Christopher L.

McKinney
16601 S 34th Way, Phoenix, AZ 85048 | 480-688-7840 | clmckinney1313@email.arizona.edu
EDUCATION
The University of Arizona, Eller College of Management Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Expected Graduation: May 2019
Major: Honors Finance
GPA: 3.6/4.0
Honors: Deans List Recipient, Academic Distinction, Marvin D. Swede Johnson Scholarship
Relevant Coursework: Financial Accounting, Economic Issues, Wall Street Professional Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
STORE Capital Phoenix, AZ
Underwriting Intern May 2017 - July 2017
Supported the underwriting team in creating unique investment theses to successfully close 30+ deals totaling $120M+
Analyzed investments to ensure financial viability while generating an attractive IRR and efficient capital structure for clients
Responsible for performing in-depth credit and real estate analysis while using IBIS and Regis programs
Provided insight on potential investment opportunities to underwriting team for presentation to investment committee
Edward Jones Phoenix, AZ
Trading Floor Extern January 2017
Attended a selective rotational development program to gain exposure to sales and trading
Shadowed three different trading desks and learned about equity, corporate bonds, and CD products
AvAir Aerospace Phoenix, AZ
Inventory Audit Intern May 2016 - August 2016
Tasked with auditing current warehouse inventory and ensuring compliance with ERP system records
Utilized company databases to support sales staff on accurate and timely delivery to customer requirements
Pita Jungle Restaurant Phoenix, AZ
Front of House May 2015 - August 2015
Collaborated with management, wait staff, hostess, and co-workers to ensure efficient restaurant operations
Multi-tasked in a time-sensitive environment while assisting wait staff and ensuring a satisfactory customer experience

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Wall Street Scholars Program Tucson, AZ
Associate January 2017 - Present
Selected as 1 of 9 qualified business students to participate in a financial skills development program
Analyze various equities for potential investments using fundamental analysis
Develop understanding of equity and fixed income asset classes utilized in a Sales and Trading role
Participate in financial market discussions to enhance understanding of economic events to form unique investment proposals
Eller College of Management Investment Club Tucson, AZ
Executive Board Member August 2016 Present
Construct presentations and lead discussions to effectively teach a 65+ member club about the foundations of capital markets
Mentor junior members based on individual needs with a focus on technical learning and professional development
Synthesize current market events to create investment strategies in equity markets for presentation to the club for discussion
Sigma Chi Fraternity Tucson, AZ
Executive Vice President December 2016 - Present
Preside over the chapters 8-person Executive Committee and ensure the 125-member chapter complies with bylaws
Direct and coordinate 20+ committees to ensure all chapter initiatives are achieved with proper risk management
Reorganize philanthropy process to eliminate inefficiencies in fundraising practices and improve donations by 118%
Family Weekend Chairman August 2016 - December 2016
Led the coordination of a 400+ person alumni event including food and beverages within a budget of $5K
Effectively created, negotiated procurement, and profitably sold over 150 t-shirts to improve fraternity public relations

ACTIVITIES, VOLUNTEER WORK & INTERESTS

Activities: Intramural Softball/Football, Selected for Arizona Baseball All-State Academic All Star Game
Volunteer Work: Philanthropic efforts for Huntsman Cancer Center (Raised $12K), Academic Youth Camp Mentor
Interests: Snowboarding, Baseball, International Travel, Fitness, Billiards