Alejandro Cifuentes
1617 S. Beretania Street,                                               Mobile: (1)808-256-7997
Honolulu, HI 96717, USA                                     Email: Alejandro.Cifuentes@live.com

   Commercial Real Estate Analyst / Financial Accountant
        Financial Analysis │ Real Estate Market Research │Business Consulting

Family-oriented and enthusiastic MBA seeking to apply education and experience by
providing meaningful value to organizations. Skilled in research methods, Excel modelling,
data mining, and statistical analysis. Proactive and resourceful professional that works well
both independently and collaboratively to produce results within tight deadlines.

                                            Education
Masters of Business Administration – Finance                                 Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY                                                        September, 2010
       Graduated Cum Laude.
       GPA: 3.7 overall, 3.85 in all Business, Finance, Accounting and Economics courses.

Bachelor of Science: International Business Management                             Laie, Hawaii, USA
BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY                                                                  June, 2007
Minor: Information Systems
       Graduated Cum Laude & University Honours Program Student.
       GPA: 3.6 overall, 3.83 in all Business, Finance, Statistics, and upper-level Economics courses.

                                   Professional Experience
The Hallstrom Group, Inc.                                                       Jan 2010 – Present
Commercial Real Estate Analyst                                               Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
One of the oldest and most prestigious commercial real estate valuation companies in the state of
Hawaii. Assignments involved working with the state’s largest and most profitable companies.
Trained two other Analysts.

              Corporate Financial Analysis: Prepares financial analysis of income-producing
               real estate assets, to identify relative standing and operating levels; in preparation
               for valuation work done with other team members. Examines operating costs,
               income, and expenditures and forecasts future net income. Prepares cash flow
               models for direct and yield capitalization approaches.

              Real Estate Analysis: Analyses public records of real property taxes, leases and
               assessments. Visits properties, photographs, and meets with real estate owners and
               managers to determine condition, especial features, functionality and other factors
               relevant to the valuation process. Verifies and reviews legal documents such as
               leases, easements, tax maps, contracts and legal descriptions. Interprets and
               illustrates data graphically, and explains complex findings in writing. Collaborates
               with other team members to evaluate commercial real estate using sales
               comparison, cost, and income approaches.
Alejandro Cifuentes                                                                 Page | 2


              Market and Economic Research: Searches and analyses real estate records and
               creates relevant transaction databases from which to evaluate property. Conducts
               research of commercial real estate market and economic trends and patterns
               interprets and summarizes findings. Monitors industry statistics and gathers market
               demographics and factors affecting real estate.

New England Financial – MetLife, Inc.                                       Jan 2010 – May 2010
Financial Advisor – Intern                                                 Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Subsidiary entity of the largest and oldest insurance company in the Unites States. Assignments
involved optimizing the financial position of wealthy individuals. Established methodologies that
considerably increased efficiency in processes by implementing Excel models and financial
software.

            Interviewed prospective clients to determine financial status and objectives,
             by discussing financial options and developing financial plans and
             investment strategies.
            Monitored investment performance, reviewed and revised investment plans
             based on modified needs and changes in markets.
            Recommended and arranged insurance policies and annuities products for
             clients.
            Collaborated in a team of professionals to establish professional objectives,
             and developed and implemented strategies for achieving the objectives.
            Performed analysis and created reports on clients’ financial position.

Ohana Business Consultants                                                    Jan 2009-Dec 2009
Business Consultant                                                          Hauula, Hawaii, USA
First business consulting firm for family owned businesses in the state of Hawaii. Charged with
developing the company’s market positioning strategy. Supervised one other employee.

            Assisted and encouraged the development of objectives, strategies and plans
             aimed at achieving corporate profitability and the efficient use of the
             organisation's resources.
            Analysed and evaluated current systems and structures.
            Discussed business and organisational shortcomings with management.
            Created and implemented entire marketing plan for the start-up company
             and supervised development and distribution of company’s brand through
             various distribution channels.

Brigham Young University                                                Jun 2007-Sep 2008
Financial Accountant                                                      Laie, Hawaii, USA
Financial department of one of the most prestigious and culturally diverse universities in
the United States. Streamlined accounting processes by implementing Excel models.

              Created financial statistical reports to be used by the university President.
              Edited, budget checked, ran, and posted all university accounting entries.
              Audited financial department’s statement of operations on a monthly basis.
              Prepared account reconciliations on a monthly and quarterly basis.
              Created journal and recurring entries, using PeopleSoft technology.
              Created and maintained financial department’s website.
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                               Previous Appointments
Brigham Young University                                               Jun 2007-Sep 2008
Resident Advisor                                                         Laie, Hawaii, USA

           Selected and implemented programs and activities to meet the needs of the
            residents. Promoted living standards by educating residents on well-being
            and safety. Investigated and reported violations of university and residential
            policies to the student housing Manager.

Polynesian Cultural Centre                                           June 2003-June 2004
Bilingual Tour Guide                                                     Laie, Hawaii, USA

           Oriented 20 customers in 6-hour tours to achieve cultural appreciation and
            enjoyment. Executed simultaneous translations from English to Spanish
            during live performances.

ServiSystems, Inc.                                                   June 2002- June 2003
Competition Analyst                                           Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia

           Executed detailed sales research and completed statistical reports of
            competition.


