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Bob Smith

New Canaan

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Region Head - Middle East

Bridgewater Associates
06.2020 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Client Advisor

Bridgewater Associates
01.2012 - 06.2020
  • Assisted in training new team members, sharing best practices and expertise in Client Advisor role.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and proactive follow-up on inquiries.
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of industry trends and products, ensuring accurate guidance for clients.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening and empathetic understanding of their goals and concerns.

Chief of Staff to CIO

Bridgewater Associates
07.2010 - 12.2011
  • Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
  • Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
  • Aligned departmental goals with overall company vision, ensuring cohesive progress towards shared objectives.
  • Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.

Engagement Manager

McKinsey & Company
10.2007 - 06.2010
  • Managed complex engagements involving multiple teams and large budgets, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Collaborated with sales, delivery and service teams to manage seamless client experiences.
  • Consulted with teams on established best practices and process improvements.
  • Managed client expectations and mitigated potential conflicts, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the engagement process.

Captain

United States Army
09.1999 - 01.2005
  • Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on passenger safety.
  • Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
  • Assisted airline management in updating operational procedures to align with evolving FAA standards and guidelines.
  • Improved flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and adhering to strict FAA regulations.

Education

MBA - Finance & Strategy

Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern)
Evanston, IL
05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

United States Military Academy
West Point, NY
06.1999

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Region Head - Middle East

Bridgewater Associates
06.2020 - Current

Client Advisor

Bridgewater Associates
01.2012 - 06.2020

Chief of Staff to CIO

Bridgewater Associates
07.2010 - 12.2011

Engagement Manager

McKinsey & Company
10.2007 - 06.2010

Captain

United States Army
09.1999 - 01.2005

MBA - Finance & Strategy

Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern)

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

United States Military Academy

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