Manager Management

Paul Ambrosini

**** ******* **** + Wadsworth, IL 60083

Home: 847-***-**** + Cell: 847-***-**** + **********@*******.***

Financial Industry Professional

. A driven, results-oriented individual with more than 20 years of

experience in the financial industry; background reflects achievements in

trading, operations, risk management, fund management and market analysis.

. Ability to add value to a financial firm by leveraging broad-based

experience in many aspects of the industry.

. A successful track record of increasing profitability through extensive

market knowledge, strong relationships with brokers, and expertise in

trading on domestic and international markets.

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Professional Experience

INDEPENDENT TRADER

Quest Capital Strategies, Lake Forest CA.

2010 - Current

While obtaining the Series 7 and 66 licenses, trading personal portfolio

using technical analysis and models to achieve returns.

. Currently sitting for Series 66 license.

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

2006 - 2009

Cire International LLC, Spring Grove, IL

Hand-picked by the CEO of Spurmaxim to establish, grow and manage a spin-

off hedge fund that focuses primarily on syndicates, IPOs, and

international equities. Directly accountable for the profitability of a

$3.5 million fund. Perform continuous monitoring of market trends and

developments to formulate profitable trading strategies.

. Outperformed the S&P 500 in the fund's startup year, while trading with a

lower beta; employed in-depth market knowledge to identify and capitalize

on market opportunities.

. Achieved consistent profitability for the fund by building and analyzing

trading models; minimized risk through sophisticated trading strategies,

technical analysis, and diligent market surveillance.

. Established strong, trusting alliances with brokers, which improved the

fund's performance and ability to gain larger allocations; leveraged

existing relationships to better capitalize on market opportunities;

gained entry into the institutional brokering market through effective

relationship development.

. Contributed to increased fund performance by effectively maneuvering

within European markets.

ASSISTANT TRADER 2005 - 2006

Spurmaxim, Cire International LLC, Spring Grove, IL

Planned, coordinated, and performed diverse trading and operational

activities for a $5 million hedge fund that specializes in syndicates,

IPOs, and international equities. Maintained daily trades, reconciled

accounts, resolved trade breaks, and maintained relationships with domestic

and international brokers.

INDEPENDENT TRADER 2001 -

2005

Developed and traded a personal portfolio of equities and options.

Achieved consistent profitability through market knowledge, trading

expertise, and extensive technical analysis.

STOCK BROKER 1993 -

2001

CIBC Oppenheimer, Chicago, IL, 2000-2001

Olde Financial, Chicago, IL, 1993-2000

Managed a book of business valued at more than $60 million. Cultivated a

diverse clientele including high net worth individuals. Assessed clients'

needs and financial goals and created effective money management

strategies.

Education

DePaul University, Chicago, IL - Bachelor of Arts in Economics, 2007. GPA

3.90

Licenses - Series 7, 63

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