John W. Wadman, MBA

Experience

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  Constitution Research & Management, Inc.

  Aug 2009 - Feb 2022

  Investment Analyst / Trader

  Treasurer and director of finances for an investment fund that targets the healthcare, consumer, and energy sectors. Looking for companies that can disrupt and/or are unique to their respective industries with exceptional management teams, strong balance sheets, and potential for rapid earnings. This analysis has allowed us to exceed the benchmark by 10% annually 3 of the past 5 years, providing our clients with outstanding returns. Budget & Operations: Upon being promoted to Treasurer, I reduced the firm's expenses by 11%. I manage all the firm's cash flow with precise analysis of financial statements; as well as, vendor selection and scenario creations. Full P&L responsibilities.Investment Management: Exceeded benchmark index over the past 2 years by meeting with upper management of publicly traded firms, determining fundamentals underlying a company’s positioning, and analyzing financial statements to identify undervalued firms with high growth. Currently, leading the benchmark by 2.0+%Stakeholder Engagement: Developed all marketing materials for current and potential clients while also processing all SEC filings. Show less

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  Toastmasters International

  Jun 2015 - Feb 2017

  Increased visibility of club and Toastmasters International via social media including Twitter, Facebook, and Meetup; as well as, traditional channels via flyers and brochures As Vice President Public Relations I am part of the executive committee, participating in decision making and direction of the club.Assisted club in obtaining President's Distinguished designation 2 consecutive years. Mentored 4 members in public speaking and leadership. Member of the executive committee, chaired contest, evaluated speakers, and leading meetings. Coordinated all meetings prior to start from arrangement, promotions, and welcoming of guests.Obtained the Communication and Leadership designations.

  • Vice President Public Relations

    Jun 2016 - Feb 2017

  • Sergeant at Arms

    Jun 2015 - May 2016
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  Toastmasters International

  Jul 2018 - Jun 2019

  President

  President of the After Five Bell Towers Toastmaster Club responsible for fulfilling the mission of our club. Led the five person officer team that supported, assisted and promoted the club that provided members with the tools to lead.Obtained President's Distinguished Club award; the highest recognition bestowed upon a Toastmaster club by attaining a series of 9 goals that delivered a higher quality club experience.Met with former presidents of the club; as well as, current presidents of competitor clubs to understand our strengths and weaknesses and incorporated ideas to produce better meetings. Reached out to former members for input and feedback of what areas we can improve on and areas we excelled at.Assembled two successful open houses with over 50 guests attending. Created a speech contest when not required to by Toastmasters International.Mentored three members to help them become better communicators and to understand how to become better leaders.Created agendas for all officer meetings so officer team can be better prepared and produced a more productive meeting.Connected with the Kenan-Flagler MBA clubs at University Of North Carolina in an attempt to create partnerships; whereas, most placed us in the MBA newsletters and referred students to the club. Show less

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  Vetulae LLC

  Feb 2022 - now

  Founder

  Full-time stock and options trader