Matthew Desmond Resume (PDF)

Matthew Desmond
mmdesmond@umass.edu
(978)-609-2889
EDUCATION
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Information Technology Minor
Applied Economic Research on Cooperative Enterprises Certificate
Dean’s List: Spring 2016, Fall 2016
GPA 3.31

Amherst, MA
May 2017

EXPERIENCE
Neighboring Food Co-op Association
Amherst, MA
Data Analyst Intern
January 2017 – Present
o Compile annual fiscal results of 35+ cooperative enterprises
o Analyze quantitative trends in data through spreadsheet software
o Present economic findings to NFCA leaders and offer suggestions to improve co-op performance
University of Massachusetts Amherst Dining Services
Amherst, MA
Student Staff / Supervisor Responsibilities
September 2014 – December 2015
o Work with kitchen team to meet food preparation needs for thousands of students nightly
o Contribute to logistical management of special university dining events such as Taste of UMass
o Help train and oversee new student staff members
Captain Pizza
Assistant Manager
o Oversee food-service operations in absence of owners
o Train new employees in food preparation and sanitation skills
o Open and close store independently, entrusted with key to store
o Monitor register cash-outs against transaction records to ensure validity

North Andover, MA
August 2012 – May 2016

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
September 2015 – Present
Isenberg Investment Club
o Engage in team-based discussions breaking down stock performances and market trends
o Collaborate with members to build greater knowledge and opportunities in investment industry
o Develop practical investment skills such as valuing stocks based on in-depth research of balance sheets and earnings reports
College Diabetes Network

o Generate ideas for group improvement after listening to student feedback
o Collaborate with other members to plan and execute group activities
o Assist newer diabetics in building caretaking habits and skills
SKILLS

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Skilled in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Proficiency in basic Java coding
Proficiency in basic HTML coding
Proficiency in German Language

November 2014 – Present