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Cristal De La Torre

Denver,CO

Summary

A driven business student at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in Finance and Marketing, with over two years of wealth management/insurance experience. Skilled in financial analysis, market research, and client relationship management, with a talent for creating investment proposals and enhancing client engagement. Eager to bring a diverse skill set to the workplace and continue to grow.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Wealth Management Intern

Morgan Stanley
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted three teams of financial advisors in identifying client opportunities, developing relationships, and optimizing marketing strategies.
  • Conducted market and product research and asset allocation analysis to support the creation of customized investment proposal presentations and client reports.
  • Prepared cash flow statements, processed ACAT requests, account openings, and coordinated onboarding presentations to enhance client onboarding and experience.

Head Lifeguard/Shift Supervisor

Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center
07.2019 - Current
  • Supervised daily pool operations, managed a team of 20+ lifeguards, and ensured a safe, enjoyable environment by quickly addressing emergencies and resolving visitor concerns.

Insurance Agent Intern

Country Financial
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Educated about the type of insurances- life, home, auto, business insurances Country Financial provides and compared it to competitor offerings.
  • Supported Insurance agents and financial advisors in client acquisition through targeted marketing strategies and personalized service.
  • Developed client relationship management skills to retain clients and attract new ones through networking and consultative sales techniques.

Marketing Research Assistant

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Assisted two marketing professors on research aimed to improve financial literacy programs worldwide.
  • Performed content analysis coding on scholarly articles to quantify emerging themes.
  • Optimized coding process for greater efficiency and accuracy.

Property Manager/leasing Intern

Macerich
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted property managers with budgeting, tenant scouting, lease formation, and execution, improving tenant satisfaction and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted market research and supported marketing strategies to attract new tenants and enhance property visibility.
  • Built industry connections by networking with professionals and tenants, enhancing professional relationship-building skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business
05.2025

Skills

  • Investment Knowledge
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • QuickBooks
  • Communication
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Coursework

  • Puksta Scholars Program: 4 year civic engagement project to educate underrepresented high school students and underrepresented communities in regard to essential financial literacy and navigating college finances.
  • First Year Global Experience: Course in the Spring of 2022 in Barcelona, Spain to study impactful international businesses such as Quadpack, Art Cava, and TransfoLAB.
  • Global Seminar: New Product Development Marketing course taken abroad in the Netherlands (Spring 2023). Learned how products develop internationally at - Wieden+Kennedy, AKQA, and B Amsterdam.

Extracurricular Activities

  • Amplified Planning Externship, 06/24-08/24,

CFP Board and Financial Planning Association (FPA) co-sponsored a summer externship program through Amplified Planning. The program provided a first-hand experience in the financial planning profession and how financial planning is applied within a variety of firms and clientele. Upon program completion, I earned 500 hours of educational experience to go toward my CFP/ designation.

  • Financial Planning Association, Boulder, CO, 08/23-Present

Insight into the world of financial advising, where various guest speakers come and share their industry knowledge and advice.

  • Women in Finance, Boulder, CO, 08/21-Present,

Empowers women in business- learn how to overcome obstacles and feel empowered as women in the business world.

  • Leeds Diverse Scholars Program, Boulder, CO, 08/21-Present,

Program designed to create pathways and opportunities for people of color by hosting networking events and providing resources. 

  • First Generation Program, Boulder, CO, 08/21-Present,

Guidance with navigating college, finances, personal life and networking as a first generation student. 

  • Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), New York, NY, 05/22-08/23,

Builds a foundation for minority professionals in the commercial real estate industry.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Wealth Management Intern

Morgan Stanley
06.2023 - Current

Insurance Agent Intern

Country Financial
08.2022 - 05.2023

Property Manager/leasing Intern

Macerich
05.2022 - 08.2022

Marketing Research Assistant

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2022 - 10.2022

Head Lifeguard/Shift Supervisor

Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center
07.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business
Cristal De La Torre