Nico Folz

Experience

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  H2O Lifeguard and Recreational Management

  May 2021 - Sept 2021

  Head Lifeguard

  Supervised and organized activities for up to 25 swimmers, enforced pool policies and COVID-19 guidelines, performed rescues and provided emergency care, and collaborated with staff to maintain and operate pool equipment.

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  H2O Lifeguard and Recreational Management

  May 2022 - Sept 2022

  Regional Supervisor

  Directly oversaw operations of 10 sites and 50 staff at various privately owned pools in Ottawa, maintained relationships with clients and pool property managers, scheduled, trained and mentored staff team of lifeguards and ensured pool adherence to municipal health and safety guidelines.

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  Western Quantum Club

  Nov 2022 - now

  Co-Founder

  Leading operations and long-term strategy, focusing on Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence solutions for business. Led the development of a Markowitz Portfolio Optimization Algorithm, catalyzing a continuous effort to outperform the S&P500 Index.

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  OSL Retail Services

  May 2023 - Sept 2023

  Finance Intern

  Specializing in supply chain logistics for Ted Baker NA, I utilized advanced Excel techniques, Microsoft Power Automate's AI, and VBA to streamline workflows, contributing to the successful filing of $1,000,000 in claims with the CBP as part of the Duty Drawbacks Team.

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  Pillar To Post Home Inspectors

  Apr 2024 - Sept 2024

  Finance & Operations Intern

  Conducted research on business performance and performed data analysis to optimize our franchise recruitment model. Additionally, I developed Excel VBA Macros to streamline and speed up internal accounting processes.

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  Capficiency Private Equity

  May 2025 - now

  Summer Intern