LAKHAN KUMAR
***-** **** ******, ********, NY ***66 • 347-***-**** • *************@*****.***
EDUCATION
Binghamton University, State University of New York Binghamton, NY Binghamton, NY
Bachelor of Science Specialization in Financial Economics May 2017
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology May 2017
Dean’s List: Fall 2015 – Spring 2016
Finance Society, Binghamton University August 2015 – May 2017
Attended weekly presentations and round-table discussions in which I researched and learned about current financial events
Competed in equity research and portfolio management competitions
Analyzed various companies and competed in valuation projects
BU Data Science and Analytics, Binghamton University November 2016 – May 2017
Roundtable weekly discussions and research on data warehousing
Advanced training on Excel, SQL, Python. R, and various data analytics software’s
Gained necessary computing skills to then efficiently and effectively present data
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Epic Commercial Realty New York, NY
Market/Financial Analysis Internship May 2016 – August 2016
Researched and analyzed various localized real estate factors relating company’s properties
Managed calls to assist with clients and agents’ needs. Maintained professionalism and proper etiquette through all forms of communications
Worked with teams to create weekly financial analysis, marketing, and acquisitions report. Led weekly meetings to summarize weekly financial activities
Met with investors and used various real estate tools to aid investors in their decisions
Updated and maintained online resources for investor use via company’s online partnered platforms
New York Public Interest Research Group, (NYPIRG) Binghamton, NY - New York, NY
Vice President/ Market Research Analyst September 2012 – June 2015
• Conducted daily cold calls to raise awareness within the community about core NYPIRG campaigns
• Analyzed and assisted in legislative policies regarding the DREAM Act, Anti-Hydraulic Fracturing, Consumer Protection (Financial Services), and other core NYPIRG objectives
Attended multiple conferences with representatives in Albany, NY to discuss policy-changing issues
Director of the Hunger and Homelessness campaign. Participated in many food drives and walkathons
Created multiple analysis reports, organized events, and researched strategies regarding environmental protection, consumer rights, higher education, government reform, voter registration, and mass transit
Boosted funding of NYPIRG from the Student Association from $0 to a $1,000 budget due to excellent community outreach
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Theta Delta Chi Fraternity Binghamton, NY
President May 2015 – May 2016
• Delegated and organized many philanthropic, communal, and fundraising events, Including –
Mental Health Awareness Live Music Event, over $1,500 raised
Participated the Fraternity in a Safe Street Program (Local Parks clean up and maintenance)
Participated in multiple Autism Awareness events, CHOW food drives, and Inter Fraternal community improvement programs
Represented the fraternity to National Organization, Inter Fraternity Council. Leader of all Fraternity operations balancing the fraternity’s $18,000 per semester budget
Gained public communications skills. Oversaw the Executive Board and the 45 active Fraternity Brothers
Awarded Gold Medal in creating an Outstanding Risk Management Policy by Binghamton University Inter Fraternity Council
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, R, EViews, MATLAB, Python
Extracurricular Activities: Relay for Life, Make a Wish Foundation, UNICEF, Red Cross
Interests: Investments, Monetary Policy, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, TEDx, Music (DJing), Cooking, Sports, Fashion
Languages: Fluent in English, Fluent in Hindi, Intermediate proficiency in Italian