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Sam Roper

Fort Smith,AR

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Decision Analytics & Risk Modeling

Independent Analytical Experience
01.2023 - Current
  • Identified mispriced outcomes through comparative analysis and assumption testing, enhancing decision-making precision
  • Implemented risk controls and position-sizing frameworks to mitigate downside exposure and reduce variability in outcomes
  • Achieved consistent positive expected value over an extended period, validating analytical methods through real-world outcomes
  • Applied probability-based analysis and expected value modeling to evaluate decisions under uncertainty
  • Documented methodologies and results, facilitating ongoing model refinement and ensuring robust review processes

Landscaper

Construction & Landscaping Roles
Fort Smith, AR
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Exhibited reliability, safety awareness, and effective time management in physically demanding work environments to ensure project completion on schedule

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Insurance & Risk Management, Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
05.2026

Skills

  • Financial & Spreadsheet Modeling
  • Scenario modeling
  • Probability & Risk Analysis
  • Sensitivity analysis
  • Uncertainty decision-making
  • Analytical reporting
  • Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
  • Insurance & Underwriting Fundamentals

Projects

Risk Management Strategies for Small Businesses in Underdeveloped Regions: A Case Study in Quelimane, Mozambique, Honors Capstone, University of Central Arkansas, 2024-2026, Developed a scenario-based expected value (EV) framework to evaluate small-business profitability under uncertain operating conditions, Modeled probability-weighted monthly profit outcomes to support structured, data-driven decision-making, Built Excel-based financial and risk models using scenario tables, explicit assumptions, and sensitivity testing, Translated quantitative results into actionable business insights through written analysis, summary tables, and visual comparisons, Applied risk management principles to assess downside exposure, viability thresholds, and operational trade-offs

Awards

  • Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame Scholarship (2x Recipient)
  • Brumbelow Insurance Scholarship

Independent Experience

Decision Analytics & Risk Modeling, Independent, 2023-Present, Applied probability-based analysis and expected value modeling to evaluate decisions under uncertainty, Identified mispriced outcomes through comparative analysis and disciplined assumption testing, Implemented risk controls and position-sizing frameworks to manage downside exposure and variability, Achieved consistent positive expected value over an extended period, validating analytical methods through real-world outcomes, Documented methodologies and results to support continuous model refinement and review

Timeline

Decision Analytics & Risk Modeling

Independent Analytical Experience
01.2023 - Current

Landscaper

Construction & Landscaping Roles
06.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Insurance & Risk Management, Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Central Arkansas
Sam Roper