Nikola Radakovic
Darien,IL
Summary
Consulting professional with strong track record in delivering impactful business solutions. Adept at strategic planning, data analysis, and process improvement. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving project needs. Brings expertise in client relations, problem-solving, and driving measurable results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
TopBloc
Chicago, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Developed strategic recommendations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive analyses to identify business opportunities and risks.
- Facilitated client workshops to gather requirements and define project scope.
- Mentored consultants, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
Part-Time Revenue Recovery Supervisor
UPS
Bedford Park, IL
01.2020 - 04.2025
- Ensure accurate payment for employees
- Train employees quarterly on job methods
- Run bi-weekly safety checks to ensure employees wellness
- Apply strong leadership ability to maintain team efficiency
- Generate $20,000 net revenue per week through manual audits conducted by employees
Financial Advisor
Lakeshore Financial Group
Chicago, Illinois
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Assisted clients with preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions to assess and meet financial goals.
- Worked with clients to support understanding of rationale and details of financial strategies.
Fragrance Sales Associate
PUIG
Oak Brook, IL
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Listen to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products
- Greet customers and help with product questions, selections, and purchases
- Sell against competing fragrance companies
- Drive team revenue totals by bringing in over $50,000 in sales per season
Education
BBA - Finance
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL06.2021
Skills
- Workday
- Bilingual (Serbian/English)
- Microsoft Office
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
- Data Reporting (R)
- Coding (Java, HTML)
- Capital IQ
- Client relationships
- Problem-solving
- Bloomberg Terminal
Activities
Rambler Investment Fund
Senior Leader
- Forecast stock performance with thorough quantitative analysis and research
- Create professional-grade investment pitch, presented to senior leaders
- Collaborate on a student managed investment fund, valued over $1,000,000
Timeline
Consultant
TopBloc
11.2022 - Current
Financial Advisor
Lakeshore Financial Group
07.2022 - 12.2022
Part-Time Revenue Recovery Supervisor
UPS
01.2020 - 04.2025
Fragrance Sales Associate
PUIG
11.2019 - 02.2022
BBA - Finance
Loyola University of Chicago