Joseph Sweda
1910 Summit Street, Columbus, OH, 43210 | (248) 880-0776 | sweda.4@osu.edu
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
• Specialization of Accounting and Finance with a Minor in Spanish
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5, Dean’s List (2012-2014)
• Fisher College of Business Scholarship Award (2014-2015)
• Business Scholars Program Graduate and Mentor
Columbus, OH
Expected May 2016
Fisher Global Lab Study Abroad Program
• Visited European companies from various industries throughout Italy and Ireland
• Learned and experienceabout the different cultures in business in Europe
Fisher Futures Investment Banking Program
• 1 of 9 students selected to participate in the highly competitive faculty selected program
• Wall Street Prep Trained and Certified in Financial Modeling
• The program consists of learning technical skills, qualitative skills, and the culture of investment banking
Cluster Program Member – Energy & Sustainability
• Collaborate with companies such as Alcoa, Owens Corning, and Grief about and improving sustainability in their
current business activities
WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Hilliard Lyons Investment Firm
Financial Consultant Intern
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Grand Blanc, Michigan (Branch office)
June 2014 - August 2014
Provided research and analysis to the Personal Financial Consultants for high net worth individuals
Determined the match of the asset allocation of the portfolio compared to the risk tolerance level of portfolios
Researched into the different capital markets for investment opportunities for the Personal Financial Consultants
Tasked with the project to analyze and evaluate efficiency and utilization of research software by Personal Financial
Consultants in Branch Offices
Discovered potential missed opportunities for Personal Financial Consultants with software utilization
Presented findings and recommendations to Executive Board to enhance proficiency of software usage and subsequent
client interaction
Walnut Creek Country Club
Assistant Mechanic
• Assisted in the creation and repair of equipment on the golf course
South Lyon, Michigan
June 2013-August 2013
Goldman Sachs
Job Shadowing of Investment and Commercial Bankers
• Discussed industry trends, career paths, and future employment
New York City, NY
December 2012
SKILLS & INTERESTS
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Languages: Spanish (Close to Fluency)
Activities: Amateur Soccer Team Member
Interests: Personal Fitness (participated in weight lifting competitions and Tough Mudder)