Stephanie Downey is a senior at Duke University majoring in Economics with a Finance concentration. She has extensive internship experience in financial services and business development. She has held leadership roles in several student organizations focused on business, investment, and supporting women professionals. She maintains a high GPA while participating in conferences and case competitions. Upon graduation, she aims to apply her analytical skills and experience in a career in financial services or business development.

1. Stephanie Leann Downey
P.O. Box 97571, Durham, NC 27708 • sld31@duke.edu • Tel 910-691-8783
EDUCATION
Duke University, Durham, NC Cumulative GPA- 3.65/4.00 Expected Graduation: May 2014
Major: Bachelor of Science in Economics with Finance Concentration, Certificate in Markets and Management
Pinecrest High School, Pinehurst, NC Cumulative GPA- 3.99/4.00 Graduation Date: June 2010
WORK EXPERIENCE
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network- Financial Representative Internship May- July 2012
• Earned license as contracted Florida life (including variable annuity) and health insurance agent.
• Conducted extensive research that stress-tested market volatility, inflation, taxes longevity and other factors in order to
deliver high confidence financial plans to clients with various needs.
• Built foundation of knowledge in finance, insurance and sales cycle concepts while developing client base.
Wishberry, LLC- Business Development Intern July 2011- April 2012
• Worked directly with CEO to form ideas concerning website development and helped to oversee implementation.
• Conducted market research and made recommendations to improve website design and product selection.
• Created and implemented marketing tactics for launch of website, including advertisements and promotions.
Acción Emprendedora- Intern, Duke Engage, Santiago, Chile June- July 2011
• Selected for a fully-funded immersive summer of service focused upon poverty alleviation via one-on-one economic
strategy consulting, business education, and active connection of Chileans to micro-finance organizations.
• Analyzed and developed marketing plans, business education materials, and training to assist micro businesses.
• Web site development for Acción Emprendedora’s main website and resource site for micro entrepreneurs.
• Applied for International Development Bank grants and developed yearly schedule for applying for future grants.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVITIES
Smart Woman Securities - Duke Chapter, President and Lead Co-Founder October 2010-Present
• Founded Duke chapter focused on providing extensive investment education to over 60 members through seminar
series, mentorship, investment presentations, and research teams.
• Managed recruiting, programming, fundraising, soft-launch, marketing, accounting, and strategic planning.
• Participated in J.P. Morgan Mentorship Launch Event, toured trading floor, and engaged in roundtable with analysts.
Duke Investment Club, Analyst September 2010-Present
• Studied fundamental analysis, Excel modeling, and research methods.
• Monitored portfolio holdings, performed stock presentations, and conducted stock analyses
Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity December 2010-Present
• Organized speaking event featuring Dr. Ariely, NY Times best-selling author of Predictably Irrational.
• Served as Professional VP and collaborated with Career Center to prepare professional training for chapter.
Business Oriented Women, Active Member February 2011-Present
• Participated in student-led forums, skill-building workshops, and guest speaker events.
El Centro Hispano, Volunteer January-June 2011
• Tutored Spanish-speaking children in English and mathematics.
• Translated school materials for parents and wrote letters to teachers expressing parental concerns.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Business Today Conference, Participant November 2011
• Engaged with Fortune 500 CEOs through executive seminars, recruiting receptions, and keynote addresses.
• Won case study competition, focused upon methods of promoting innovation and access to capital in the U.S.
Harvard University Women in Business Conference, Participant October 2011
• United with 30 leaders of top undergraduate women’s business organizations across North America.
• Engaged with keynote speakers Susan Chambers (EVP, Wal-Mart) and Shelly Lazarus (Chairman, Ogilvy & Mather).
Other Honors
• Ranked 3rd out of 100 participants in Morgan Stanley Trading Game with 11% return, winning trip to visit trading floor.
• Finalist in Smart Woman Securities’ J.P. Morgan National Investment Competition, placing in the top 5 out of 42 teams.
• Dean’s List with Distinction (fall 2011), high school salutatorian, National Merit Scholar, AP Scholar with Distinction.
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Language: Conversational proficiency in Spanish; lived and worked in Chile, learning and practicing language skills.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, JMP, PowerPoint.
Interests: Snow and sand skiing, American history, Latin American cuisine, and writing short stories.