ADDISON
XIONG
Calgary, Alberta
**************@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/addison-xiong
SKILLS
Conscientious: had earned recognition from supervisor for managing to get all jobs done carefully, punctually and consciously as a server
Teamwork: worked effectively with groupmates on several course projects, collaborated efficiently with co-workers as Underwriter Trainee and organized activities for Calgary Chinese Scholars and Students Association
Computer Proficiency: took several courses of programming languages including Python and Java, used R frequently in statistics, and familiarized with Microsoft Office
Interpersonal Skills: built a friendship with co-workers and connections with customers while working as a server
Analytical: analyzed data in different cases using computer software through course projects and had made 19% of profit by investing in security markets
Flexibility: adapted to changing circumstances and environments for different jobs and took on extra responsibility for each job
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science, and Statistics University of Calgary
SEP 2013 – JUN 2018
Minors: Economics & Applied Math
Honors:
Dean’s List (2014 – 2018)
GPA 3.77/4.00 for Stat major and 3.78/4.00 for ACSC major
University of Calgary International Undergraduate Awards (2014, 2015, 2016)
University of Calgary Entrance Scholarship (2013)
Relevant Courses & Projects:
Models for Financial Economics: Study of financial derivatives, valuation of derivatives using binomial trees, Black-Scholes-Merton equation, dynamic hedging, Brownian motion and Ito’s Lemma.
oIn the course project, I achieved a return on investment of 11% in one week by trading options in US stock.
Corporate Finance: Principles of financial instruments; sources and cost of capital; portfolio selection; CAPM and alternatives; dividend policy; taxation; stock valuation; risk management.
oPresented an analysis regarding the factors caused the 2008 Financial Crisis by explaining how investment banks failed at risk management and how authorities failed at regulation.
Notable Research Projects:
Statistical analysis of sample survey regarding factors that affect student loan amount
Time series project regarding trend of single-family house prices in Alberta and forecast
Comparison of Nike, Adidas and Under Armour in terms of their financial performance
Analysis of factors associated with baby’s birth weight using multiple linear regression
A research of DSP-based approach for the implementation of face recognition algorithms
EXPERIENCE
Server Tata Sushi
AUG 2017 – NOV 2017
With sound people skills served 40 customers daily, managed multiple tasks within tight deadlines, built positive relationships and skillfully handled customer complaints.
Effectively communicated with customers of all ages, clarified customer requests and tailored recommendations to specific preferences
Trained 2 new servers; handled cash; answered pick-up phone calls; collaborated with 6 co-workers to ensure customer satisfaction
Sandwich Artist Subway
SEP 2015 – APR 2016
Collaborated with colleagues during rush hours in an effective manner, contributing to a maximum daily sale of $6,000
Communicated with customers to recommend sandwiches for individual specifications
Provided customers with prompt and quality service, built strong relationships with regular customers
Reconciled cash and receipts on a daily basis with high attention to details
Underwriter Trainee China Pacific Insurance Group
JUN 2015– SEP 2015
Reviewed over 50 individual applications for property insurance to evaluate the degree of risk involved, determined acceptance of applications based on guidelines
Researched local insurance policies, analyzed historic claims for overall familiarity and practice
Communicated with sales department to clarify issues regarding applications, suggested changes needed to be made in agreements to meet mutual interests
VOLUNTEER/ACTIVITY
Volunteer Calgary Chinese Community Service Association
OCT 2016 – PRESENT
Assist elderly in the community through regular nursing home visits
Make donations to the Care and Share food program & Goodwill on a continual basis
Vice President Calgary Chinese Scholars and Students Association
SEP 2015– APR 2016
Led the Division of Student Life, providing broad oversight of all Student Association activities, maintained a good relationship between school, students, staff and faculties
Planned and executed all events and extra-curricular activities hosted by Student Association