                     Additional Qualifications & Achievements
Languages:      English and Spanish (Fluent in speaking, reading and writing)
Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt
Distinctions: BYU - Hawaii University, Dean’s List of Academic Achievement Spring 2006
                BYU - Hawaii University, Dean’s List of Academic Achievement Spring 2005
Publications: “Behind the Greatness of the Discovery of America” Hokuloa Journal, April
                2007 Issue.
Scholarships: BYU-H School of Business Academic Award 2006-2007
                BYU-H School of Business International Student Award 2006-2007
Other:          Succeeded in the State of Hawaii, Life and Health Insurance and Annuities
                Examination. August 2010. (Valid for 2 years)

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    Alejandro Cifuentes 1617 S.Beretania Street,  Mobile: (1)808-256-7997 Honolulu, HI 96717, USA  Email: Alejandro.Cifuentes@live.com Commercial Real Estate Analyst / Financial Accountant Financial Analysis │ Real Estate Market Research │Business Consulting Family-oriented and enthusiastic MBA seeking to apply education and experience by providing meaningful value to organizations. Skilled in research methods, Excel modelling, data mining, and statistical analysis. Proactive and resourceful professional that works well both independently and collaboratively to produce results within tight deadlines. Education Masters of Business Administration – Finance Honolulu, Hawaii, USA HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY September, 2010 Graduated Cum Laude. GPA: 3.7 overall, 3.85 in all Business, Finance, Accounting and Economics courses. Bachelor of Science: International Business Management Laie, Hawaii, USA BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY June, 2007 Minor: Information Systems Graduated Cum Laude & University Honours Program Student. GPA: 3.6 overall, 3.83 in all Business, Finance, Statistics, and upper-level Economics courses. Professional Experience The Hallstrom Group, Inc. Jan 2010 – Present Commercial Real Estate Analyst Honolulu, Hawaii, USA One of the oldest and most prestigious commercial real estate valuation companies in the state of Hawaii. Assignments involved working with the state’s largest and most profitable companies. Trained two other Analysts.  Corporate Financial Analysis: Prepares financial analysis of income-producing real estate assets, to identify relative standing and operating levels; in preparation for valuation work done with other team members. Examines operating costs, income, and expenditures and forecasts future net income. Prepares cash flow models for direct and yield capitalization approaches.  Real Estate Analysis: Analyses public records of real property taxes, leases and assessments. Visits properties, photographs, and meets with real estate owners and managers to determine condition, especial features, functionality and other factors relevant to the valuation process. Verifies and reviews legal documents such as leases, easements, tax maps, contracts and legal descriptions. Interprets and illustrates data graphically, and explains complex findings in writing. Collaborates with other team members to evaluate commercial real estate using sales comparison, cost, and income approaches.
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    Alejandro Cifuentes Page | 2  Market and Economic Research: Searches and analyses real estate records and creates relevant transaction databases from which to evaluate property. Conducts research of commercial real estate market and economic trends and patterns interprets and summarizes findings. Monitors industry statistics and gathers market demographics and factors affecting real estate. New England Financial – MetLife, Inc. Jan 2010 – May 2010 Financial Advisor – Intern Honolulu, Hawaii, USA Subsidiary entity of the largest and oldest insurance company in the Unites States. Assignments involved optimizing the financial position of wealthy individuals. Established methodologies that considerably increased efficiency in processes by implementing Excel models and financial software.  Interviewed prospective clients to determine financial status and objectives, by discussing financial options and developing financial plans and investment strategies.  Monitored investment performance, reviewed and revised investment plans based on modified needs and changes in markets.  Recommended and arranged insurance policies and annuities products for clients.  Collaborated in a team of professionals to establish professional objectives, and developed and implemented strategies for achieving the objectives.  Performed analysis and created reports on clients’ financial position. Ohana Business Consultants Jan 2009-Dec 2009 Business Consultant Hauula, Hawaii, USA First business consulting firm for family owned businesses in the state of Hawaii. Charged with developing the company’s market positioning strategy. Supervised one other employee.  Assisted and encouraged the development of objectives, strategies and plans aimed at achieving corporate profitability and the efficient use of the organisation's resources.  Analysed and evaluated current systems and structures.  Discussed business and organisational shortcomings with management.  Created and implemented entire marketing plan for the start-up company and supervised development and distribution of company’s brand through various distribution channels. Brigham Young University Jun 2007-Sep 2008 Financial Accountant Laie, Hawaii, USA Financial department of one of the most prestigious and culturally diverse universities in the United States. Streamlined accounting processes by implementing Excel models.  Created financial statistical reports to be used by the university President.  Edited, budget checked, ran, and posted all university accounting entries.  Audited financial department’s statement of operations on a monthly basis.  Prepared account reconciliations on a monthly and quarterly basis.  Created journal and recurring entries, using PeopleSoft technology.  Created and maintained financial department’s website.
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    Alejandro Cifuentes Page | 3 Previous Appointments Brigham Young University Jun 2007-Sep 2008 Resident Advisor Laie, Hawaii, USA  Selected and implemented programs and activities to meet the needs of the residents. Promoted living standards by educating residents on well-being and safety. Investigated and reported violations of university and residential policies to the student housing Manager. Polynesian Cultural Centre June 2003-June 2004 Bilingual Tour Guide Laie, Hawaii, USA  Oriented 20 customers in 6-hour tours to achieve cultural appreciation and enjoyment. Executed simultaneous translations from English to Spanish during live performances. ServiSystems, Inc. June 2002- June 2003 Competition Analyst Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia  Executed detailed sales research and completed statistical reports of competition. Additional Qualifications & Achievements Languages: English and Spanish (Fluent in speaking, reading and writing) Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt Distinctions: BYU - Hawaii University, Dean’s List of Academic Achievement Spring 2006 BYU - Hawaii University, Dean’s List of Academic Achievement Spring 2005 Publications: “Behind the Greatness of the Discovery of America” Hokuloa Journal, April 2007 Issue. Scholarships: BYU-H School of Business Academic Award 2006-2007 BYU-H School of Business International Student Award 2006-2007 Other: Succeeded in the State of Hawaii, Life and Health Insurance and Annuities Examination. August 2010. (Valid for 2 years)