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Kathleen Foust

Berwick,PA

Summary

Financially driven and analytically strong professional with hands on experience in financial markets, cryptocurrency trading, portfolio monitoring, and risk evaluation. Skilled at analyzing market trends, interpreting complex data, and supporting strategic decision-making in fast-paced digital environments. Experienced in payment processing, financial accuracy, report preparation, and maintaining compliance documentation. Strong administrative and technical background, with proficiency in advanced trading platforms, automation tools, Excel, and Microsoft Teams. Highly reliable, organized, and adaptable, with a proven ability to work independently in remote settings while delivering precise, deadline-driven results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Financial Markets & Crypto Trading Specialist

Self-Employed
Berwick, Pennsylvania
02.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed market data, price action, and order flow to execute high-accuracy trades across multiple platforms.
  • Managed a self-directed trading portfolio with disciplined risk management and performance tracking.
  • Identified short-term and long-term opportunities using technical and fundamental analysis.
  • Executed high-volume trades with strong precision, focusing on liquidity, volatility, and market timing.
  • Monitored global financial news, economic indicators, and CPI/FOMC events to guide trading decisions.
  • Utilized advanced charting tools and analytics platforms to forecast market movements.
  • Maintained detailed records of trading performance, strategy outcomes, and return metrics.
  • implemented risk-control strategies such as stop-loss levels, position sizing and diversification.

Executive Assistant/Administrative Finance Support

Private Practice- Dr. Juan Orozco
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
03.2022 - Current
  • Manage CME requirements, state medical compliance documents, and licensing renewals.
  • Oversee financial communications, scheduling professional calls, and documentation.
  • Maintain secure digital records and ensure HIPAA-compliant organization.
  • Support physician operations, including billing prep and vendor management.

Co-Owner/ Operator

Brookside Pups & Stuff
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
06.2014 - 11.2023
  • Managed customer service, sales, client communications, and scheduling.
  • Oversaw expense records, supply budgeting, and transaction handling.
  • Managed advertising, social media, and website listings.

Shift Supervisor

Sheetz
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
05.2020 - 08.2022
  • Managed nightly store operations, cash deposits, register accuracy, and financial accountability.
  • Oversaw staff performance, scheduling, and workload delegation.
  • Prepared operational paperwork, inventory record, and shift reports.

Drive-Thru Attendant

KFC
Buckhorn , PA
03.2011 - 06.2014
  • Processed high-volume orders with accuracy and speed.
  • Handled payments, POS systems, and cash balancing.
  • Provided fast, customer-focused service in a high-traffic environment.
  • Assisted in training new staff on drive-thru procedures and policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA

Financial Markets Coursework -

Yale University
(Completed Via Coursera)

Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies Coursework -

UC Berkeley
( Via EdX)

Personal Finance Coursework -

Purdue University
( Via EdX)

Smart Investing & Market Fundamentals Training -

FINRA Investor Education Program

Skills

Financial & Analytical

  • Financial markets analysis
  • Investment research and risk evaluation
  • Cryptocurrency trading and digital assets
  • Portfolio monitoring
  • Market trend forecasting
  • Technical chart analysis
  • Payment processing and cash handling
  • Data interpretation and financial accuracy

Administrative & Executive support

  • Schedule coordination and call handling
  • Professional email communication
  • Documentation and compliance record management
  • Report preparation
  • CRM and data entry
  • Vendor and contractor coordination
  • Medical office support tasks

Leadership & Operations

  • Staff supervision
  • Training new employees
  • Delegating tasks
  • Fast-paced operations management
  • Shift productivity monitoring
  • Conflict resolution

Technical

  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Kraken Pro, TradingView, Coinbase/Base
  • CoinGlass
  • Three Commas
  • WunderTrading
  • IOS and cloud file management

Certification

Yale University - Financial Markets
(Coursera Certificate)

Timeline

Financial Markets & Crypto Trading Specialist

Self-Employed
02.2023 - Current

Executive Assistant/Administrative Finance Support

Private Practice- Dr. Juan Orozco
03.2022 - Current

Shift Supervisor

Sheetz
05.2020 - 08.2022

Co-Owner/ Operator

Brookside Pups & Stuff
06.2014 - 11.2023

Drive-Thru Attendant

KFC
03.2011 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School

Financial Markets Coursework -

Yale University

Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies Coursework -

UC Berkeley

Personal Finance Coursework -

Purdue University

Smart Investing & Market Fundamentals Training -

FINRA Investor Education Program