Northeastern Illinois University - Chicago, IL - B.A. Economics - 2002-2004
Illinois State University - Normal, IL - M.S. Applied Economics - 2005-2007
Illinois State University - Normal, IL - M.B.A Finance & Management - 2005-2007
Working History
Pricing and Budget Analyst at Home Depot - Atlanta, GA 2011-2012
Graduate Assistant Illinois State University 2009-2010
Senior Financial Analyst at Allstate Insurance Company - Northbrook IL 2007-2008
Graduate Assistant Illinois State University 2005-2007
Personal Banker at National City Bank - Chicago IL - 2004-2005
Personal Introduction
Dear Madam/Sir,
I am a highly driven and adaptable individual looking to add value to your organization helping it succeed within the context of an interconnected global environment.
I have more than five years of experience in roles encompassing financial analysis, sales, client relationship management as well as project management. I’ve also cultivated an appreciation for international cultures travelling extensively in Africa, Europe and the United States. My background, academic credentials and work experiences offer unique opportunity to add value to your organization.
After graduating summa cum laude at the top of my class with a degree in economics, I worked as a licensed personal banker in Chicago. This was a hands-on immersion into financial operations, sales and client management. I applied critical problem solving skills in actively engaging with clients and offering them customized financial products that met their needs. I also developed acute decision making skills. My graduate school experiences first in Economics and second in an MBA allowed me to refine my research, data analysis and critical thinking skills as well as sharpen my strategic outlook and business writing skills.
I transitioned to Allstate Insurance Company in Northbrook Illinois from graduate school as a Senior Financial Analyst. I furnished executive leadership with accurate financial and accounting performance reports coupled with competitive industry analysis for submission to the SEC. In my most recent role as a Pricing and Business Analyst with the world’s largest home improvement retailer, Home Depot, I’ve helped to determine customer responsiveness to various price points as well as cut cost and develop competitive intelligence. I am a consistent top performer excelling in individual tasks and successfully leveraging essential skills with stakeholders thereby enhancing team collaboration in exceeding outlined objectives.
I am a lifelong learner and thrive in challenging environments. I would appreciate an opportunity to interview with you and discuss the value I will bring to your organization. Attached is a copy of my resume, which further details my professional and academic credentials. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to meeting with you.