Ryan Yates
The Motley Fool
Dallas,TX
2
years of professional experience
Hardworking college student with strong customer service skills, good communication, and a positive attitude. Reliable, quick learner, works well under pressure.
Work History
Intern
- Conducted research on investment strategies to support content development for various platforms.
- Collaborated with team members to analyze financial data and produce insightful reports.
- Developed and maintained organizational tools to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Waitstaff
1 Year 8 Months- Delivered highly personalized dining experiences for high-net-worth residents, consistently recognized by management for elevating resident satisfaction and strengthening long-term retention
- Handled setup and execution of a 3-course wine tour for 20+ residents, coordinating logistics and guest experience to ensure smooth operation
- Supervised 5+ tables per shift, anticipating resident preferences and accommodating special requests, earning repeat requests and positive feedback
Service Center (Promotion)
7 Months- Operated front-desk services for a Division 1 university recreation center, ensuring proper equipment checkout and compliance with campus access policies
- Completed end-of-shift reconciliations and processed memberships, guest passes, and invoices with 100% accuracy, ensuring proper revenue tracking and audit readiness
- Processed ~10 guest passes per shift, along with locker rentals and room reservations, maintaining accurate transactions and records
Facility Assistant
1 Year 7 Months- Managed gym facility access, monitored safety protocols, and served as first line of security for 200+ daily members, ensuring a secure and organized environment
- Supervised and coordinated member check-ins, resolving conflicts and providing high-level customer service under pressure. Trained and guided new team members on facility operations and safety procedures
- Guided new hires through shadow shifts, reinforcing safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure smooth daily operations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance (Financial Management/Investments Concentration)
- Relevant Coursework & Key Achievements:
- Business Information Systems: Developed Excel financial models & reports
- Data Analysis: Applied statistical techniques to interpret datasets & identify trends
- Principles of Finance: Built understanding of valuation, investment analysis, & corporate finance
Skills
Microsoft Excel: Applied in Business Information Systems for data analysis
financial modeling
and reporting
Tableau & Data Analysis: Created dashboards and visualized trends in Marketing projects
translating data into actionable business insights
Teamwork and collaboration
Quick learner
Fast learner
Problem-solving
Timeline
Intern
The Motley Fool
07.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Service Center (Promotion)
UREC Wellness
03.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Waitstaff
Ventana By Buckner
05.2024 - 01.2026Read More
Facility Assistant
UREC Wellness
03.2024 - 10.2025Read More
University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Finance (Financial Management/Investments Concentration)
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