Christopher Schwartz

Christopher Schwartz

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Recent graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business

  • Education

    • Gen Douglas Macarthur Senior High School

      2017 - 2021
      Advanced Regents Diploma with Distinction General Studies 99.3/100

      Activities and Societies: Treasurer @ National Honor Society President @ New York State Business & Marketing Honor Society Treasurer @ Key Club Math Honor Society Foreign Language Honor Society Varsity Football Varsity Track & Field Quiz Bowl Athletes for a Better Community Club I attended General Douglas MacArthur High School in Levittown, NY from September 2017 to June 2021. I graduated with an Advanced NYS Regents Diploma with Distinction. During this time, I participated in various leadership roles within MacArthur and the wider Levittown School District, spanning honor societies, community service organizations, and varsity sports teams.

    • Hofstra University

      2021 - 2024
      Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Finance and Sustainability Studies 3.94 GPA / Summa Cum Laude

      Activities and Societies: Rabinowitz Honors College Mentor Dean's Business Scholar Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society President @ Hardline Capital Financial Operations Manager @ The Zarb Student-run Bookstore Treasurer @ Leaders for Environmental Action and Fellowship ("LEAF") I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Hofstra University's AACSB-Accredited Zarb School of Business and Rabinowitz Honors College with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and a minor in Sustainability Studies. During this time, I represented the school in various global competitions, completed several internships in the financial services industry, and served in leadership roles on campus.

  • Experience

    • EBay

      Feb 2015 - Jul 2023
      Seller

      Garnered a feedback rating of over 100 positive transactions and accumulated over $4,500 in sales.Fulfilled numerous customer special requests and issues accordingly and effectively to customers' ultimate satisfaction.Created 300+ listings marketed and priced efficiently to ensure a high number of impressions.Shipped 200+ orders within the proper timeframes and conditions outlined in the listing.

    • EmPower Solar

      Aug 2020 - Aug 2020
      Warehouse Assistant

      Organized and prepared kits daily for solar panel installation at various construction sites.Cleaned and organized our 400-square-foot warehouse to ensure daily operations ran smoothly.Liquidated unutilized construction equipment using E-commerce channels.

    • Harmon Face Values

      Aug 2021 - Mar 2023
      Sales Associate

      Organized various displays containing 200+ unique products, ensuring that all merchandise is neatly displayed to encourage branch sales growth.Handled 200+ transactions per week to build profits needed to continue operations of an NYC-level branchConsistently enrolled over 50% of weekly customers for in-store rewards programs to cultivate loyalty and encourage returning business.Organized, straightened, and sanitized the 5,000-square-foot storefront to ensure an exceptional shopping experience.Trained 3-5 new employees quarterly to ensure they know the company's proper procedures and values. Show less

    • Hardline Capital

      Sept 2021 - May 2024

      • Orchestrated weekly meetings for 30+ active members and facilitated discussions regarding the latest in markets and policy• Nominated among the top 5% of organizations for "Most Improved Student Organization" for the Spring 2024 semester• Bolstered attendance by 50% by incorporating innovative meeting guidelines and directing several networking events• Pioneered several new event ideas, including a locally-run book drive, soft skills workshops, and alumni roundtables• Worked closely with 3 other senior E-board members to direct the club and provide mentorship guidance to underclassmen Show less

      • President

        Dec 2023 - May 2024
      • Vice President

        May 2023 - Dec 2023
      • Associate

        Sept 2021 - May 2023
    • Altice USA

      Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
      Financial Planning Summer Analyst

      •Audited hundreds of charges from billing invoices received from major energy supplier involved in fiber optic build-out• Recovered $400,000 In erroneous charges by uncovering several discrepancies through analysis of electric usage bills• Collaborated closely with 3 others to create and present a cohesive slide deck explaining trends and total expected recovery• Engaged with 10+ vendors to contribute to overall cost-cutting measures for the Field Operations cost center

    • The Berliner-Brodlieb Family Student-Managed Investment Fund

      Sept 2022 - May 2024

      • Proactively managed $500,000 in various securities that drove significant returns & consistently outperformed benchmarks• Generated over 40% in returns over one semester while producing four equity research reports and covering three holdings• Operated and supervised 34 Bloomberg Terminals to conduct fundamental and ESG analysis for potential investments

      • Senior Equity Analyst

        Sept 2023 - May 2024
      • Junior Equity Analyst

        Sept 2022 - Sept 2023
    • Hofstra University

      Jan 2023 - May 2024

      • Drove $7,000+ in revenue over 6 months while employing financial data analysis, market research, and event creation skills• Spearheaded a 30% growth in sales by embarking on cross-functional projects between marketing & data analytics teams• Monitored and adjusted pricing strategies for over 30 unique items sold in the student-run business while sourcing new products• Directly managed a team of 3 individuals involved in financial analysis, event planning, and creation of financial statements Show less

