Resume
Sterling Schmidt
14206 Chimney House Rd, Midlothian, VA, 23112
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EDUCATION
Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN
College of Arts and Sciences in Economics Expected May 2020
� GPA: 3.55 / 4.0; ACT: 35
� Honors: Dean�s List � Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017; Yearly Merit/Need Based Scholarship
� Relevant Coursework: Vanderbilt Finance Development Program; Advanced Financial Accounting; Economic Statistics; Econometric Methods; Economic Growth; Principles of Finance
WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Matrix Capital Markets Group Richmond, VA
Downstream Energy and Convenience Retail Investment Banking Summer Analyst June 2018 � July 2018
� Stood responsible for supporting the creation of in-depth financial models, performing detailed financial analysis and valuation of active engagements and prospective clients
� Conducted market research on behalf of the company for a myriad of industries, via a number of different sources, in order to find potential clients for transactions
� Maintained the firm�s proprietary database of potential buyers and capital sources
Phi Gamma Delta Vanderbilt University, TN
Fraternity President November 2017- November 2018
� Served as Phi Gamma Delta�s representative to the university and community
� Remained officer-in-charge and head of risk management for each registered fraternity social event in order to ensure the safety of guests and brothers
� Resided over weekly chapter meetings to discuss fraternity events and projects
� Worked with cabinet and respective chapter committees to organize and develop social, brotherhood, community service, philanthropy, etc. events and budgets
Colonial Construction Materials Manakin Sabot, VA
Summer Hire May 2017 � August 2017
� Collaborated with engineers on site to plan silt fence placement and erosion control measures
� Worked with contractors to install and implement these products, monitor their functionality, and replace faulty structure after extended use
Swim Club Management Group Midlothian, VA
Manager on Duty April 2015 � September 2015
� Addressed any patron�s request or complaint to the best of my ability in order to ensure the comfort of patrons and smoothness of day-to-day operations
� Ensured the safety of the pool�s patrons and staff by implementing typical safety measures and managing daily tasks to ensure the multi-pool complex ran smoothly
� Managed 4-5 lifeguards to carry out daily tasks, stand rotations, and opening/closing duties
� Monitored pool water pump, chemicals, pH, etc. and maintained responsibility for notifying regional headquarters as to when equipment/chemicals needed replacement
SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Activities: Investment Club; First Generation Finance Club; Volunteer at Mary Parish Center for domestic abuse; Other fraternity community service projects
Interests: Extensive hiking and fishing; Running; Intramural soccer
Sterling Schmidt
14206 Chimney House Rd, Midlothian, VA, 23112
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EDUCATION
Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN
College of Arts and Sciences in Economics Expected May 2020
� GPA: 3.55 / 4.0; ACT: 35
� Honors: Dean�s List � Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017; Yearly Merit/Need Based Scholarship
� Relevant Coursework: Vanderbilt Finance Development Program; Advanced Financial Accounting; Economic Statistics; Econometric Methods; Economic Growth; Principles of Finance
WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Matrix Capital Markets Group Richmond, VA
Downstream Energy and Convenience Retail Investment Banking Summer Analyst June 2018 � July 2018
� Stood responsible for supporting the creation of in-depth financial models, performing detailed financial analysis and valuation of active engagements and prospective clients
� Conducted market research on behalf of the company for a myriad of industries, via a number of different sources, in order to find potential clients for transactions
� Maintained the firm�s proprietary database of potential buyers and capital sources
Phi Gamma Delta Vanderbilt University, TN
Fraternity President November 2017- November 2018
� Served as Phi Gamma Delta�s representative to the university and community
� Remained officer-in-charge and head of risk management for each registered fraternity social event in order to ensure the safety of guests and brothers
� Resided over weekly chapter meetings to discuss fraternity events and projects
� Worked with cabinet and respective chapter committees to organize and develop social, brotherhood, community service, philanthropy, etc. events and budgets
Colonial Construction Materials Manakin Sabot, VA
Summer Hire May 2017 � August 2017
� Collaborated with engineers on site to plan silt fence placement and erosion control measures
� Worked with contractors to install and implement these products, monitor their functionality, and replace faulty structure after extended use
Swim Club Management Group Midlothian, VA
Manager on Duty April 2015 � September 2015
� Addressed any patron�s request or complaint to the best of my ability in order to ensure the comfort of patrons and smoothness of day-to-day operations
� Ensured the safety of the pool�s patrons and staff by implementing typical safety measures and managing daily tasks to ensure the multi-pool complex ran smoothly
� Managed 4-5 lifeguards to carry out daily tasks, stand rotations, and opening/closing duties
� Monitored pool water pump, chemicals, pH, etc. and maintained responsibility for notifying regional headquarters as to when equipment/chemicals needed replacement
SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Activities: Investment Club; First Generation Finance Club; Volunteer at Mary Parish Center for domestic abuse; Other fraternity community service projects
Interests: Extensive hiking and fishing; Running; Intramural soccer