INVESTMENT
SPECIALIST
Award
winning Investment Specialist known for achieving exceptional investment
performance. Generated over $3B in capital gains and fund management
performance awards by Lipper, Morningstar, and Barron’s. Proven research skills
utilizing financial, analytic, and quantitative methods. Proficient in portfolio
management and strategies. Expertise focusing on organizational trends using
key operational indicators and statistical formulas to improve results. Strong
track record in developing strategies using competitive and comparative
analysis to achieve advantage over competitors. Facilitate team collaboration
to influence operational improvements. Written and verbal presentation skills,
consulting skills, and instructor in Corporate Finance, Investments, and
Financial Management.
Career Accomplishments
·
Contributed
to producing over $3B in capital gains for Ohio Public Employees Pension Fund. Asset growth from
80% under funding to 100% funded status via effective and diligent research
·
Credited
with 52.7% increase in total funds under management after award winning
performance returns of
45.5% and 38.7% for Principal Small-Cap funds resulting in awards
from Lipper, Morningstar, and Barron’s, leading providers of mutual fund
industry data
·
Multiple
recipient of Top Analyst Award –
Domestic Equities and Domestic Small-Cap Equities from management for
performance in investment and capital markets highlighting industry
research analysis
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
Morgan Stanley(contract),
Columbus, OH 2015‒2016
Customer Support Specialist
·
Handled multiple
inquiries each day about diverse investment products and plans
·
Managed calls
with high degree of accuracy and speed
·
Navigated
through multiple computer systems using interpersonal and customer service
skills
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Employed problem
solving ability and knowledge of regulatory reporting/compliance
VALIC, Columbus, OH 2015
Financial Advisor
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Attended Benefit
Fairs to solicit clients regarding 403b/401K plans
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Consulted with
customers to develop and implement financial strategies
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Monitored macro
and micro economic indicators for proper asset allocation/reallocation
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Handled
regulatory reporting, accounting and compliance
Gremler Financial, Des Moines, IA 2013‒2015
Analyst/Consultant
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Developed
investment selection focusing on due diligence of retail product vendors and limited
partnerships
·
Worked with consultants/owner
to develop and implement financial strategies for clients
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Coordinated
research activities to select proper mutual funds/stocks/bonds for investment
selection
·
Monitored macro
and micro economic indicators for proper asset allocation/reallocation
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Researched
report generation for individual stock and bond selection decisions
INTL FC Stone, West Des Moines, IA 2011‒2012
Assistant Director of Research
·
Coordinated
research activity and presented analysis and strategic advice to customers
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Prepared and
delivered presentations at conferences, client events, and webinars
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Provided
assistance to Vice President of Marketing and Operations to reach operational
goals
Arrow Apex Investments & Consulting
LLC, Waukee, IA 2008–2011
Newsletter Editor, Wizard of Wall Street
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Provided investment recommendations in
monthly newsletter by using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis; utilized
due diligence to deliver superior investment performance for clients
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Collaborated with law firm to provide pension
fund investment strategy
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Consulted with individual clients to
provide investment strategy
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Offered investment selections in different
industry groups for potential client holdings
Principal Global Investors, Des Moines, IA 2002–2008
Analyst – Large& Small Cap Funds
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Managed financial due diligence and
decision support; participated with over 300 executive teams; created alpha
generation versus industry sector performance; conducted industry analysis through
investment research; evaluated company income statements, balance sheets, and
cash flow statements; prepared mergers and acquisitions written reviews
·
Credited with 52.7% increase in total
funds under management after award winning performance returns of 45.5% and 38.7%
for Principal Small-Cap funds resulting in awards from Lipper, Morningstar, and
Barron’s, leading providers of mutual fund industry data
·
Maintained investment coverage of 100+
companies in large-cap funds for Railroads, Trucking, Airfreight, Basic
Materials, and Capital Goods sectors; provided financial analysis and investment
modeling covering 300+ companies in small-cap funds in Energy, Capital Goods,
Basic Materials, and Staples sectors by creating portfolio
analytics and quantitative screening tools
RELATED
EXPERIENCE
Grandview University, Upper Iowa
University, & William Penn University
Adjunct Professor- Investments,
Corporate Finance, and Finance for Business Leaders
Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio, Columbus, OH
Senior Analyst – Large-Cap Funds
EDUCATION
Master of Business Leadership
William Penn University, Des Moines, IA
Bachelor of
Science, Finance
Franklin University, Columbus, OH
LICENSES/PROFESSIONALACCREDITATIONS
Chartered Market Technician (C.M.T.)
FINRA Series 7, Series 63 licensed
Past holder FINRA Series 65
Life, Health and Accident Insurance
License
Certificates of Achievement – Professional
Development Program, C.F.A. Institute
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