Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
Bartender

Michael Cross

San Diego,CA

Summary

Diligent Financial analysts with strong background in risk management and track record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. Proven ability to identify potential threats and develop comprehensive plans to address them. Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance and financial risk assessment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Risk Manager

TopStep Trader
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted thorough analysis of historical data, helping identify patterns and trends in potential risks.
  • Conducted regular audits of existing policies and procedures, ensuring their continued effectiveness in addressing organizational goals related to mitigating risks.
  • Developed strong relationships with internal stakeholders, promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
  • increased clients returns by 37% by building contingency plans to successfully handle financial situations.

Bar Tender

PUESTO
06.2021 - Current
  • operated a cash register with $500 daily, using software to take orders and process transactions successfully.
  • Interacted with customers explaining the menu and upselling different products to increase sales by 13%
  • Assisted coworkers and clients with sales to ensure great customer service and 100% satisfactory experience
  • Working in a fast-paced environment and created a system to increase our sales.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Deckhand

VENDETTA SPORTFISHING
07.2018 - 09.2020
  • Persistently maintained 99% uptime by monitoring high alerts, performing routine maintenance checks, and incorporating redundancy and high availability
  • Assisted in creating solutions for clients that would schedule charters regularly by increasing our profit by 15%
  • Performed janitorial tasks such as vacuuming, polishing, mopping, etc
  • To maintain a clean and comfortable environment resulting in a 20% increase in satisfaction
  • Negotiated prices and fees with vendors, while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
12-2024

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer service
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Equity risk management
  • Derivatives valuation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Building financial models

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved a 57% return in the 2024 year by completing risk management with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of 3 staff members providing our clientele with a positive outlook for their portfolios.

Interests

  • App Development
  • Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency
  • Volunteer Work

Timeline

Risk Manager

TopStep Trader
08.2024 - Current

Bar Tender

PUESTO
06.2021 - Current

Deckhand

VENDETTA SPORTFISHING
07.2018 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science - Finance

San Diego State University
Michael Cross