1. DAMIEN KATSIRUBAS
21051 Semblance Drive • Sterling, VA 20164 • 703-430-4898 • damien.katsirubas@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To find a position as a professional economist using acquired skills in mathematics, statistics, and
critical analysis. Special interest in regulation and public policy.
EDUCATION
B.S. in Economics, Minor in History, Concentration in Managerial Economics Graduated May 2012
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. GPA: 3.20
Relevant course work and projects: Managerial Economics, Statistics, Analytical Geometry and
Calculus, Applied Econometrics, and Business Composition. Conducted research in the field of
environmental economics to assess both the costs/benefits of regulating greenhouse gases as well as
political incentives driving regulation. Focused primarily on Kyoto Protocol.
Master’s Degree in Economics, Graduated December 2014
Relevant course work and projects: Economics of Regulation, Regulation and Market Analysis,
Econometrics, and Mathematical Economics. Scrutinized proposed FDA regulations of nutrition facts
and submitted a Public Interest Comment to Regulations.gov. Worked with peers to examine the
institutional framework of Argentina to explain its economic stagnation; presented our findings to
professors and graduate students via a formal PowerPoint lecture.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, The Walt Disney Company, Tysons Corner, VA, June 2008-Present
Walt Disney emphasized that all of his employees are part of the show. I embraced his concept and
excel at customer service, product display, and creating a special sales experience. The relationships I
forged have made our store and ‘cast’ one of the top in the corporation.
Special honors: Employee of the Year 2012- Recognized by Regional and District Managers for my
sales performance, dedication to teamwork, and the way I encourage fellow cast members to go above
and beyond their expectations.
Presidential Volunteer Award- Participated in the Caminata Contra el Cancer in Puerto Rico. Joining
with Telemundo, our team participated in media coverage while walking in the hundred-mile event
across the island. Altogether we raised nearly $1,000 in toys for the Children’s Hospital in San Juan. I
was honored to be able to help in such a worthy cause and receive the annual award for my efforts.
Math Tutor, NVTutoring Services, Falls Church, VA, April 2015-Present
Provide top of the line assistance to students in high school through college in courses ranging from
algebra through calculus. Develop customized lesson plans and study guides to suit each individual
student to augment success.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• Dean’s List five semesters
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Working knowledge of statistical package EViews
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills