1. KACE GALLOWAY
12811 W 133rd
Place #4106 Ÿ Overland Park, KS 66213 Ÿ (805) 279-2734 Ÿ kacegalloway@gmail.com
The University of Kansas Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of Science - Finance, GPA: 3.76/4.0 Graduated May 2016
Finance Scholars Program May 2014 – May 2016
• One of 20 finance students admitted competitively based on scholarship, leadership and proven interest in careers in finance
Applied Portfolio Management January 2016 – May 2016
• Selected for enrollment in a class that manages a $250,000 portfolio for the KU Endowment Association
• Publish weekly equity research reports including valuation and analysis recommending short or long equity positions
Preparing for International Careers: Study Abroad in London March 2016
• Networked with multi-national firms to explore international career opportunities and expand skills needed to achieve them
• Explored Europe for two extra weeks to experience new cultures and develop global awareness in eight different countries
WORK EXPERIENCE
Redefine Your Retirement - RedTire Lawrence, KS
Business Valuation Analyst August 2015 – June 2016
• Generated valuation for businesses with income of $500,000 - $10,000,000 using DCF and comparable methodologies
• Assisted candidates seeking exit opportunities through consulting, finding successors and facilitating the transition process
Jayhawk Consulting Lawrence, KS
Analyst August 2015 – June 2016
• Provided financial, operational, marketing, and general business solutions to requesting firms within the Kansas City area
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC New York, NY
Investment Banking COO/CFO Rotational Intern May 2015 – July 2015
• Supported banking operations in Equity Capital Markets, Fixed Income Division, and Investment Banking Department
• Participated during equity pricing calls and management presentations evaluating buyers, deal impacts, price and demand
• Created and analyzed reports including deal pipelines, Volcker approval processes, department P&Ls, significant deals,
legal and transaction fees, marketing packets, weekly market reports, and balance sheet reports for executive review
• Examined competing banks’ quarterly results, highlighting key income drivers and industry trends for executive analysis
• Utilized proprietary software to develop pitch presentations designed specifically for investment banking deals
University of Kansas Financial Management Systems Office Lawrence, KS
Financial Management Systems Intern January 2014 – May 2015
• Implemented and maintained all financial management systems for the University
• Controlled internal workflow related to purchasing for all University departments
• Executed systems integrations testing to ensure flawless synchronization between software
Naismith Hall Private Residence Lawrence, KS
Resident Director May 2013 – May 2015
• Managed the selection, training and direct supervision of 20 Resident Assistants, Desk Assistants and Tutors
• Accounted for the safety and wellbeing of residents through implementation of problem solving and conflict resolution
• Planned building wide events in order to build a community environment throughout the hall
University of Kansas Entrepreneurship Department Lawrence, KS
Teaching Assistant August 2014 – January 2015
• Evaluated entrepreneurial assignments including concept statements, business model canvases and industry analyses
Webco Manufacturing Co Olathe, KS
Maintenance Technician Summer 2012 and 2013
• Maintained machinery and equipment including lasers, welding robots, brake presses, plasma cutters and forklifts
• Prepared new plant for use by performing plumbing, electrical, welding, construction and other preparatory operations
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
• Business Honors Program – Admitted December 2013
• PricewaterhouseCoopers Case Competition Winner – presented a case to a panel of partners and recruiters, 2013
• Leadership Challenge Participant – 1 of 39 students competitively selected to represent the School of Business, 2014
• Koch Industries’ Discovery Day – selected to attend and received one of few accompanying scholarships, 2014
• Sigma Pi Fraternity, Beta Delta Chapter – Founding Father, 2014, and Treasurer, Winter 2014 – May 2016
• Dean’s Honor Roll, Fall 2012 – May 2016