Massimo Franco

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

• Francis W. Parker's Investment Club, President, Manage a $30,000 investment portfolio, averaging 10% returns despite market declines; mentor students in investment strategy; lead weekly meetings.
• Francis W. Parker's Chess Club, President, Completed in weekly chess tournaments; mentor players of all levels to improve skills; compete and placed 2nd in the Chicago Chess Conference.
• Italian Club, Founder and President, Meets once a month; Brings together the Italian community and others wanting to celebrate Italian culture, through food, music, current events, sports, etc., at Parker; A community-focused club.
• Francis W. Parker Student Government, Sergeant at Arms, Social Committee, and Music Committee, Collaborate with student leaders, students, and faculty; read anonymous comments to the student body; plan Homecoming, Winter Formal, Prom, and other.

• Knights Youth Advancement, Co-Founder, After-school program for kids in West, South, and Northwest neighborhoods around Chicago; teaches financial literacy, basics of chess, and tutors math.
• Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Team Member, Successfully lobbied 43th Ward Alderman to install Narcan in district office to combat opioid epidemic

• Wharton Essential of Finance Program, Student, Studied principles of quant/qualitative investment strategy; presented in-depth stock analysis to profs/students; collaborated on portfolio strategy.
• Yanapana Peru, Volunteer, Facilitated meaningful connections and markets between Mollepata's Peruvian locals and tourists; participated in local traditions; improved Spanish.
• LoveDay & Co., Intern, Cared for seniors in dementia centers; served meals; collaborated w/ families/staff; provided medical care; participated in task force for safe living.
• Mountain Lodges of Peru, Intern, Guided enriching, multi-day tours along ancient Incan trails.
• Chipotle, Server, Contributed as a line server, crafting and serving meals to diners; engaged staff/diners for optimal dining experience.

• Francis W. Parker Varsity Soccer Team, Captain
• Chicago City Club Soccer Team, Center Back, Traveled to compete in soccer tournaments across the Midwest