James Gannon

James Gannon

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Rising Junior at UA With Double Major in Finance and Economics, and Minor in Value Investing | Pursuing BS in Business Administration | Portfolio Manager of the Capstone Asset Management Society

  • Education

    • The University of Alabama

      2022 - 2026
      Bachelor of Science - BS Majors in Finance and Economics | Minor in Value Investing

      Activities and Societies: Capstone Asset Management Society, Student Government Association, Alabama Finance Association, Student Accounting Association, Delta Tau Delta, Honors College, Presidents and Dean's List

    • Lockport Township High School East

      2018 - 2022

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, AP Merit Scholar, Varsity Football

  • Experience

    • Pro Jersey Sports

      May 2021 - May 2022
      Sales Associate

      - Worked hands on with customers assisting them in selecting from plethora of products - Collaborated with diverse staff of employees- Carried out reports and analysis with financials and sales within storefront

    • Challenge Fitness

      Jun 2022 - May 2023
      Fitness Attendant

      - Kept track of memberships and list of payments of Fitness Club through Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets - Worked with Information Systems to maintain membership data and statistics

    • Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity

      Aug 2022 - now
      Philanthropy Coordinator

      - Work with Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to organize fundraisers and community service events - Promote awareness for the JDRF in efforts to raise money for Type 1 Diabetes Research and Advocacy

    • Alabama Finance Association

      Sept 2022 - now
      Member

      - Attends professional development events throughout the semester with a diverse array of speakers with strong financial experience - Strong exposure and networking with business professionals from numerous banks and financial services

    • Crystal Tree Country Club

      May 2023 - May 2024
      Bagroom Associate

      - Maintains close connections with members and holds strong customer service experience- Works hands on with Pro Shop Associates to provide beneficial and new experiences- Collaborates with fellow associates to improve country club and golf course

    • University of Alabama Student Government Association

      Aug 2023 - now
      External Affairs Committee, Campaign Team

      - Collaborates with and overlook committee of members that provides resource to the Executive cabinet and council - Displays strong initiative by providing community support to the diverse student body - Maintains strong relationship within differing student organizations and clubs

    • Capstone Asset Management Society

      Sept 2023 - now

      - Collaborate with team to build investment pitches that include industry analysis, comparable analysis, SWOT, and DCF model in Microsoft Excel- Compile industry newsletters to give members an update on committee holdings and current sector news- Presented various stock pitches that was selected by group for portfolio investment (KKR, JPM, BEZ) - Engages in additional course curriculum covering an overview of corporate valuation techniques, portfolio management, equity research, and financial analysis- Oversees $500,000 in paper trade with investments in stocks, fixed income, and mutual funds

      • Portfolio Manager

        Apr 2024 - now
      • Head of Financials Committee

        Jan 2024 - now
      • Equity Research Analyst

        Sept 2023 - now
    • Delta Sigma Pi

      Oct 2023 - now
      Member
    • Accounting Student Association

      Jan 2024 - now
      Member
    • Goldman Sachs

      Apr 2024 - now

      -Selected from over 10,000 applicants to participate in a 4-week summer virtual insight series-Receiving training and preparation for the recruitment process by perfecting my interviewing skills and polishing the resume-Cultivating the understanding of the firm’s business and skill which can be applied universally-Working with peers to strengthen technical and interpersonal skills while expanding the professional network

      • Incoming 2025 Asset Management Summer Analyst

        Aug 2024 - now
      • Goldman Sachs Virtual Insight Series

        Apr 2024 - Aug 2024
    • Ryan Specialty

      May 2024 - Jul 2024
      Risk Management Intern
    • The University of Alabama

      Oct 2024 - now
      Faculty Research Scholar
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to James Gannon
      Presidential Scholar University of Alabama Apr 2022
    • Awarded to James Gannon
      AP Merit Scholar - Aug 2018
    • Awarded to James Gannon
      President’s List - Awarded to students earning a 4.0 GPA average