Nicholas A
- Research Program Mentor
MBA candidate at Cornell University
Expertise
Finance, Economics, Business, Private Equity
Bio
I am passionate about the intersections of finance and everyday life, particularly in understanding how financial systems and tools can empower individuals. With a background in economics, I thrive on exploring how financial literacy and smart money management can improve people's daily lives and long-term well-being. My academic journey has been driven by a fascination with personal finance, investment strategies, and the impact of economic policies on households. Outside of my academic pursuits, I find joy in playing basketball and spending time with my Samoyed. Basketball helps me stay active and provides a great way to connect with friends, while playing with my Samoyed brings a lot of happiness and relaxation into my life. These hobbies not only keep me balanced and energized but also remind me of the importance of well-being in all aspects of life.Project ideas
Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.
Consumer Behavior in Local Businesses
Conduct a study on consumer behavior related to a specific product or service. Use surveys, interviews, and data analysis to understand purchasing decisions, preferences, and trends. This project could culminate in a paper, a slide deck, or a presentation.
Coding skills
PythonLanguages I know
Korean, ConversationalTeaching experience
I have been a paid consultant for finance professionals seeking guidance into getting investment banking jobs as well as a volunteer mentoring underprivileged black youth in Oakland teaching them financial modeling and pitching investors.Credentials
Work experience
Martis Capital (2022 - 2024)
Private Equity AssociateWellington Management (2021 - 2022)
Public Equities AnalystLexington Partners (2019 - 2021)
Secondaries Private Equity AssociateCitigroup (2016 - 2019)
Investment Banking AnalystEducation
Saint Mary's College of California
BS Bachelor of Science
Quantitative AnalysisCornell University
MBA Master of Business Administration candidate
Business