      • Trading Room Assistant

        Sept 2023 - May 2024
      • Financial Operations Manager - The Student-Run Zarb Bookstore

        Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
    • Race Awesome Inc

      Mar 2023 - Jan 2024
      Social Media Manager
    • Office of the New York City Comptroller

      May 2023 - Aug 2023
      ESG Asset Management Summer Analyst

      • Composed memos detailing industry advancements for the fourth-largest pension system in the US with $240B+ AUM• Accelerated the development of an assessment framework to evaluate managers of real estate and private/public equities• Analyzed and connected with 15+ managers to document progress toward complying with the ambitious NYC net zero goals• Compiled and reviewed 10+ questionnaire responses pinpointing manager ESG and DEI policies across multiple asset classes

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Series 7

      FINRA
      Feb 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Bloomberg Market Concepts

      Bloomberg
      Jun 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Office 2019)

      Microsoft
      Feb 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • CFA Program Level II Candidate

      CFA Institute
      Oct 2025
    • LEED Green Associate

      Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
      Oct 2024
    • Series 63

      NASAA
      Feb 2025
    • Swaps Proficiency Exam

      National Futures Association
      Mar 2025
    • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)

      FINRA
      Sept 2024
    • Environmental Social Governance Certificate

      Bloomberg
      Dec 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • OSHA 10-Hour

      OSHA Safety Training Institute
      Aug 2020
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Dean's List Spring 2024 Janet A. Lenaghan - Dean of Frank G. Zarb of Business at Hofstra University and Lutisha S. Vickerie - Associate Dean, Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University May 2024 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 3.7 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Dean’s List Fall 2023 Janet A. Lenaghan - Dean of Frank G. Zarb of Business at Hofstra University and Lutisha S. Vickerie - Associate Dean, Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University Dec 2023 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 3.7 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Provost’s List Spring 2023 Charles G. Riordan, PhD Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs May 2023 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 4.0 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Provost’s List Fall 2022 Charles G. Riordan, PhD Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Dec 2022 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 4.0 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Dean’s List Spring 2022 Janet A. Lenaghan - Dean of Frank G. Zarb of Business at Hofstra University and Lutisha S. Vickerie - Associate Dean, Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University May 2022 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 3.7 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Beta Gamma Sigma Lifetime Member Beta Gamma Sigma, Inc. Apr 2022 BGS recognizes and honors the top 10% of undergraduate students, top 20% of graduate students, and all doctoral candidates from around the world in business schools accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Provost’s List Fall 2021 Charles G. Riordan, PhD Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Dec 2021 Awarded to Hofstra students who achieve a GPA of 4.0 and complete at least 12 semester hours.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Zarb Dean’s Business Scholar Janet A. Lenaghan - Dean of Frank G. Zarb of Business at Hofstra University and Lutisha S. Vickerie - Associate Dean, Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University Sep 2021 Program that attracts high-achieving Zarb school of Business students that are provided with exclusive career enrichment opportunities.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Excellence in Business Education General Douglas MacArthur High School Jun 2021 Awarded to 3 students in graduating senior class most involved in business classes and organizations on campus
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Levittown Council of Parent Teacher Association Memorial Award Scholarship Levittown Public School District Jun 2021 Awarded to 5 MacArthur High School Senior students for dedication to servitude to the community as well as the Levittown PTA
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Nassau County Comptroller High School Innovation Award Nassau County Office of the Comptroller Jun 2021 Nominated as only student from graduating class to be entered for special recognition of interest in innovation and entrepreneurship as well as widespread involvement in the greater community in club leadership, Varsity sports teams, as well as stellar academic performance. Nominees must write an essay depicting their interests in math, finance, and accounting and what their interests are for their future career.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Patrick J. McDonald, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Levittown Public School District Jun 2021 Awarded to 1 student with a GPA of 85 or more in Social Studies throughout high school and must have taken at least one Social Studies course beyond the required four credits. Must also be actively involved in at least two extracurricular activities. Reward was given to a qualified candidate with the most moving, inspirational essay about the impact that Social Studies courses have had on his/her life thus far.
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Hofstra University Presidential Scholarship Hofstra University May 2021 Awarded an undergraduate scholarship renewable for up to 8 semesters to Hofstra University, typically awarded to just a quarter of incoming first-year undergraduate students
    • Awarded to Christopher Schwartz
      Achievement in Writing Irish Cultural Society of the Garden City Area Apr 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Race Staff

      Issued by Race Awesome Inc on May 2018
      Race Awesome IncAssociated with Christopher Schwartz
    • Treasurer of MacArthur High School Chapter

      Issued by Key Club International on Sept 2017
      Key Club InternationalAssociated with Christopher Schwartz
    • Treasurer of MacArthur High School Chapter

      Issued by National Honor Society on Sept 2020
      National Honor SocietyAssociated with Christopher Schwartz