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Nash Porada

Hermitage,PA

Summary

Ambitious finance major at Youngstown State University (Class of 2026) with applied experience in equity research, financial modeling, and valuation techniques. Member of the YSU Investment Club, providing research and stock pitches for a $2.3M student-managed fund. Actively pursuing Excel certification and CFA Level I, with career goals in investment banking, equity research, or capital markets.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Portfolio Analyst, Student Investment Fund

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio
09.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to research and valuation of equities within a $2.3M student-managed portfolio, supporting allocation and investment decisions.
  • Conducted financial modeling and ratio analysis in Excel to evaluate company fundamentals, and present recommendations to peers.
  • Collaborated with a team of students to monitor market trends, assess risk, and prepare stock pitch presentations for club meetings.
  • Developed practical skills in equity research, portfolio management, and professional communication through hands-on investment discussions.

Finance Intern

Naturscape Property Services
Hermitage, Pennsylvania
05.2025 - Current
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date financial spreadsheets and databases for reliable reference.
  • Streamlined expense tracking for improved financial oversight.
  • Designed and implemented Excel models to calculate pricing based on labor, materials, and overhead costs.
  • Improved invoicing accuracy and reduced manual errors by developing automated spreadsheets.

Retail Associate

Nike
01.2025 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Managed inventory effectively, ensuring proper stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining balanced registers and reducing discrepancies during shift changes.

Business Start up

Foundations of Business
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed and executed a business strategy including multiple aspects such as marketing, manufacturing, and location management.
  • Analyzed various financial statements, including pro forma and cash flow sheets, to assess risk, profitability, and growth potential.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to create financial models, predict cash flows, and share information among group members.
  • Collaborated with a team of three peers to collect data, conduct market research, and synthesize findings into actionable insights.
  • Presented the business plan to 45 peers using Microsoft PowerPoint, receiving positive feedback for clarity and effectiveness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio
05-2026

Skills

Technical skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, IF statements, charts/graphs, macros), QuickBooks

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List
  • President's List

Timeline

Portfolio Analyst, Student Investment Fund

Youngstown State University
09.2025 - Current

Finance Intern

Naturscape Property Services
05.2025 - Current

Retail Associate

Nike
01.2025 - Current

Business Start up

Foundations of Business
09.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Youngstown State University

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