Hi, I’m
Kurt VanDeMark
Alternative Investments
Summary
Kurt VanDeMark is a dynamic and multifaceted professional with over 20 years of diverse experience across various industries. Known for being a team player, Kurt is hard-working and self-motivated, consistently seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth.
With a strong background in architectural design, Kurt has honed a keen eye for aesthetics and functionality. This expertise extends into sales, particularly in flooring and window fixtures, where he has successfully built relationships and delivered tailored solutions to clients. Additionally, Kurt has substantial experience in equity analysis and commodity trading, as well as portfolio management, showcasing a robust understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
Beyond the realms of design and finance, Kurt is also a professional golf instructor and manager, blending a passion for sports with a commitment to helping others improve their skills. This unique combination of talents and experiences allows Kurt to approach challenges with creativity and insight, making him a valuable asset in any team or organization.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
Work History
KVDM Strategic Investments
Strategic Investments and Trader
2007 - Current (18 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and other documents for investor meetings.
- Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
- Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
- Created financial strategies to optimize portfolio performance and reduce risk.
- Monitored market trends and news to identify emerging opportunities.
- Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to investors.
- Reviewed and analyzed project spending throughout project life cycle.
- Presented oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations and entire industries.
- Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
- Developed trading strategies to maximize returns on investments.
- Improved emergency resolution processes to save time.
PGA Tour Superstore
Golf Instructor and Hard Goods Fitting Specialist
01.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Averaged daily personal sales over 13,000 dollars
- out performed and lead all sales force for 2022
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries when giving personal lessons
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- regripped, cut down, lengthened, removed and switched shafts
- Worked registers, organized and restocked equipment
- Promoted new technology and maintained first in class product knowledge to customers
- Nation wide sales leader in golf equipment
- Followed safe work practice, fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained any new golf equipment
Kenny Enterprises
Flooring Sales Specialist
08.2020 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Assisted customers with selecting appropriate floor types and styles.
- Demonstrated features of different floor options and overcame objections with knowledgeable responses.
- Discussed pricing, additional charges and payment plans during sales process.
- Followed up with customers to assess satisfaction, answer questions and resolve concerns.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
- Maintained in-depth understanding of all available brands and types of flooring available to customers.
GOLFORWORK
Director of Golf Instruction
08.2017 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
UBS Wealth ManagementNew York
Equity Analyst
Job overview
- Monitored market trends and developed strategies to capitalize on potential opportunities.
- Discussed trading strategies with portfolio managers to highlight current market sentiment, price points of resistance and support and liquidity characteristics of positions.
- Made fast decisions based on fluctuating market resulting in profit of $[Amount].
Golf Spree Naples , FL
Golf Teaching Professional
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
United States Golf Teachers Federation Florida Gardens, FL
Golf Teaching Professional from Professional Golf Management
02.2023
Canisius CollegeBuffalo, NY
Master Of Business Administration from Finance And International Sales
08.2006
University of Colorado At BoulderBoulder, CO
Bachelors Degree In Business Science from Finance
12.2003
Skills
- Strategic Selling
- Customer Assistance
- Customer Satisfaction
- Customer Relations
- Customer Inquiries
- Cash Handling
- Product Recommendations
- Answering Customer Questions
- Flexible Hours
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Golf Teaching Professional
Golf Spree
04.2023 - Current
Golf Instructor and Hard Goods Fitting Specialist
PGA Tour Superstore
01.2022 - 04.2023
Flooring Sales Specialist
Kenny Enterprises
08.2020 - 12.2021
Director of Golf Instruction
GOLFORWORK
08.2017 - 09.2019
United States Golf Teachers Federation
Golf Teaching Professional from Professional Golf Management
Canisius College
Master Of Business Administration from Finance And International Sales
University of Colorado At Boulder
Bachelors Degree In Business Science from Finance
Strategic Investments and Trader
KVDM Strategic Investments
2007 - Current (18 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Equity Analyst
UBS Wealth Management
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