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KWABENA ADU DARKO-ASARE

Ithaca

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Intern

  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Fitness Monitor

Cornell University
06.2024 - Current
  • Exhibited outstanding customer service skills through enthusiasm, approachability, and ease in engaging with members
  • Enforced all Cornell fitness center policies and safety procedures at 4 fitness locations in a fair, precise and consistent manner
  • Oversaw fitness equipment and maintained a safe environment for members by actively monitoring for potential safety concerns

Analyst- Healthcare Sector

Cornell Finance Roundtable Club
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed financial models projecting profitability and liquidity for 3 companies by integrating key findings from a DCF analysis
  • Prepared M&A deals by assessing financials, identifying synergies, and developing pitch materials for potential acquisitions
  • Performed SWOT and comparable company analysis to identify key metrics and strategic insights to enhance decision-making

Finance Consultant

The Advocacy Project
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted in-depth research on available funding for 4 projects by examining a wide range of grant sources and eligibility criteria
  • Assessed financial feasibility of proposed farmworkers speakers panel by rigorously scrutinizing budget and resource constraints
  • Identified 6 areas for cost optimization and projected revenue based on sponsorships, fundraising events and other income bases

Strategy Consultant

The Children’s Room
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Engaged in 2 collaborative Jam-board sessions to discuss insights on the operational strategies of Grief Support Organizations
  • Identified 6 Organizations within a 10 mile radius that The Children’s Room should prioritize establishing connections with
  • Developed a 10 slide informative presentation highlighting key findings as well a 4 minute video summarizing the research

Sales Associate

Cornell University
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed 2 point-of-sale systems expertly ensuring seamless transactions, accurate record-keeping and secure financial operations
  • Reduced queue times by 1 minute on average through the strategic positioning of frequently purchased products in various aisles
  • Minimized waste by 30% by implementing just-in-time inventory control to prevent perishable goods from going bad before sale

President

DPSI Care Foundation
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Crowdfunded over $3,500 for underserved communities including donations to the Tema General hospital and Mahlef Foundation
  • Spearheaded various school-wide sales promotion efforts raising over $2500 for Breast Cancer Awareness groups and campaigns
  • Financed $2000 from ribbon sales in partnership with The Red Cross to donate medical equipment to the Korle-Bu Hospital

Administrator

The Spelling Bee GH
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Utilized database software to record attendance of over 150 participants, tracking their progress in the Spelling Bee Competition
  • Assisted with event organization by distributing speller tags and certificates to participants at the reception desk check-in
  • Documented more than 360 words articulated, meticulously cross-referencing them with other team members to verify precision

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

CORNELL UNIVERSITY , COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Ithaca, NY
05.2027

Skills

  • Financial Modeling
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Bloomberg
  • Capital IQ
  • SQL
  • Tableau
  • Power BI

Hobbies and Interests

  • Liverpool Soccer Team
  • Playing hymns on the piano
  • Video editing
  • Chess
  • Studying semantics and word origins
  • Cornell Juggling Club
  • Cru Cornell
  • Cornell PASA
  • Economics Society at Cornell

Awards

  • Valedictorian DPSI AS-level Commerce
  • Overall best student in 2021 IGCSE Economics Exam with 97%

Timeline

Strategy Consultant

The Children’s Room
07.2024 - 09.2024

Fitness Monitor

Cornell University
06.2024 - Current

Analyst- Healthcare Sector

Cornell Finance Roundtable Club
01.2024 - Current

Finance Consultant

The Advocacy Project
01.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Cornell University
11.2023 - 05.2024

Administrator

The Spelling Bee GH
10.2022 - 11.2022

President

DPSI Care Foundation
10.2021 - 06.2023

Volunteer

Intern

Bachelor of Science - Economics

CORNELL UNIVERSITY , COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
KWABENA ADU DARKO-ASARE