Keyur Patel
586.202.3509

46345 Glen Pointe Drive, Shelby Township, Michigan 48315

EDUCATION 

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Bachelor of Arts, Economics, May 2009
GPA: 3.3/4.0
Honors: Dean  's List 2006 - 2007, Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society
Relevant Coursework: Financial Economics / Financial Accounting / Managerial
Accounting / Capital Markets and Portfolio Analysis / Financial Management /
American Industries

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Global Investment Club 
January 2008 - April 2009
Member

 *  Learned fundamentals of various investment vehicles such as stocks and
derivatives
 *  Developed investment research and portfolio management skills through
investment competitions, resulting in first place finish for club investment
challenge
 *  Sharpened accounting and valuation knowledge by leading discussion on
financial statement analysis

Ross School of Business Finance Club 
September 2007  *  April 2009
Member

 *  Participated in hands-on workshops, seminars, and networking events to
further business skills
 *  Coordinated and managed team investment competitions
 *  Improved decision-making skills through competitive trading simulations in
the Tozzi Trading Center of the Ross School of Business

Michigan Economics Society 
September 2006  *  April 2009
Member

 *  Analyzed and presented solutions for current economic problems such as the
automotive industry
 *  Applied various investment strategies as an active participant in the MES
Investment Challenge
 *  Increased club membership and presence on campus through active recruitment

WORK
EXPERIENCE

King Richard Motel, Warren, MI 
September 2007  *  Present
Manager

 *  Constructed cost-benefit analysis to present management regarding key
decisions for property renovation and expansion, which resulted in increased
profit and customer satisfaction
 *  Research local competitors and stay updated on trends within the industry
 *  Facilitate problem resolution and front desk responsibilities including
customer service
 *  Screen and interview potential employees
 *  Schedule employees for front desk and cleaning services on a weekly basis

Abercrombie and Fitch Company, Sterling Heights, MI 
May 2006 - August 2006
Sales and Brand Representative

 *  Helped achieve daily target revenue ranging from $20,000 to $55,000
 *  Promoted visual appeal and positive atmosphere by maintaining social
interactions
 *  Managed and organized store inventory for convenient access and
accountability

North America's College Painters, Rochester Hills, MI 
January 2006 - April 2006
Internship, Manager

 *  Established and maintained client relationships that resulted in sales of
more than $10,000, top three for the period
 *  Performed multiple estimates, constructed contracts, and formally presented
to potential clients
 *  Built extensive client list through advertisements, phone calls, and
references
 *  Followed up with clients to ensure client satisfaction

SKILLS 

 *  Basic financial modeling skills after completing Wall Street Prep self-study
program
 *  Introductory understanding and experience of SPSS statistical analysis and
Python programming
 *  Other languages include fluent Gujarati and conversational proficiency in
Spanish

ADDITIONAL 

 *  Level I candidate in the CFA Program
 *  Helped double traffic of NBA forum with 25,000 members in first year as part
of site staff
 *  Advisor and mentor to inner-city high school students of the University
Preparatory Academy