Excel (PivotTables, Lookups, Scenario Analysis), PowerPoint, Python

Ashley Kang

Irvine, CA **************@*****.*** 562-***-**** linkedin.com/in/ashleykangg

EDUCATION

University of California, Irvine B.S. in Applied and Computational Mathematics Graduation: June 2027 Relevant Coursework: Quantitative Economics, Abstract Mathematics, Probability & Stochastic Processes, Statistics, Programming for Numerical Analysis & Data Science, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics EXPERIENCE

Acorns - Financial Services July 2025 - Present

Ambassador Irvine, CA

● Tracked user acquisition KPIs (referrals, downloads) to forecast engagement trends, contributing to an 18% increase in app installs over two weeks and a 22% improvement in lead-to-conversion forecast accuracy

● Analyzed prior campaign performance trends and translated insights into action plans to improve ROI

● Collaborated with cross-functional marketing teams to test new messaging and tracked impact on financial behavior

● Leveraged on-campus data to identify cost-effective growth strategies with a focus on LTV and CAC metrics Matcha Reiwa April 2025 - June 2025

Lead Business Analyst Irvine, CA

● Created pro forma statements and multi-scenario revenue models to support $2.3M+ in projected sales over two years

● Conducted pricing, margin, and sensitivity analyses to improve profitability across three primary revenue channels

● Compiled monthly financial reports to stakeholders, leading to a $100K product line expansion initiative

● Evaluated unit economics via breakeven points, CAGR trends, and payout ratios to assess investment potential, while partnering with leadership to model funding requirements and support decision-making around growth investments LEADERSHIP & EXTRACURRICULARS

Math Finance Club July 2025 - Present

Athletic Apparel Financial Benchmarking Report Irvine, CA

● Led a three year financial benchmarking across Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour to analyze company profitability

● Built 10+ Excel models to automate KPI tracking including gross margin and ROE for competitive benchmarking

● Performed financial statement analysis to highlight Nike’s 44.69% gross margin and 12.71% operating margin

● Delivered presentations using 8+ data visualizations to communicate findings and athletic apparel industry trends TIDE SPARK Future Leaders Program July 2025

Financial Analyst Dana Point, CA

● Engaged with 20+ institutional investors to understand budgeting, portfolio management, and fund formation

● Completed 7+ technical hands-on workshops in DCF modeling, financial statement analysis, and LBO structures

● Trained under professionals from CalPERS, Oaktree Capital, and Cambridge Associates on ESG and fund strategy

● Collaborated with PE and M&A professionals on company valuation, thesis development, and post-deal analysis Artificial Intelligence Club @ UC Irvine June 2025 - Present Vice President of Treasury Irvine, CA

● Led club’s annual budget planning process of AI events, partnering with 15+ board members and CampusRep

● Coordinated with sponsorship team to align funding goals with financial needs, targeting a 23% boost in annual funds

● Introduced quarterly reporting practices to improve transparency and support data-driven decisions by the board

● Initiated development of standardized budgeting to improve planning for the club’s yearly AWS Hackathon

● Designed Excel-based financial dashboards to monitor monthly spending trends and identify budget variances UCI Alpha Kappa Psi - Professional Business Organization April 2025 - Present Investment Analyst - Stock Pitch Competition Irvine, CA

● Conducted equity valuation of Amazon using DCF and comparables, projecting a 25.1% upside with a $241.59 target price, forecasting 10% YoY revenue growth, driven by AWS expansion and macroeconomic tailwinds

● Ranked top three in a competition judged by 20+ venture capitalists, delivering a pitch centered on growth drivers

● Evaluated financial impact of AI integration and global e-commerce expansion on Amazon’s long-term profitability

● Modeled sensitivity scenarios to analyze downside risks and test valuation assumptions under changing conditions SKILLS & INTERESTS

Skills: Excel (PivotTables, Lookups, Scenario Analysis), PowerPoint, Tableau, QuickBooks, Python (pandas, NumPy) Interests: Traveling, Fitness, Thrifting, Cafe Hopping

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