, Stephenson, & Waters, LLC, Covington, Georgia
Legal Assistant 2007
• Edited legal documents, scheduled client meetings, and provided support for four lawyers
The Educational Coin Company, Atlanta, Georgia
Booth Assistant
• Association of Fundraising Professionals, International Conference, W.C.C 2006
• Direct Marketing Association, Conference and Exhibitions, W.C.C. 2005
A.G. Edwards & Son, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia
Internship 2003
• Performed office duties and managed company seminars for three financial analysts
ACTIVITIES
• Finance Society, Georgia State University, Senior Analyst – Portfolio Management Team
• Beta Alpha Psi National Accounting Honors Fraternity, Member
• The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc. (GSCPA), Student Member
• The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA), Student Member
• The American Finance Association (AFA), Student Member
SKILLS
• Proficient computer skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficient language skills in Italian and Greek
• Dual citizen in the US and European Union
PRATIWI YAPPUTRI YAP
2277 Dunwoody Crossing Unit E
Dunwoody, GA 30338
678-468-8591
pyap1@student.gsu.edu
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business, Atlanta, GA May 2011
Bachelor in Business Administration, Actuarial Science
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Overall GPA: 4.0/4.0 Major GPA: 4.0/4.0
Georgia Perimeter College, Atlanta, Georgia
Associate in Business Administration December 2008
Overall GPA: 3.96/4.0
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
• Risk Modeling
• Taxation
• Theory of Interest
• Mathematical Statistics
• Business Communication and Business Writing
EXPERIENCE
Georgia Perimeter College, Atlanta, GA March 2008-December 2008
Student Assistant, Library
• Greeted visitors, placed phone calls to employers, and students in a professional and upbeat manner
• Created bulletin boards, flyers, brochures and other educational resources
• Assisted users with computers, photocopiers, and microform readers/printers
• Entered new student records into computer database as well as file appropriately
HONORS AND AWARDS
• President’s List
• Chapter Accounting Scholarship 2010
• Campus Atlanta Scholarship Recipient
• RCB Honors Program
SKILLS
• Indonesian-fluent
• Chinese-conversational
• Multi-task oriented and well organized
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook
• Able to evaluate information quickly, identify key issues and formulate conclusions based on sound, practical
judgment, experience, and common sense
• Maintain the highest standard of personal conduct, confidentiality and ethics in performing all duties
• Proficient in business analysis and forecasting techniques such as Exponential Smoothing and Classical
Decomposition Model
