Diego Canto
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Motivated finance student at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi with hands-on experience in sales, customer relations, and personal investing. As a Division I student-athlete, I have developed strong discipline, time management, and a results-driven mindset. Currently building a personal investment portfolio and seeking an internship opportunity to gain real-world experience in finance and insurance while contributing value through strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Investment Portfolio – Charles Schwab
Self Employed Web
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2026 - Current
- Managed personal brokerage account to build long-term wealth
- Invested in diversified ETFs, including SCHB, to align with U.S. market performance
- Analyzed financial metrics, such as P/E ratios and market trends, to assess long-term growth potential
- Reinvest dividends to maximize compounding returns
- Practice dollar-cost averaging with consistent monthly contributions
Sales Specialist
Fleet Feet
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered personalized customer service by assessing customer needs and recommending appropriate performance-based footwear, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Guided purchasing decisions through effective communication and persuasion, fostering customer confidence in product choices
- Built relationships with customers, increasing repeat business and trust
- Maintained product knowledge of multiple brands and running technologies
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly and professionally, ensuring a positive shopping experience
Self-Employed – Car Detailing Business (Founder)
Founder
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Founded and operated detailing business, generating income to support college education
- Coordinated scheduling, pricing, and customer service, ensuring smooth daily operations
- Gained foundational knowledge in business operations and financial management through hands-on experience
- Built a loyal customer base through consistent quality and service
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance (In Progress) GPA: 3.45 - Finance
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX03-2026
Skills
- Financial Analysis (Basic)
- Investing & Portfolio Management (Beginner)
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication & Sales
- Customer Relationship Management
- Problem Solving
- Financial Modeling
- Time Management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Spanish and English Fluent
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
NCAA Division I Track & Field Athlete – Texas A&M–Corpus Christi
Accomplishments
Athletic achievements
Academic honors
Academic honors
Timeline
Personal Investment Portfolio – Charles Schwab
Self Employed Web
02.2026 - Current
Sales Specialist
Fleet Feet
08.2024 - Current
Self-Employed – Car Detailing Business (Founder)
Founder
02.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance (In Progress) GPA: 3.45 - Finance
Texas A&M Corpus Christi