Brien Laster
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Finance student with a background in performance auditing and sales. Skilled in financial analysis, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements. Proven ability to build client relationships and drive sales growth. Seeking an internship to apply analytical skills and gain finance industry experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Intern
Arizona Auditor General
Phoenix, AZ
07.2024 - 10.2024
- 12 week Performance Audit Internship for DSA division
- Conducted performance audits and follow ups on previously issued performance audit reports of State agencies, school districts, and programs.
- Gathered information and help identify areas of inquiry, perform audit procedures to obtain evidence, and prepare well-documented work papers to support audit findings and recommendations.
- Met Auditor General standards by drafting clear and comprehensive audit findings along with appropriate recommendations.
Business Development Intern
Infinity Insurance Partners
Scottdale, AZ
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted market research to identify potential clients and business opportunities.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Maintained client relationships with existing customers through regular contact and follow-up activities.
- Prospected potential customers by cold calling businesses and individuals to introduce products and services.
- Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills while interacting with customers over the phone and email.
Sales Representative
Element Consulting
Tempe, AZ
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Identify and approach potential customers within assigned territories to generate new leads.
- Educate homeowners about the benefits and features of ADT security systems, including alarms, cameras, and monitoring services.
- Performed informative in-home demonstrations illustrating the benefits of ADT's personalized security offerings.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, providing exceptional service and support.
- Engaged in teamwork with colleagues and supervisors to share successful approaches and techniques in driving sales performance.
Lead Generator
Parker and Sons
Phoenix, AZ
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed effective scripts for making cold calls, managing conversations, and overcoming objections.
- Analyzed customer needs and recommended appropriate products and services.
- Cultivated lucrative relationships with customers by using active listening, strong communication and exemplary issue resolution skills.
- Created and maintained a database of leads for follow-up by sales team.
Dishwasher
Roadhouse 99
Kingsburg, CA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
Cashier
West Coast Sourdough
Visalia, CA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2026
El Diamante High School
Visalia, CA2022
Skills
- Performance Auditing
- Market Research
- Lead Generation
- Data Analysis
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Advanced in Microsoft Programs
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Audit Intern
Arizona Auditor General
07.2024 - 10.2024
Business Development Intern
Infinity Insurance Partners
06.2024 - 07.2024
Sales Representative
Element Consulting
05.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Generator
Parker and Sons
09.2023 - 05.2024
Dishwasher
Roadhouse 99
05.2023 - 09.2023
Cashier
West Coast Sourdough
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Grand Canyon University
El Diamante High School
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